Senior Research Programme Manager

We are seeking a full-time Senior Research Programme Manager to join Professor James Kwan’s Physical Acoustics Group at the Department of Engineering Science (Institute of Advanced Technology, Begbroke Science Park). The post is funded by the EPSRC SOUNDCHEM Programme Grant and associated Sono Net Zero  Open Fellowship. It is a fixed-term position until 30 September 2032.

You will lead the operational management of the SOUNDCHEM research programme and provide coordinated support for the closely aligned Sono Net Zero  fellowship. You will primarily oversee programme delivery, finances, reporting, governance, meetings, industrial engagement, communications, and future funding activities.

You should possess a degree in a relevant scientific discipline (or equivalent experience), experience of research programme or project management, excellent organisational, communication and financial management skills, and the ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams and external partners.

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Professor James Kwan (email: ).

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Sonochemistry;
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Research Administration