Azim Premji University invites applications for the role of Program Manager  for the Research Centre. 

At Azim Premji University, research is an important means of understanding the complex challenges facing our society. Our research spans a wide range of disciplines, including education, livelihoods, development, environment, and public health, as well as the fundamental advancement of science and mathematics.

The University supports research through internal grants and external funding from government and non-governmental organisations.

APU invite applications from candidates with experience in managing research grants across the sciences and social sciences.

Responsibilities:

1. Pre-award support: 

• Identify suitable funding opportunities from national and international agencies. 
• Organise and facilitate grant-writing workshops.
• Ensure that proposals meet University requirements and funding agency guidelines.

2. Post- award management

• Coordinate project initiation with the Finance team.
• Ensure that projects meet funder requirements and secure the necessary ethical approvals.
• Coordinate the preparation of Utilisation Certificates (UCs) and Statements of Expenditure (SEs) with the Finance team.

3. Research administration

• Maintain records of grants and funding statistics across campuses.
• Develop standard operating procedures for grant management.
• Assist with research audits and compliance reviews.
• Support the management and administration of internal grants as required.

An advanced degree in Sciences with experience in grant management.

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to execute tasks effectively and consistently.
• Ability to collaborate with teams across different functions.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Please email a copy of your Curriculum Vitae to <openpositions@​apu.​edu.​in> with the subject line ​“Application for Program Manager – Research Centre — Bengaluru”:

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