Research Grants Manager
- locations
- Stratford (2 Redman Place)
- time type
- Full time
- posted on
- Posted Yesterday
- time left to apply
- End Date: November 26, 2025 (13 days left to apply)
- job requisition id
- R032407
Research Grants Manager (X2)
£37,000 - £41,000 plus benefits (or Pro Rata equivalent)
Reports to: Senior Research Grants Manager Directorate: Research & Innovation Contract: X2 12-Month Fixed Term Contracts
(1 x full time and 1 x 0.6 FTE. Please indicate which you are applying for)
Hours: Full time 35 hours per week Location: Stratford, London Office-based with high flexibility (1-2 days per week in the office) Closing date: 25 Nov 2025 23:55pm
This vacancy may close earlier if a high volume of applications is received or once a suitable candidate is found, therefore we strongly recommend that you apply early to avoid disappointment.
Visa sponsorship: You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Cancer Research UK is not able to offer visa sponsorship.
Recruitment process: Competency based interview Interview date: Approximately week commencing 8 December
At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer.
Cancer Research UK are looking for two Research Grant Managers to join our Research Operations team. In this role you will work independently to deliver the application and committee process for a defined portfolio of grant applications and awards. Our Research Operations Team is pivotal to ensuring that Cancer Research UK continues to fund and support a wealth of innovative, world-class Cancer Research that will contribute towards our vision of beating cancer.
As a Research Grants Manager, you will provide external researchers and host institution administrators with advice, guidance and support on Cancer Research UK’s funding schemes, research policies, and grants management approach. This position will be working to support applicants to the Research Careers Committee and the active awards of existing fellows.
You’ll have a strong understanding of the UK biomedical research environment and be comfortable working to deadlines and managing multiple tasks. In return, this opportunity will give you the opportunity be at the cutting edge of scientific research and the chance to work closely with the research community.
What will I be doing?
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Managing a portfolio of Cancer Research UK’s applications and awards.
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Supporting the operations of one of our Research Funding Committees and its Expert Review Panels by handling queries, advising on and promoting specific funding schemes, preparing panel reports, meeting papers and meeting minutes, and providing written post-Committee feedback.
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Managing the peer review process, through the identification of appropriate referees and Expert Review Panel members.
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Reviewing the finances for each award and carrying out post-Committee meeting outcomes.
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Using the Grant Management System, Flexi-grant, to process applications and awards.
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Developing and maintaining strong and professional relationships with a network of CRUK researchers and host institution administrators; supporting grantees and applicants to manage their applications and awards.
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Working in matrix with the Research and Partnerships department to advise on and deliver our funding offer.
What are we looking for?
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Strong science background, with post-graduate qualification in a relevant subject. Or proven professional experience within in a research environment.
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A solid understanding of the UK biomedical research environment, potentially through working in or with universities/hospital trusts/biomedical charities.
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Good written and verbal communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
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Strong planning and organisational skills, ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks, showing adaptability to meet targets and deadlines.
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Accuracy and excellent attention to detail, with demonstrable analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Skilled use of Microsoft packages, including Word, Excel and Teams.
Our organisation values are designed to guide all that we do.
Bold: Act with ambition, courage and determination
Credible: Act with rigour and professionalism
Human: Act to have a positive impact on people
Together: Act inclusively and collaboratively
We’re looking for people who can believe in and embody these organisation values and can use them to drive forward progress against our mission to beat cancer.
If you’re interested in applying and excited about working with us but are unsure if you have the right skills and experience, we’d still love to hear from you.
What will I gain?
We create a working environment that supports your wellbeing and provide a generous benefits package, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools. Our policies and processes enable you to improve your work-life balance, take positive steps in your career and achieve your personal wellbeing goals.
You can explore our benefits by visiting our careers web page.
How do I apply?
We operate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. CVs are required for all applications; but we won’t be able to view them until we invite you for an interview. Instead, we ask you to complete the work history section of the online application form for us to be able to assess you fairly and objectively.
For more information on this career opportunity please visit our website or contact us at
recruitment@cancer.org.ukOur vision is to create a charity where everyone feels like they belong, benefits from and participates in, the work we do. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, in particular those from ethnic minority backgrounds who are currently under-represented.
We want to see every candidate performing at their best throughout the job application process, interview process and whilst at work. We therefore ask you to inform us of any concerns you have or any adjustments you might need to enable this to happen. Please contact recruitment@cancer.org.uk or 020 3469 8400 as soon as possible.
Unfortunately, we are unable to recruit anyone below the age of 18, so that we can protect young people from health & safety and safeguarding risks.
About Us
As the world’s largest independent cancer research charity, we conduct research into the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of the disease. Our aim is to see 3 in 4 people survive cancer by 2034 and our staff are integral to achieving that ambition. Cancer Research UK offers you excellent prospects to expand your career as well as the ability to make a real difference to the lives of others. We're always looking for sharp, brave, and collaborative people to join Cancer Research UK and continue to make it a great place to work. Find the career you're looking for and let us change lives together.