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🥝 Strategic Research & Development Lead

University of Manchester | manchester, United-Kingdom | Posted June 20, 2026

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We are seeking a motivated and collaborative individual to join our team as a Strategic Research and Development Lead (Secondment Cover) . This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development and delivery of major cancer research initiatives across the Manchester Cancer Research Centre (MCRC) and its partners. You will play a key role in shaping strategy, supporting funding success, and driving impactful collaborations within a dynamic and inclusive environment.

Responsibilities

  • Leading the development and delivery of strategic research initiatives across the MCRC and partner organisations
  • Supporting and coordinating major funding applications and developing a diversified funding portfolio
  • Building and managing relationships with internal and external stakeholders across academia, the NHS and international partners
  • Providing oversight of governance, budgets, reporting and projec...

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