Research Grant Writer

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The opportunity

University of the Arts London (UAL) is seeking an experienced Grant Writer to play key role supporting the preparation of high-quality research funding applications to meet our strategic ambitions to increase and diversify our research activity. 

Working with researchers across our Colleges and Institutes, you will coordinate and contribute to the grant writing process, producing content that communicates our research in a clear and accessible way, demonstrating the value of the proposed research to key funding bodies, such as UKRI and the Research Councils.

This will include developing draft content, conducting literature reviews, and documenting activities such as sandpits and workshops. You will also manage the collaborative writing process across multiple contributors, reviewing, collating and editing content to ensure clear communication of the proposal with a consistency of style and voice.

About you

Your profile will include:

• You will hold a higher-level qualification, including, but not limited to, a degree, or have equivalent experience in a relevant field / or industry. 
• You will have experience of writing applications for external funding, including, but not limited to, foundations and charitable bodies, local government, as well as experience of working with a range of stakeholders and external partners.
• Experience in the Higher Education sector is desirable but not essential.

If you have any queries about this role or need any reasonable adjustments for your application, please contact Twinkle Brahmbhatt, Senior Resourcing Adviser via email at RKEEstaffrecruitment@arts.ac.uk.

We are UAL

University of the Arts London (UAL) generates and inspires the creativity the world needs for a better future. Since 1842, our colleges have been defining creative education. With curiosity, imagination and intent we make work which creates lasting change for people and our planet. London is core to who we are, a place where we meet and share ideas with people from different backgrounds and cultures.

Our creative network influences learning, culture, industry and society on a global scale. Our academics and practitioners deliver creative education and inspire new ways of thinking through research and innovation. We work with students at every level from pre-degree and short courses to postgraduate and online learning, enabling them to build the careers they want. Together, we are a community of makers, thinkers, pioneers and storytellers redesigning the future.

Our culture

We are a global University, welcoming over 22,000 students and 6,000 staff from 130 countries. We aim to be a university where people can be themselves and feel supported to reach their full potential. That’s why we are proud to be members of the Race Equality Charter (REC) and Business Disability Forum, are a Disability Confident Scheme Committed and Living Wage employer and maintain our status as a Stonewall Diversity Champion.

Application process

We operate a fair and open anonymous selection process. Thus, you will need to create an account and submit an application through our job board. As part of this, you will need to provide a supporting statement/answer some competency questions to demonstrate your suitability. Our recruitment process involves: Application, Shortlisting, Interview and Assessment, Offer, Onboarding.

We understand the benefits of using AI in work. But, if you are thinking of using it to submit an application, we ask you to think about what value it adds. AI tools tend to lack the personal touch and authenticity we value in candidates. We encourage you to showcase your unique knowledge and skills using your own voice.

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