Job Description
Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC), UKRI
If the following job requirements and experience match your skills, please ensure you apply promptly.
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
About the role
BBSRC are seeking to recruit Portfolio Managers to join our Bioscience Advancing Knowledge Directorate. The team leads BBSRCs applicant-led investments, championing curiosity-driven, researcher-led discovery and empowering the research community to pursue bold, high-risk ideas across the breadth of bioscience.
The role will focus on delivering peer review and awarding applications from the academic community that advance knowledge and address major bioscience challenges. You will also give to the development of portfolio insight, enabling BBSRC to take a more strategic, evidence-led approach to supporting its portfolio of investigator-led investments. In addition, you will help build and embed knowledge of best practice in peer review, strengthening UKRIs ability to deliver funding through efficient, proportionate, and fit-for-purpose peer review.
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.
Your responsibilities:
Personal Specification
The below criteria will be scored during Shortlisting (S), Interview (I) or both (S&I).
Essential:
Holds a degree in a biological or related subject, and/or have previous relevant professional experience (S).
A demonstrable interest in, and understanding of the aims and objectives of BBSRC (S&I).
An ability to plan and prioritise your work, manage a range of activities and meet deadlines (S&I).
Effective interpersonal skills, including the ability to work in teams with colleagues and external partners (S&I). xwwtmva
Effective communication skills including the ability to produce clear and well-structured documents and presentations for internal and external audiences (S&I).
Effective analytical skills with the ability to analyse data and derive significant information accurately and responsibly (S).
Willingness to travel in the UK and internationally and work for a minimum of 40 - 60% of your time in Polaris House, Swindon (S).
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