Basic job summary:
The
Research Manager will be primarily responsible for the implementation,
coordination, evaluation, communication, and/or management of research at
CIPIT. They will oversee the execution of the basic investigative tasks of the
research projects, contributing to the ongoing management, progress evaluation,
and information dissemination relating to the projects.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Research Outputs:
- Communicate research outputs to society
and the industry through outreach (e.g. seminars, workshops, lectures,
websites, conferences, publications, policy, and legislation) and, where
applicable, through technology transfer (e.g. collaborative research; contract
work; and commercialization of intellectual property).
- Coordinate the dissemination and
publication of the research output of the center.
- Assist the research staff with authoring
relevant sections of manuscripts, and facilitate submission of study
results, conference abstracts, and preparation of posters, oral
presentations, and journal articles, for publications.
- Represent the centre at conferences,
seminars, and other relevant events, enhancing its visibility and
reputation.
Research Funding, Partnerships, and Compliance:
- Coordinate the raising of funds for
research and innovation and consultancy activities in collaboration with
the University’s Research Office
- Coordinate with the national regulatory
bodies responsible for research and innovation, such as ethics review
boards, etc. in collaboration with the University’s Research office.
- Support the Centre’s fundraising
initiatives through proposal writing and grant applications.
- Build relationships and partnerships with
academic institutions and funding agencies for collaboration.
Administration and Oversight:
- Manage the day-to-day operations of
the Centre by following up on projects, attending stakeholder meetings and
addressing requests from the University.
- Provide guidance in the appointment
and promotion process for staff at the research center.
- Provide guidance and support to
staff, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
- Coordinate research capacity
building in the Centre.
- Conduct performance evaluations and
promote professional development opportunities for team members.
- Coordinate the participation of
faculty and research staff in conferences, seminars, and other relevant
events, enhancing its visibility and reputation.
- Prepare and present CIPIT’s
research and consultancy reports to support decisionmaking by various
internal and external stakeholders.
Training and Curriculum
Development:
- Implement and support market-driven
training programs.
- Coordinate seminars, short
professional development certificate courses, and specialized training
programs in the relevant field.
- Contribute to the center’s capacity
building by overseeing training activities in the Centre.
Minimum Academic Qualifications:
- A PhD degree in Law or a Technology
field including Computer Science, Emerging Digital Technologies, or
Information Technology.
Experience:
- 6 years of significant experience
and 3 years of experience in a managerial position.
- Demonstrated extensive experience
in research of not less than 3 years. Where a master’s candidate will be
considered this is a mandatory requirement.
- Extensive knowledge in qualitative
research methodologies and their applications.
- Familiarity with quantitative
research methods, statistics, and their applications.
- Experience with literature searches
and retrievals using electronic databases.
- Ability to prioritize multiple
tasks, to effectively manage overlapping duties, and to meet deadlines.
- Strong organizational, time
management, coordination, and facilitation skills.
- Exceptional interpersonal and
communication skills as well as the ability to work in a team environment.
- Demonstrated ability to network and
forge new relationships with industry partners.
- Ability to work independently,
adapt rapidly to change, and demonstrate flexibility and initiative.
- Sound judgment in applying
scientific principles & predicting/preventing problems.
- Ability to adapt protocols as
needed (within guidelines).
- Strong computer skills and
experience using qualitative and quantitative analysis software and with
MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Access).
- Advanced written and verbal skills
in English
Competencies and Attributes
- Empowerment/ Delegation
- Coaching and Developing Others
- Operational Decision Making
- Customer Focus
- Entrepreneurship
- Passion for Results
- Leading Change
- Establish Strategic Direction
- Leading Teams
How To Apply
Are
you qualified for this position and interested in working with us? We would
like to hear from you. Kindly send us a copy of your updated resume and letter
of application (ONLY) quoting “Research Manager” on the
subject line to recruitment@strathmore.edu
by 16th
May 2024.