Research Development Manager
- University of Kent
- United Kingdom, ENG
- Jun 4, 2026
Job Description:
Please note: this opportunity is only available to current employees of the University of Kent or Canterbury Christ Church University
Are you an experienced project and research professional with a talent for developing systems, driving improvement, and building effective partnerships?
Do you enjoy working collaboratively to deliver strategic outcomes in a dynamic environment?
Kent and Medway Medical School is seeking a Research Development Manager to work closely with the Director of Research and research support colleagues to deliver the School's research strategy, grow research and innovation income, strengthen partnerships, and help build an inclusive, sustainable research culture. You will lead research administration and governance across the School, working with colleagues at KMMS, Canterbury Christ Church University and regional NHS partners, to ensure effective research support and service delivery.
As Research Development Manager you can expect to be involved in:
- Establishing and managing all research and innovation related processes, policies and procedures in KMMS to implement the KMMS Research Strategy
- Producing data, management information and reports and providing support for research related meetings
- Monitoring KMMS research and innovation activity and evaluating progress on the KMMS Research Strategy implementation plan
- Supporting KMMS with Research Exercise Framework and Knowledge Exchange Framework submissions
What will you bring to the role?
- Experience in project management and working within growing or developing organisations
- Strong stakeholder management and relationship building skills
- Significant knowledge and understanding of the higher education research environment
- A proven track record of applying for grants in a research environment and increasing revenue
- Experience of successfully managing staff
What we can offer in return:
As a member of our team, you can expect a friendly, open and collaborative working environment and support in your development and wellbeing. You'll enjoy a range of great staff benefits including:
- Hybrid working options allowing a flexible blend of office and home working (to be agreed in line with business needs)
- 43 days' leave per year (personal leave, bank holidays and additional days allocated for the Christmas period, pro rata for part-time staff)
- Excellent pension scheme with generous employer contributions
- Corporate employee-funded healthcare plan, in partnership with Benenden Health
For more information about what you can look forward to if you join us, visit our dedicated webpage: Working at Kent
We are ambitious for our people, our communities and the region we serve – join us in making the world a better place. Visit our website for more on who we are: http://www.kent.ac.uk/about/
Please see the links below to view the full job description and to apply for this post. For further information regarding the application process, please contact [email protected] quoting reference number KMMS-111-26
Closing Date: 10 Jun 2026
Section: Administrative
Salary: £39,906 to £44,746 per annum
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Job Description:
Please note: this opportunity is only available to current employees of the University of Kent or Canterbury Christ Church University
Are you an experienced project and research professional with a talent for developing systems, driving improvement, and building effective partnerships?
Do you enjoy working collaboratively to deliver strategic outcomes in a dynamic environment?
Kent and Medway Medical School is seeking a Research Development Manager to work closely with the Director of Research and research support colleagues to deliver the School's research strategy, grow research and innovation income, strengthen partnerships, and help build an inclusive, sustainable research culture. You will lead research administration and governance across the School, working with colleagues at KMMS, Canterbury Christ Church University and regional NHS partners, to ensure effective research support and service delivery.
As Research Development Manager you can expect to be involved in:
- Establishing and managing all research and innovation related processes, policies and procedures in KMMS to implement the KMMS Research Strategy
- Producing data, management information and reports and providing support for research related meetings
- Monitoring KMMS research and innovation activity and evaluating progress on the KMMS Research Strategy implementation plan
- Supporting KMMS with Research Exercise Framework and Knowledge Exchange Framework submissions
What will you bring to the role?
- Experience in project management and working within growing or developing organisations
- Strong stakeholder management and relationship building skills
- Significant knowledge and understanding of the higher education research environment
- A proven track record of applying for grants in a research environment and increasing revenue
- Experience of successfully managing staff
What we can offer in return:
As a member of our team, you can expect a friendly, open and collaborative working environment and support in your development and wellbeing. You'll enjoy a range of great staff benefits including:
- Hybrid working options allowing a flexible blend of office and home working (to be agreed in line with business needs)
- 43 days' leave per year (personal leave, bank holidays and additional days allocated for the Christmas period, pro rata for part-time staff)
- Excellent pension scheme with generous employer contributions
- Corporate employee-funded healthcare plan, in partnership with Benenden Health
For more information about what you can look forward to if you join us, visit our dedicated webpage: Working at Kent
We are ambitious for our people, our communities and the region we serve – join us in making the world a better place. Visit our website for more on who we are: http://www.kent.ac.uk/about/
Please see the links below to view the full job description and to apply for this post. For further information regarding the application process, please contact [email protected] quoting reference number KMMS-111-26
Closing Date: 10 Jun 2026
Section: Administrative
Salary: £39,906 to £44,746 per annum
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