Portfolio Manager

About the Opportunity

Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC), UKRI

Salary: £37,841 per annum

Band: UKRI Band D

Contract Type: Fixed Term (12 months parental leave)

Hours: Full Time and Part Time will be considered (minimum 0.8 FTE, flexible working available)

Location: Polaris House, Swindon, Wiltshire - Hybrid working available

Closing Date: 1 Sept 2026

Interviews: w/c 21 Sept 2026

Responsibilities

• Leading the grant application, assessment, and award processes for BBSRC investment activities
• Organising and leading the delivery of peer review meetings
• Providing advice and guidance on funding policies and peer review processes
• Supporting the development and creation of new funding calls
• Collaborating with colleagues on portfolio management approaches
• Providing outreach to the research and innovation community

About You

We are seeking individuals with an understanding of the life sciences and a strong interest in working with universities, research organisations, and businesses in both UK and international contexts.

Eligibility

• Holds a degree in a biological or related subject, and/or have previous relevant professional experience
• Demonstrable interest in the aims and objectives of BBSRC
• Ability to plan and prioritise work, manage activities, and meet deadlines
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills
• Effective analytical skills
• Willingness to travel and work in Swindon

Benefits

We recognize and value our employees as individuals and aim to provide a favorable pay and rewards package. Committed to supporting employees' development and promote a culture of continuous learning!

• An outstanding defined benefit pension scheme
• 30 days' annual leave plus 10.5 public and privilege days
• Employee discounts and offers on retail and leisure activities
• Employee assistance programme
• Flexible working options

Plus many more benefits and wellbeing initiatives that enable our employees to have a great work-life balance!

About Company

UKRI is an Equal Opportunity & Disability Confident Employer.

Please apply online, if you experience any issue applying, please contact Recruitment@ukri.org.

Please note, if you will require sponsorship to work in the UK, as part of your sponsorship application, you and any dependants traveling with you, will be required to pay costs directly to The Home Office for the application before you start your role with us. UKRI is normally able to reimburse some, or all of these fees after you have become an employee, and this can be discussed with the Hiring Manager. For more information, please visit UK Home Office Skilled Worker Visa or contact Recruitment@ukri.org.