Research Grant Writer

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.

What we offer

We are UAL

For the fifth year running, University of the Arts London is the world’s second University for Art and Design in the QS World University Rankings® 2023. Our diverse and talented community comprises over 5,000 academic, professional, and technical staff. Together we are committed to social purpose. This includes creating a better and more sustainable world and championing race equality. 

We offer highly creative working environments that inspire staff across all areas to fulfil their potential and continuous training to further develop their skills and expertise. We also offer hybrid and flexible working practices, and excellent staff benefits to improve your work life balance including family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and Staff Support Networks.

Our culture