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Reporting to the Senior Development Research Officer (SDRO), the Development Research Officer (DRO) plays a vital role in the University’s fundraising operation. You will have a passion for philanthropy and the desire to gain a deep understanding of our donor and prospect pools, as well as the

Do you have experience in prospect research, prospect management and due diligence? Are you passionate about the impact of philanthropy and major gifts? Right now is Manchester’s time to shine. We are preparing to launch our first ever major fundraising and volunteering campaign. At Manchester we don’t just focus on what we’re good at. We ask what we’re good for. Through our teaching we are educating a new kind of socially responsible graduate – tomorrow’s thinkers, doers and leaders of a better world. Through our research we are addressing the most pressing global challenges with bold and brilliant solutions. Through innovation we are turning ideas into reality, creating the jobs and industries that will sustain us in the future. And in the heart of the city and beyond, we are breaking down barriers to art, science and learning in order to build stronger, more resilient communities. Manchester people are different. Not only do we share the values of integrity, being bold, being ambitious, and being collaborative, we also share a pioneering spirit and the courage to make a difference. If you have a fearless personality, boundless optimism and a desire to create a healthier, fairer and more sustainable world, we’d love you to get in touch. Exciting? We think so too. About the role Reporting to the Senior Development Research Officer (SDRO), the Development Research Officer (DRO) plays a vital role in the University’s fundraising operation. This is an appointment to a Development Researcher role, as outlined in the job description. The focus of this position will be on proactive prospect identification, prospect development, pool management, and due diligence. You will be the responsible for identification of fantastic prospects, working on innovative prospecting projects, working with fundraisers to drive prospect relationships forward, ensuring our CRM is kept up to date with prospect data, producing informative and insightful donor profiles, conducting fundraiser pool reviews; and preparing due diligence papers. You will have a passion for philanthropy and the desire to gain a deep understanding of our donor and prospect pools, as well as the many projects undertaken at the University. You will provide accurate and appropriate information relating to potential and current donors to the University, high net worth individuals, corporations and charitable foundations worldwide. Working with colleagues, you will play a direct role in the University’s programme of identification and analysis of potential donors, deploying and enabling systems to support the documentation and management of such potential donors and suggesting tailored strategies to reach and engage such donors. Interviews to be held in person week commencing Monday 9 February. What you’ll get in return You’ll feel valued as a Development Research Officer at The University of Manchester, receiving access to exclusive rewards and benefits including: • 23 days annual leave entitlement plus University closure days over the Christmas period, plus bank holidays;, • 3 volunteer days pa in your community;, • hybrid and flexible working opportunities;, • a generous contribution-based pension scheme;, • an annual pay review, plus incremental salary increase within the grade;, • Purple Place Reward Gateway lifestyle benefits - exclusive access to discounts across UK’s major retailers including supermarkets, technology, fashion, travel, and much more;, • free eye examinations with discounts on glasses and contact lenses;, • savings on food and cafes on campus;, • salary exchange for childcare vouchers, workplace nursery scheme, cycle to work, electric vehicle, or increased pension contribution; Our University is positive about flexible working – you can find out more here Hybrid working arrangements may be considered. Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies. Any recruitment enquiries from recruitment agencies should be directed to ___. Any CVs submitted by a recruitment agency will be considered a gift. Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews: Name: Ella Luo, Senior Development Research Officer Email: ___ General enquiries: Email: ___ This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date. Please see Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria.

Client: Leading HubSpot Agency (Enterprise & Global Implementations) Engagement: Fractional (2–6 days per month, flexible) Earning Potential: up to ~£86k p.a. (based on 6 days per month) We are working with a leading HubSpot agency that delivers large-scale, complex CRM implementations for enterprise and global clients. The business is already deeply embedded in the HubSpot ecosystem and is now looking to accelerate how AI is embedded both internally and within the services it delivers to clients. They are seeking a senior, commercially minded Fractional Chief AI Officer / Head of AI to help define, lead, and operationalise their AI roadmap. This is not a pure research or experimentation role. The focus is on pace, clarity, and outcomes. The challenge The organisation is already active in AI but wants to: • Move faster and more deliberately, • Turn HubSpot’s AI and agentic capabilities (eg Breeze and related tooling) into clear, scalable service offerings, • Strengthen internal AI capability without hiring a full-time CAIO at enterprise-market salaries, • Establish a clear, board-ready narrative around AI priorities, investment, and outcomes The role Working alongside an existing CTO and senior leadership team, you will: • Take ownership of the internal AI agenda and acceleration roadmap, • Define and prioritise high-impact AI use cases across the business, • Help shape and package AI-enabled services built on HubSpot’s platform, • Create clear implementation blueprints that can be delivered repeatedly by consulting teams, • Lead short, focused delivery cycles (eg 90-day sprints) with visible progress and outcomes, • Provide senior AI leadership and decision-making, not day-to-day delivery What success looks like Within the first 3–6 months, you will have: • Defined a clear AI strategy aligned to the firm’s commercial goals, • Identified and progressed a small number of priority AI initiatives that materially move the business forward, • Helped translate AI capability into market-facing services, • Left the leadership team with clarity, confidence, and momentum around the AI roadmap The profile we are looking for • Senior AI leader (CAIO / Head of AI / AI Strategy Lead) with strong commercial instincts, • Experience working in or alongside CRM-led businesses (HubSpot strongly preferred; Salesforce, Dynamics, Pipedrive or similar also relevant), • Proven ability to move from AI concepts to real, implemented outcomes, • Comfortable working fractionally and influencing at board and exec level, • Pragmatic, straight-talking, and outcome-focused - low fluff, high impact Engagement model • Fractional engagement (typically 2–6 days per month), • Earning potential up to ~£86k p.a. based on 6 days per month, • Flexible scope that can scale up or down as priorities evolve, • Opportunity to shape a high-profile AI agenda within a respected HubSpot-led organisation

A Scientific Officer (Quality Assurance) is required for our higher education client to join their quality assurance team within their research centre to contribute to their compliance by assuring that their clinical trial activities comply. As the Scientific Officer you will possess experience in a

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Scientific Officer to join the Nucleic Acids Biomarker (NAB) team of the NBC. A degree in molecular biology or a relevant scientific discipline (or equivalent relevant experience) with laboratory experience.

A prominent biomedical research institute in Manchester seeks a Scientific Officer 2 to support its Stem Cell Biology group. The position focuses on enhancing research capabilities and maintaining lab efficiency.

A leading educational institution in Manchester is seeking a Research Officer to provide administrative support for its digital health software projects. This role offers the opportunity to work with various teams and contribute to health research initiatives.

We are seeking a School of Health Sciences (SHS) Research Officer to provide administrative support to the software team for a range of digital projects in health research. The successful candidate will have access to a broad research knowledge base and will be invited to attend regular seminars and

A leading UK university is seeking a Development Research Officer to manage prospect research, donor engagement, and due diligence for their fundraising campaigns.

A prestigious higher education institution is seeking a Development Research Officer to enhance their fundraising efforts. The ideal candidate will have strong research and analytical skills, alongside a passion for philanthropy.

A leading university in the UK is looking for a Research Officer in the School of Health Sciences to provide essential administrative support for digital health projects. Ideal for motivated candidates interested in making a difference in health research.

Reporting to the Senior Development Research Officer (SDRO), the Development Research Officer (DRO) plays a vital role in the University’s fundraising operation. Development Research Officer at The University of Manchester, receiving access to exclusive rewards and benefits including:. Through our

Reporting to the Senior Development Research Officer (SDRO), the Development Research Officer (DRO) plays a vital role in the University’s fundraising operation. Name: Ella Luo, Senior Development Research Officer. You’ll feel valued as a Development Research Officer at The University of Manches

Candidates may also be searching for similar roles such as: Research Assistant, Research Coordinator, Evidence Officer, Policy and Research Officer, or Clinical Research Administrator. Working closely with internal teams, researchers and external partners, you will play a key role in managing resear

Reporting to the Senior Development Research Officer (SDRO), the Development Research Officer (DRO) pla. Do you have experience in prospect research, prospect management and due diligence? Are you passionate about the impact of philanthropy and major gifts?. Through our research we are addressing th

Our client is seeking a highly organised and motivated Research Officer to support their research programme and the wider work of the Evidence and Policy Team. Working closely with internal teams, researchers and external partners, you will play a key role in managing research processes, supporting

Salary: £33,000-£35,000Reports to: Research ManagerWe have an exciting, new opportunity for a Research Officer (Fundraising Prospect Research) to join the Rhodes Trust, Oxford. Job Title: Research Officer Fundraising Prospect ResearchLocation: Rhodes House, Central Oxford (hybrid working)Contrac

Individual giving acquisition officer Location: Contracted to our Peterborough office with the flexibility for hybrid workingSalary: £27,000 - £30,000 depending on experienceFull time: 37.

Translational Research Project Support Officer. Join to apply for the Translational Research Project Support Officer role at NHS Blood and Transplant. Reporting to a scientific operations manager, as the project support officer you will help support a large programme of research developing novel blo

The National Quantum Computing Centre (NQCC) is a research centre funded by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) through the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) and the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC), which is dedicated to accelerating the development of quantum

The research officer will be based in the Department of Methodology, a leading centre for research and education in social science research methods. Have a completed PhD, be close to completing a PhD, or have other research experience that demonstrates the capability to produce independent original

A leading economic consultancy in London seeks a Research Officer specializing in Antitrust and Competition.

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking to hire an Officer for Research Delivery, focusing on managing data systems, supporting study services, and enhancing stakeholder communication. Special emphasis will be placed on operational support in accordance with national standards, aiming for

Previous experience of research delivery is required, alongside knowledge and experience of the research process and research data entry. The successful post holder will work as an integral member of the RRDN Agile Research Delivery Team to deliver NIHR portfolio‑adopted research studies. This is

The full‑time Senior Communications and Research Officer reports to the Chief Communications Officer, working to help inform the public about antisemitism using a variety of media. Senior Communications and Research Officer. Cultivate media relationships and provide information and research to jou

A leading investment firm is looking for a Physical Security Officer in Greater London to safeguard their Research Labs. Join us to maintain the integrity of critical research facilities.

Housing Strategy and Research Officer. Procure and project manage housing related research, undertaking qualitative and quantitative research into the existing and future housing needs of the district’s population. Strong IT skills and thorough understanding of qualitative and quantitative researc

A leading research organization in the UK is seeking a Research Officer to join the National Quantum Computing Centre. The successful candidate will manage projects in quantum technologies, ensuring compliance with trusted-research frameworks and leading efforts in stakeholder management.

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is looking for a Research Officer to support health research delivery. Candidates must have a degree in a relevant field and experience in clinical research. The role, based at Lister Hospital, involves setting up and delivering research studies across various

The research officer will be based in the Department of Methodology, a leading centre for research and education in social science research methods. Research Officer in Research Data Management. This research officer position is to work with Dr Eleanor Power as part of the ongoing "ENDOW" project (E

Chief Operating Officer - Foundation for Liver Research (FLR). The Foundation for Liver Research (FLR) is a charity dedicated to advancing liver health through research, education, and collaboration. Providing academic leadership and research infrastructure.

The Policy and Research Officer will work with the Party’s Political Committee, Leader, MP’s office and the wider policy community to develop a forward-looking research programme. Policy and Research Officer, £27,984 per annum.

This is a research position (fixed term until the end of 2027) in the £3m ARISE project (“Advancing Resilience and Innovation for a Sustainable Environment”) at the University of Essex, co-supervised by Prof Gina Reinhardt (University of Essex) and Prof Philip Leifeld (University of Manchester)

A leading cancer research institute in London is seeking a Senior Scientific Officer to manage a laboratory team focused on hormone-dependent cancer models.

A leading organization in health research is seeking a Chief Operating Officer to enhance operational excellence and deliver transformative work in health and research.

Reporting to the Senior Development Research Officer (SDRO), the Development Research Officer (DRO) plays a vital role in the University’s fundraising operation. You’ll feel valued as a Development Research Officer at The University of Manchester, receiving access to exclusive rewards and benefi

We are looking for a confident and proactive candidate who will be responsible for the post‑award financial management of a wide range of research and consultancy projects across the University.

We recognise that this is important for our business success - a more diverse workforce will enable us to better reflect and understand the world we research and ultimately deliver better research and insight to our clients. Senior Client officer - Market Research CPG. Provide added value to client

Research Officer in Behavioural Science: Quantitative Researcher. The successful candidate will contribute to advancing TII’s research agenda through the development and execution of research projects and engagement with internal and external stakeholders. Experience in research design, causal inf

A leading health organization is seeking a Translational Research Project Support Officer to contribute to the development of innovative blood products for civilian and military use.

DARE UK is seeking a Communications and Engagement Officer to deliver key communications, events and engagement activities. Drafting and editing compelling website copy for various purposes – including news stories, blogs and funding opportunities – aimed at a diverse audience including research

The Housing Strategy and Research Officer will be responsible for forecasting future housing needs and will be able to compile area specific datasets across the district that will inform both the Council’s new build aspirations and influence other sectors to meet future housing need across all ten

A leading charity organization in the UK is seeking a Chief Operating Officer responsible for overseeing business operations and developing strategic initiatives for collaboration with academic and clinical partners. This role offers opportunities to influence health policy and contribute to impactf

In the role of Research Engagement Officer, you will:. We are looking for someone who has relevant qualifications (please see attached JD), strong experience in creating scientific literature reviews and research outputs and delivering these to various audiences, and experience of presenting the res

The Market Research and Intelligence Officer will lead and support a wide range of research projects, from large-scale student surveys and competitor benchmarking to bespoke market briefings and programme portfolio analysis. Market Research and Intelligence Officer. Market Research and Intelligence

A health research organization is seeking a Chief Product Officer (CPO) to lead product vision, strategy, and delivery. The CPO will oversee the full product lifecycle, ensuring that products meet the needs of participants and researchers. This role offers a generous benefits package and the opportu

We are recruiting for an Agile Research Delivery Team Research Officer who shares our vision to be trusted to provide consistently outstanding care and exemplary service to our patients. Knowledge: Knowledge of governance and legislative framework for clinical research (ICH GCP); knowledge of the cl

You will be primarily responsible for managing LSE’s institutional collaborative research programmes, including but not limited to strategic internal funds, and the development of new research-related opportunities alongside the Senior Manager - Global Research Partnerships and Alliances. Through