Research Development Manager

Job Description

Job Title: Research Development ManagerLocation: LondonContract: Permanent Full-Time About Arup:Arup is a multi-disciplinary firm of designers, planners, engineers, consultants and technical specialists, working across every aspect of the built environment.Together, we help our clients solve their most complex challenges - turning exciting ideas into tangible reality as we strive to find a better way and shape a better world. As a wholly independent organisation, we are owned in trust for the benefit of ouremployees and their dependants: with no shareholders or external investors we determine our own business priorities and direction. About this opportunity...Research at Arup helps drive an open culture of curiosity and exploration while tackling industry, environmentaland social challenges. Our research program plays an important role in ensuring we continue to innovate and offer future-forward advice and services to our clients locally and internationally.We are looking for a Research Development Manager within Arup Universityto support a global portfolio of internal research. Working as part of a small team, the successful candidate will work with the Acting Central Research Leader (Operations) and other members of the Research team to drive a culture of creativity and innovation.The position offers the chance to immerse yourself into the firm and gain exposure to a broad range of research topics across design, planning and engineering disciplines.Specifically, you will be involved in - Collaborate with Research faculty colleaguesto develop strategies and action plans promoting research excellence and innovation Coordinate and oversee the global research portfolio, including reviewing internal research proposals and monitoring portfolio progress Connect with internal stakeholders tounderstand business problems and identify research needs Work with internal teams to advise on the scoping, management and conduct of research Collaborate with colleagues on pathways to scale research outcomes to business practice Structure external researchcollaborations and build strong external partnerships Collaborate with colleagues to represent Arups research offer to internal and external audiences ambitions Work with the Acting Central Research Leader to manage and monitor processes and shared team resourcesLiaise with counterparts from other Arup offices on firmwide research issuesTo achieve in this role, you are likely to ... Hold a Masters or Bachelor Degree in any discipline Minimum of six years of working experience in a research and innovation related fieldSolid understanding of various quantitative research methods and techniques (qualitative knowledge desirable) Experience managing a portfolio of interconnected projects Show flexibility and curiosity in moving between projects in different markets Connectionswith academic institutions, start-up ecosystems and funding bodies a distinct advantage Ability to think strategically as well as an attention to detail that ensures a high quality of work An organised team player willing to develop the role Excellent peopleskills with an ability to communicate effectively with all levels of managerial and operational staff Rewards and BenefitsWe offer a competitive salary at all levels, and one of the best benefits packages in our sector.Core benefits include cover under theUK Healthcare Plan (private medical insurance), Life Assurance, Accident Insurance, and Income Protection (long term disability) cover. Core benefits are funded by us and made available to all permanent staff in order to support and safeguard your financial,physical, and mental wellbeing. You will also have access to Choice Benefits to help with your work/life balance and financial security.In addition, all permanent employees are eligible for the Global Profit Share scheme. Subject to scheme rules employeescan receive two Profit Share payments per year, which are dependent on the firms financial performance.Shape your time with usOur goal is to shape a better world. And to do that, we need to make Arup a phenomenal place to work for everyone. If we want tosolve problems for people around the world, we must seek and attract the best people from the widest talent pool and create an environment that supports and includes them. We aim to encourage a culture where people can be themselves and be valued for theircontribution. This includes people with disabilities, so please discuss any adjustments that you may require throughout the selection and assessment process with your recruitment contact.At Arup, youll be a welcomed member of the team with opportunities toparticipate in cultural and social events with the local community (e.g. as a STEM ambassador) or by joining one of our staff networks for women, culture or LGBT+ people. Youll have access to a range of flexible working options - whether youre a parent,a carer, a student, or just have a busy lifestyle - we recognise its not always easy to commit to standard working hours so if youre interested in flexible working, please let us know when you apply, and well discuss how this could work in your role.Joinus in shaping a better world.We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcome all qualified applicants. You will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to sex, race, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability,veteran status, genetic data, or other legally protected status. We recognise that not all disabilities are visible and will make reasonable adjustments to cater for diverse applicants in the selection and assessment process.What happens nextIf this couldbe the next step in your journey, please apply online. All applications will be considered, and we will try our very best to respond to you within 72 hours of receiving your application.Stay safe online - Arup will never ask for payment or your bank detailsas part of our recruitment process