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Offer: Head of Theme - Population Health Research Infrastructure:Job description:Job location: London, Swindon, Wiltshire Hours: Full time or Part time (minimum 0.8 FTE) Contract Type: Fixed Term (18 months) Job location: Polaris House, Swindon, Wiltshire / Caxton House, London - Hybrid working The function entails leading MRC's management of its research portfolio in population health science. This includes superviseing key UKRI infrastructural programs such as UK Biobank, Population Research UK, and the Adolescent Health Study. As the expertise-holder of scientific issues pertaining to this remit, responsibilities span across staying abreast of new research developments, fostering research partnerships, and covering policy-related matters. superviseing peer review procedures for significant research funding is integral, alongside acting as the primary interface for stakeholders internally (across MRC sections and UKRI partners) and externally (including researchers, funding agencies, and policymakers). Assistance to MRC/UKRI leadership abilities in developing and implementing scientific initiatives and policy is also part of the function, as is the development and management of funding opportunities and innovative initiatives. Person Specification » PhD (significant to the work of the MRC), or equivalent higher degree in research » A background in population health science, or research aligned to this, whether in research or policy » practice working in health research management and familiarity with UK medical or biological research in Universities and the NHS » practice in developing and managing strong partnerships and relationships inside and outside the organization, handling conflicts, and building consensus to deliver key objectives. » capability to handle, analyse and present complex information (eg. scientific, financial, policy, ethical) » Negotiating solutions in conflicting and politically sensitive environments » Shown practice of representing an organisation at a senior level and the influencing favourable results » capability to engage in scientific issues, with credibility at all levels » capability to think and plan strategically in research, relating long-range goals to short-term action » capability to lead, motivate and develop individuals within a team, and empower others to take responsibility for delivery of business objectives » High level of insight and credibility in population science / medical research and research funding issues » Able to address your motivation and clearly state how you meet the criteria of the function in a cover letter (Max 2 pages) Additional information: You will be required to frequently work in the opposite (Swindon) office and be willing to stay overnight and work long hours on an occasional basis. Additional, infrequent UK & European travel may also be necessary. Benefits We recognise and value our employees as individuals and aim to provide a favourable pay and compensates package! We are committed to supporting employees' development and promote a culture of continuous learning! » An outstanding defined benefit pension scheme » 30 days' annual leave in addition to 10.5 public and privilege days (full time equivalent) » Employee discounts and offers on retail and leisure activities » Employee assistance programme, providing confidential help and advice » Flexible working options Plus many more benefits and wellbeing initiatives that enable our employees to have a great work life balance! UKRI is an Equal Opportunity & Discapability Confident Employer. How to apply: For full details on the function, please click on the ?Apply' button above. Please submit an application including your CV and a Cover Letter that clearly showcases how your expertise and practice align to the requirements of the function. Skills:
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