The job holder will coordinate establishment of Institutes and Centres at the University; assist in the development of the University’s research agenda, and plan; coordinate and implement research programmes in accordance with university procedures and funder requirements; and support the Ethics Review Processes at the University
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- Be a holder of a doctorate degree.
- Have at least 5 years of work experience in a research-intensive environment.
- Have prior experience in bidding for and implementing at least 3 competitive research grants.
- Have at least 5 publications in referred journals.
- Have supervised/or is competent to supervise a PhD student.
- Have undertaken research ethics training.
OTHER SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
- Excellence interpersonal and communication skills.
- Good analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Ability to work within tight deadlines.
- Ability to work flexible hours.
- Proven passion for research, innovation, and outreach.
- Ability to work with diverse teams