Grants Specialist in Research and Innovation

About Us:At IOG, we are a pioneering technology firm dedicated to exploring and advancing blockchain through rigorous research and development. Our commitment to a scientific methodology in blockchain creation is augmented by our emphasis on peer-reviewed studies and formal methods to guarantee security, scalability, and sustainability.Our innovative projects encompass the Cardano blockchain and extend into various products related to decentralized finance (DeFi), governance, and identity management, all aimed at enhancing the potential and global adoption of blockchain and Web3 technologies.Role Overview:As a Research and Innovation Grants Specialist, you will spearhead the complete lifecycle of grants for foundational blockchain R&D. This includes formal methods, security and scalability, DeFi, governance, and digital identity, as well as their practical applications in innovative projects across various industry sectors. Your responsibilities will encompass identifying and qualifying funding opportunities, developing a robust 12-24 month funding pipeline, formulating bid strategies, composing high-quality applications that align with funder objectives, and overseeing post-award budgets, deliverables, reporting, and compliance. You will coordinate inputs from research, finance, legal, and partnerships while collaborating closely with academic and industry partners to secure ongoing investment that positions our research teams at the forefront of innovation. Success will be measured by increased grant achievements and overall award values, a diversified funding mix, higher proposal win rates, expedited submission processes, timely and compliant reporting, and the creation of reusable bid assets/templates that enhance our quality and consistency in submissions.Key Responsibilities:Grant Scanning & Pipeline Development:Continuously monitor and evaluate funding opportunities from sources such as Horizon Europe, Innovate UK (IUK), National Science Foundation (NSF), and various international programs.Construct and maintain a proactive pipeline of applicable calls in alignment with IOG’s research, innovation, and venture objectives in blockchain and related areas.Grant Application Development:Lead the creation of high-quality grant proposals, encompassing the drafting of technical components, project plans, budgets, and impact narratives.Coordinate contributions from researchers, engineers, and external partners to ensure that applications are comprehensive, precise, and persuasive.Oversee timelines and submission processes for multiple applications concurrently.Project & Partnership Support:Engage with academic institutions, research consortia, and industry collaborators to co-create joint applications.Facilitate the establishment of new partnerships to enhance the competitiveness of our bids.Ensure clear communication and alignment between stakeholders throughout the grant application process.

Join our dynamic team at Alimentiv Inc. as a Grant Writer, where you will play a pivotal role in securing funding for impactful projects. In this position, you will be responsible for researching, writing, and submitting grant proposals to various funding agencies. Your expertise in grant writing will directly contribute to the success of our initiatives and the advancement of our mission.

Are you passionate about making a difference? Join us as a Volunteer Grant Writer at ConnectionHub! In this exciting role, you will have the opportunity to contribute to our mission by crafting compelling grant proposals that help secure funding for impactful projects. This is a great way to gain valuable experience in grant writing and nonprofit operations while supporting our community initiatives.

As a Solution Innovation Specialist focusing on Product Innovation, you will play a pivotal role in driving innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of our customers. Your expertise will guide product development, ensuring alignment with market trends and customer feedback.

About the RoleJoin Woozle Research as an Associate Director in our dynamic London or Glasgow office. This pivotal leadership role is designed for seasoned professionals eager to influence high-caliber primary research utilized by leading hedge funds, private equity firms, and consultancies worldwide.Your key responsibilities include leading a team of Analysts and Associates, ensuring our deliverables consistently surpass client expectations, and nurturing lasting partnerships with investors and decision-makers.If you are passionate about guiding teams, enhancing client relationships, and delivering impactful market insights, we want to hear from you!

Join Pigment as a Solution Innovation Specialist in Marketing where you'll be at the forefront of transforming our marketing strategies. This role requires a creative thinker who is passionate about leveraging innovative solutions to enhance our market presence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive impactful marketing initiatives and contribute to the overall growth of Pigment.

Join our cutting-edge AI team at hyperexponential as a Research Engineer. In this role, you will be at the forefront of developing innovative AI solutions that drive efficiency and transformation across various sectors.As a Research Engineer, you will collaborate closely with data scientists, software engineers, and domain experts to design, implement, and optimize AI algorithms. Your insights will directly contribute to advancing our product offerings and enhancing client experiences.If you are passionate about harnessing AI technology to solve real-world problems, we want to hear from you!

Anaplan develops an AI-powered scenario planning and analysis platform used by more than 2,400 companies worldwide, including well-known organizations such as Coca-Cola, LinkedIn, Adobe, LVMH, and Bayer. The team brings together people from around the world, united by a focus on customer success and a culture that values diverse perspectives, leadership at every level, and celebrating achievements. Role overview The Senior UX Researcher will join Anaplan’s global User Experience team in London. This group partners with colleagues in London, San Francisco, and New York, working within the Global Product and Technology organization. The team’s mission is to champion outstanding user experiences by grounding decisions in a deep understanding of user needs and challenges. This role focuses on uncovering actionable insights about users and sharing findings in ways that build empathy and drive improvements. The Senior UX Researcher collaborates closely with cross-functional partners to ensure research informs each stage of the product development process. What you will do Conduct research to identify user needs, behaviors, and pain points. Translate research findings into clear, compelling stories that inspire action. Work with designers, product managers, and engineers across global offices. Facilitate workshops and create artifacts to embed research into product development. Support a culture of data-driven, user-centered decision-making. Team highlights Commitment to customer success and ongoing improvement. Values-driven culture that encourages ambitious goals and celebrates achievements. Focus on supporting each team member’s growth and development. Global collaboration with talented designers and researchers. Location This position is based in London, United Kingdom, and involves collaboration with international teams.

Join our dynamic team at Wise as a CRM Executive - UX Research Specialist. In this pivotal role, you will harness your expertise in customer relationship management and user experience research to enhance our product offerings and improve user satisfaction.Your responsibilities will include conducting in-depth UX research, analyzing customer feedback, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement insights that drive business growth. If you are passionate about understanding user behavior and translating that into actionable strategies, we want to hear from you!

Why Choose PlayStation?At PlayStation, we pride ourselves on being not just the Best Place to Play, but also the Best Place to Work. As a recognized global leader in entertainment, we create the PlayStation family of products and services, including PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, PlayStation®VR, PlayStation®Plus, and acclaimed titles from PlayStation Studios.We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that empowers our employees and celebrates diversity. We invite individuals with a passion for innovation, technology, and play to explore our open positions and join our expanding global team.PlayStation is part of Sony Interactive Entertainment, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation.As a Lead Data Scientist, you will spearhead innovation in experimentation and causal inference, influencing the future of decision-making and product innovation at SIE. You will champion cutting-edge research in experimentation methodologies and mentor fellow team members. Your role will focus on enhancing our experimentation strategy, nurturing a culture of curiosity and rigor, and supporting cross-functional teams in delivering player-centered experiences through data-driven decisions.

Join GLG Research, a leader in connecting clients across various industries with actionable data-driven insights through our extensive B2B expert network. We pride ourselves on providing unparalleled market insights by leveraging our industry-leading expert panel, along with comprehensive custom market research project management and quality assurance. Our dedicated team of both quantitative and qualitative market research specialists is committed to guiding clients through every phase of engagement, ensuring objectives are met from scoping to data oversight.We are on the lookout for a dynamic and driven individual to become a part of our Research Team as a Project Specialist. In this role, you will collaborate with top-tier clients across sectors such as Technology, Payments, Industrials, Life Sciences, and Medical Devices. As a member of our expanding Global Research Team, you will engage with sophisticated clients, including leading international technology firms, while working closely with colleagues from around the globe. Your contributions will involve the design and execution of qualitative and quantitative research projects aimed at helping clients navigate industry trends, collect end-user feedback, and evaluate messaging and concepts with some of the world's largest technology and payments enterprises.This position is based in London and requires in-office attendance.GLG’s Corporate Research division offers essential insights that empower companies across diverse industries to make informed strategic decisions. Our team utilizes robust survey and qualitative research methodologies alongside the world’s largest repository of first-hand expertise to deliver tailored insights in a highly customized environment.

aisi seeks a Research Engineer or Research Scientist to focus on Model Transparency in London, UK. The position involves research aimed at making AI models more understandable and accountable. The goal is to clarify complex behaviors within these systems and help build trust in their outcomes. Key responsibilities Research new ways to improve the interpretability of AI models Create methods and tools that help explain how models make decisions Tackle challenges in understanding and communicating model behavior Contribute to initiatives that support greater accountability in AI Location This role is based in London, UK.

The RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Senior User Researcher to join our User-Centred Design (UCD) practice. In this pivotal role, you will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver intricate digital transformation projects across both public and private sectors. Your expertise will be essential in understanding genuine user needs, behaviors, and contexts, ensuring that these insights influence decisions throughout the design and delivery processes.This position involves engaging across the complete lifecycle of digital services, from initial problem exploration and discovery through to design, delivery, and ongoing service enhancement.As a Senior User Researcher, you will work closely with designers, project managers, product managers, engineers, and stakeholders to ensure that services and products are based on solid evidence and a deep comprehension of users.Key ResponsibilitiesResearch Strategy and PlanningDesign and implement research activities to help teams discern user needs, behaviors, and pain points.Select suitable research methods based on the identified problem and the delivery phase.Contribute to the formulation of research strategies for complex products or services.Guarantee that research activities support evidence-based decision-making within delivery teams.Conducting and Synthesizing ResearchCarry out qualitative and quantitative research using a variety of methods.Analyze and synthesize research findings to extract valuable insights.Translate research outcomes into actionable recommendations that influence product and service decisions.Assist teams in understanding the implications of research insights for design and delivery.Working Across the Delivery LifecycleParticipate in early problem exploration and discovery initiatives.Support design and delivery teams in testing concepts and validating design choices.Ensure that research insights continue to inform enhancements after services go live.Assist teams in developing a sustained understanding of user needs as services evolve.Collaboration and ConsultingCollaborate closely with designers, service designers, engineers, project managers, and product managers within multidisciplinary teams.Facilitate research activities with stakeholders and aid teams in interpreting research findings.Communicate insights effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.Support teams in making decisions grounded in evidence and user insights.Contributing to Design PracticeChampion user-centered and evidence-based methodologies within delivery teams.Promote ethical research practices and inclusive research approaches.Mentor less experienced researchers when applicable.Contribute to the enhancement of research practices and knowledge sharing within the UCD team.

We invite innovative minds to apply for the role of Research Scientist at our Artist-First AI Music Lab. Our team is at the forefront of developing cutting-edge generative technologies in music, crafting exceptional experiences that resonate with both artists and fans. We aim to redefine the listening experience, prioritizing the voices of artists and creatives in every product we create. Our guiding principles focus on:Collaborative Partnerships: We believe in establishing transparent agreements with record labels, distributors, and music publishers to foster new innovations for artists and fans alike.Empowered Participation: Understanding the diverse perspectives within the artistic community, we offer artists and rights holders the choice to engage with generative tools in alignment with their values.Fair Compensation and New Revenue Streams: Our commitment lies in developing products that generate novel revenue opportunities for rights holders, artists, and songwriters, ensuring they receive fair compensation for their contributions.Strengthening Artist-Fan Relationships: Our AI innovations aim to enhance, not replace, human creativity, providing artists new avenues for expression and connection with their audiences. With over 700 million music listeners each month, we strive to deepen these vital connections.Discover more about our vision in this press release.

About UsAt The Economist Group (TEG), our mission is to drive progress and foster innovation, independence, and rigor across our diverse business sectors. We empower individuals and organizations to navigate the complex challenges facing our world through analytical insights and evidence-based research.Operating in 170 countries, our renowned brands—The Economist, Economist Impact, Economist Intelligence, and Economist Education—deliver valuable analysis and insights to our subscribers and clients, cementing our reputation for excellence and integrity.The Senior Research Manager will spearhead The Economist’s B2C Research function, acting as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders to support impactful strategic decision-making. This role involves leading a dedicated team to deliver top-tier research that yields actionable insights into audiences, brands, and market categories.The primary goal of this position is to cultivate a high-performing team that fosters deep partnerships with senior executives, crafting compelling narratives that drive strategic business actions. Additionally, the Senior Research Manager will re-envision the Research function, leveraging AI to enhance the timeliness, rigor, and impact of insights.Direct Reports: 3 Lead ResearchersMeasures of SuccessQualitative Measures:Trusted Adviser Status: The extent to which the Senior Research Manager and their team are proactively consulted on complex strategic questions rather than being reactive order-takers.Influence & Relationship Strength: The ability to forge strong partnerships with business stakeholders to understand their core challenges and influence decision-making.Insight Narrative Quality and Impact: The effectiveness of storytelling and the creation of impactful narratives that lead to definitive business actions.Focus on Excellence: The degree to which the team is recognized as a leader in excellence, setting and achieving the highest standards in quality, pace, innovation, and expertise.

About AnthropicAt Anthropic, we are dedicated to pioneering safe, interpretable, and controllable AI systems. Our goal is to ensure that AI technologies are beneficial for users and society at large. We have assembled a rapidly expanding team of passionate researchers, engineers, policy specialists, and business leaders working collaboratively to create advanced AI systems that serve humanity well.As a leader in AI research, Anthropic is committed to developing ethical, powerful artificial intelligence. We aim to align transformative AI systems with human values. We invite you to join our Pretraining team as a Research Engineer, where you will be instrumental in creating the next generation of large language models. This role allows you to operate at the crossroads of cutting-edge research and practical engineering, playing a key part in building safe, steerable, and trustworthy AI systems.Key Responsibilities:Conduct innovative research and develop solutions in areas such as model architecture, algorithms, data processing, and optimization techniques.Independently lead small-scale research projects while partnering with colleagues on larger initiatives.Design, execute, and analyze scientific experiments to deepen our understanding of large language models.Enhance and scale our training infrastructure to boost efficiency and reliability.Develop and refine development tools to improve team productivity.Contribute across the entire stack, from low-level optimizations to high-level model design.

At Intropic, we are pioneering the realm of financial intelligence where profound market insights converge with cutting-edge AI technology. Established in the vibrant financial hub of Canary Wharf, London, our mission is to convert intricate data into actionable insights with clarity and precision. Our culture is anchored in values of truth-seeking, agility, and accountability, which guide our collaborative efforts and innovation. We thrive in a fast-paced environment, embracing independent thinking while upholding the highest standards of integrity and impactful results. Curiosity is not just welcomed; it is essential. If you are motivated by challenges, sparked by innovation, and eager to elevate your intelligence among a team of exceptional thinkers, then Intropic is the ideal place for your ideas to flourish.

physicsx seeks a Principal Research Scientist based in London, United Kingdom. This position centers on guiding research projects that introduce new concepts and methods in physics. The work plays a key part in supporting the company’s mission to drive technological advancement through scientific discovery. Role overview As Principal Research Scientist, the main responsibility is to lead innovative research efforts. Projects will focus on developing and testing original approaches within the field of physics. The results of this research are intended to contribute directly to the company’s ongoing progress in technology. What you will do Lead and manage research projects from concept to completion Develop new ideas and experimental approaches in physics Ensure research aligns with the company’s goals for scientific and technological progress Location This role is based in London, United Kingdom.

We invite candidates to apply for the position that best aligns with their expertise. If we find a better fit for your profile, we will contact you about alternative opportunities. Position Overview: Conduct research utilizing statistical techniques, including time-series analysis, machine learning, and natural language processing to derive insights from data. Analyze extensive data sets employing advanced statistical and machine learning methodologies to uncover trading opportunities. Collaborate in developing statistical and machine learning tools to address complex data-related challenges across the organization. Typical Day: Engage in researching innovative statistical and machine learning techniques and exploring various datasets throughout the day. Present and discuss research findings with fellow researchers. Deploy and oversee models utilized for generating trading signals.

Graduate Researcher - RecruitmentLocation: LondonSalary: £25,000 - £30,000 + UNCAPPED BONUS AND COMMISSIONTimberseed is an innovative Executive Search firm specializing in the Investment sector, partnering with a diverse array of clients, from major global institutional investors to emerging start-ups. Our successful placements include numerous Chief Investment Officers across Europe within the past year.We are seeking a motivated Graduate Researcher to join our small, dynamic team in London, contributing to projects throughout Europe. In this role, you will collaborate closely with our senior and experienced staff in a friendly and supportive work environment.Key Responsibilities:Conduct thorough candidate research via desktop investigations and direct engagement through networking.Assist senior researchers and consultants in identifying and sourcing candidates for active roles.Participate in client meetings and networking events to enhance relationships.Lead the preparation of search updates, candidate lists, and detailed candidate reports.Collaborate with a Partner to determine suitable candidates for shortlisting.Ensure candidates are kept informed throughout the search process, coordinating interviews and managing logistics.Benefits:Attractive commission structureComprehensive training programAnnual bonusesRegular team dinners, social events, and Friday drinks