SF Research Contracts Manager
| Posting date: | 18 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £40,839 to £48,003 per year |
| Additional salary information: | including London Allowance |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 30 July 2025 |
| Location: | Egham, Surrey |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Royal Holloway University of London |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 0725-154 |
Summary
Applications are invited for the post of SF Research Contracts Manager in the Research and Innovation team.
Do you have experience of supporting R&D and supporting technology transfer? Does cutting-edge innovation that enables world-leading researchers and creative industry partners to work together in new ways excite you? Do you have the ability to think out of the box?
We are looking for a motivated Research Contracts Manager to join the StoryFutures team, who will be integral to the running of the new CoSTAR National R&D Lab for creative industries, a £51.1m infrastructure investment from UKRI led by Royal Holloway and includes partners such as Abertay University, BT, Disguise, National Film and Television School, Pinewood, and the University of Surrey.
This vital role works across the University’s Research and Innovation team and the StoryFutures Business unit to drive an ambitious R&D programme to deliver industry focussed solutions with and for creative industry partners. Working across StoryFutures projects, the successful candidate will be responsible for the efficient and effective management of research agreements and the negotiation of licences with industry partners. You will report to the Head of Research Contracts in Research & Innovation, working predominantly on StoryFutures projects with the direction and support of the Director and Director of Operations in StoryFutures.
We are looking for someone who can see the bigger picture, but with an eye for detail, who can support multiple projects at the same time and contribute to an ethos of collaboration and inclusion in our working culture. You will need to have some familiarity with UK Research & Innovation research funding systems, but more importantly will bring a willingness to learn new systems and to adapt and apply a range of templates, methods and approaches.
In return we offer a highly competitive rewards and benefits package including:
-Generous annual leave entitlement
-Training and Development opportunities
-Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution
-Various schemes including Cycle to Work, Season Ticket Loans and help with the cost of Eyesight testing.
-Free parking
This is a full-time post based in Egham, Surrey but with the expectation of some flexible working and time at the National Lab, being built in the region, as agreed. The successful applicant will spend significant time liaising with industry partners across the UK.
For an informal discussion about the post, please contact sarah.smyth@rhul.ac.uk
For queries on the application process the Human Resources Department can be contacted by email at: recruitment@rhul.ac.uk
Please quote the reference: 0725-154
Closing Date: 30 July 2025
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Do you have experience of supporting R&D and supporting technology transfer? Does cutting-edge innovation that enables world-leading researchers and creative industry partners to work together in new ways excite you? Do you have the ability to think out of the box?
We are looking for a motivated Research Contracts Manager to join the StoryFutures team, who will be integral to the running of the new CoSTAR National R&D Lab for creative industries, a £51.1m infrastructure investment from UKRI led by Royal Holloway and includes partners such as Abertay University, BT, Disguise, National Film and Television School, Pinewood, and the University of Surrey.
This vital role works across the University’s Research and Innovation team and the StoryFutures Business unit to drive an ambitious R&D programme to deliver industry focussed solutions with and for creative industry partners. Working across StoryFutures projects, the successful candidate will be responsible for the efficient and effective management of research agreements and the negotiation of licences with industry partners. You will report to the Head of Research Contracts in Research & Innovation, working predominantly on StoryFutures projects with the direction and support of the Director and Director of Operations in StoryFutures.
We are looking for someone who can see the bigger picture, but with an eye for detail, who can support multiple projects at the same time and contribute to an ethos of collaboration and inclusion in our working culture. You will need to have some familiarity with UK Research & Innovation research funding systems, but more importantly will bring a willingness to learn new systems and to adapt and apply a range of templates, methods and approaches.
In return we offer a highly competitive rewards and benefits package including:
-Generous annual leave entitlement
-Training and Development opportunities
-Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution
-Various schemes including Cycle to Work, Season Ticket Loans and help with the cost of Eyesight testing.
-Free parking
This is a full-time post based in Egham, Surrey but with the expectation of some flexible working and time at the National Lab, being built in the region, as agreed. The successful applicant will spend significant time liaising with industry partners across the UK.
For an informal discussion about the post, please contact sarah.smyth@rhul.ac.uk
For queries on the application process the Human Resources Department can be contacted by email at: recruitment@rhul.ac.uk
Please quote the reference: 0725-154
Closing Date: 30 July 2025
Interview Date: To be confirmed
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