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Join the Wellcome Trust as a Funding Manager and contribute to global health improvement efforts with a £16bn budget.
Overview
Salary
£46700
Location
London, UK - Hybrid
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Expires
Expires at anytime
Organisation summary
The Wellcome Trust is a respected global charity focusing on health improvements. They fund scientific research, lead beneficial policy and advocacy campaigns, and create useful partnerships. With the ambitious plan to spend £16bn in the next decade, the organization is determined to make new discoveries in life, health, and global health challenges, such as mental health, infectious diseases, and climate and health.
Role Summary
- You will be a Funding Manager in the Humanities and Social Sciences team
- Manage a portfolio grants throughout their full cycle
- Act as a trusted advisor on funding policies and best practices
Role Requirements
- Experience in the research environment
- Understanding of research funding mechanisms
- A degree in a relevant field
- Strong organizational and communication skills
Application Process Details
- Submit an updated CV
- Answer two application questions demonstrating that that you meet the minimum requirements
The Wellcome Trust is a global charitable foundation dedicated to improving health by funding science, leading policy and advocacy campaigns, and building partnerships. We plan to spend £16bn over the next ten years, funding new discoveries in life, health, and wellbeing, and tackling three global health challenges: mental health, infectious disease, and climate and health. Our new strategy emphasizes that advances in health often come from unexpected sources, and that curiosity-driven discovery research is vital.
The role: As a Funding Manager in the Humanities and Social Sciences team, you will manage a portfolio of grants across their full lifecycle. This includes carrying out due diligence, coordinating expert reviews and funding advisory committees, providing clear written feedback, making awards, and responding to queries. This role ensures that applications are handled fairly, efficiently, and on time. You will also act as a trusted advisor, offering guidance on funding policies and best practices.
Job requirements: Candidates should have experience in the research environment, a strong understanding of research funding mechanisms, and be educated to at least degree level in a relevant field. Strong organizational skills, the ability to manage large workloads, and excellent communication skills are essential.
Benefits: Wellcome offers a hybrid way of working, with three days in our Euston Road offices and two days working remotely. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, ensuring a fair and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We offer excellent benefits and support for professional development.
To apply, please submit an updated CV and answer two application questions demonstrating that you meet the minimum requirements.
