Nanoscale and Microscale Research Centre
| Location: | University Park |
| Salary: | £43,155 to £54,421 per annum (pro-rata if applicable) depending on skills and experience. Salary progression beyond this scale is subject to performance. |
| Closing Date: | Monday 26 June 2023 |
| Reference: | SCI182023 |
The Nanoscale and Microscale Research Centre (nmRC) at the University of Nottingham is seeking to appoint a Centre Manager for the co-ordinated and strategic management of staff, operations and research activity within the nmRC. The Centre Manager is pivotal to driving research direction and will contribute to research development activities across the nmRC and more widely across UoN, aligning to the strategic direction of major funding entities.
Excellent communication skills and experience motivating teams and individuals is required, along with financial and operational management, strategic and business planning skills. In-depth knowledge and experience of nanoscale characterisation techniques is also desirable. Key responsibilities include successful research development by driving the strategic direction of key research outputs within the nmRC, leadership and management of the nmRC research team and strategic and operational management (including of physical infrastructure and financial planning).
The nmRC is a world leading analytical facility at the University of Nottingham. It provides state-of-the-art instrumentation and expertise in nanoscale characterisation, specialised sample preparation, and micro/nano-structure fabrication, for the benefit of all University of Nottingham (UoN) researchers, external academic collaborators and industrial partners. The Centre enables and enhances cross-Faculty collaborations and fosters external collaborations with internationally leading institutions; provides a first-class environment for training & career development; and exploits opportunities for knowledge transfer and collaboration with industry. More information can be found on the nmRC website (www.nottingham.ac.uk/nmrc).
The post is offered on a permanent basis with a start date of 1 September 2023. Hours of work are full-time (36.25 hours per week); however applications are also welcome from candidates wishing to work part-time (minimum 29 hours per week). Please specify in your application if you wish to work part time and the number of preferred hours. Job share arrangements may also be considered.
Informal enquiries may be addressed to Prof. Paul Brown, email paul.brown@nottingham.ac.uk. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.