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Through our global network of veterinary care providers, we strive to advance veterinary medicine, improve clinical outcomes and support the people who make a difference to pets and their families every day.\nScientific research plays an important role in advancing veterinary knowledge, improving patient care and supporting the professional development of our Associates. We are passionate about creating opportunities for veterinary professionals to engage in veterinary clinical research, collaborate with colleagues and contribute to the wider veterinary scientific community.\nAbout the role\nWe are looking for an Associate Research Manager to support the delivery of a comprehensive clinical research support programme in Mars Veterinary Health (MVH), with a focus on the UK and Northern Ireland.\nWorking closely with Luisa De Risio MVH Global Director, Associate Research, and other members of the MVH Medical Affairs Science Team, led by Dottie Brown, MVH Global VP of Science & Healthcare Innovation, you will help Associates develop their clinical research ambitions, strengthen research capabilities and maximise the impact of their work. 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You will help ensure that research is conducted to high standards, appropriately supported and shared with the wider scientific community through publications and conference presentations.\nExperience required\nTo be eligible to apply for this role, the following specifications are required:\nA veterinary degree (DVM or equivalent).\nBeing a Member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (MRCVS)\nExperience in clinical practice in the UK\nExperience in veterinary clinical research including research idea generation, scientific literature appraisal, study design development, research delivery, publishing in peer-reviewed scientific journals and presenting research at conferences.\nAdditionally, highly desirable qualifications and experience include:\nAn advanced degree beyond your veterinary qualification, such as a European or American veterinary specialist diploma, PhD or Master's degree.\nExperience supporting, mentoring or supervising residents with research projects & achieving their research credentials.\nA proactive, adaptable and supportive approach, with a genuine interest in helping others achieve their research goals\nAbility to collaborate effectively across teams, influence without authority and manage multiple priorities.\nFlexibility to attend meetings with MVH Global Medical Affairs Science Team members in different time zones\nAbility to manage multiple projects simultaneously and deliver against deadlines.\nExcellent organisation, attention to detail and a collaborative approach.\nRoles & responsibilities\nIn this role, you will:\nWork closely with the Director, Associate Research and other Associate Research Managers, to deliver an effective clinical research support programme across MVH.\nSupport Associates in developing high-quality research, including developing robust research question & study design, fulfilling research ethics & legislative requirements, and achieving publication in reputable peer-reviewed journals.\nProvide clinical research mentoring and education to veterinary Associates (with a focus on residents), helping them build their research skills and achieve realistic research ambitions.\nDevelop, maintain and promote research support resources through the company intranet, gathering Associate feedback and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.\nManage research funding activities, including internal research project funding and open-access publication charges.\nCoordinate funding processes, from communicating opportunities and reviewing applications to liaising with Finance and relevant stakeholders and maintaining accurate funding records.\nMaintain records of clinical research activities, publications and conference presentations, and contribute to annual scientific reports.\nBuild strong relationships with clinical research leads, resident supervisors and other stakeholders in Linnaeus and across MVH globally.\nEncourage collaboration between business units and work with partners across the wider Mars organisation to maximise the value and impact of scientific research.\nContribute to the veterinary scientific community through conference presentations, publications, peer review and participation in professional societies.\nWhy join us?\nThis is an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the future of veterinary medicine by helping Associates turn research ideas into valuable scientific outputs.\nYou will be part of a large work across a global veterinary network, collaborate with experts from a range of disciplines and help strengthen a culture of scientific curiosity, collaboration and continuous learning.\nYou will benefit of professional development opportunities through collaboration with an international Science Team and the wider MVH medical affairs and Mars Petcare networks.\nBy supporting clinical research and developing the next generation of clinician and nurse scientists, you will contribute to advancing medical knowledge, supporting professional fulfilment and improving the quality of veterinary care.\nIf you are passionate about veterinary science, clinical research and helping others achieve their research potential, we would love to hear from you.\nFurther details on the MVH Medical Affairs Science Team and their work can be found here:\nhttps://marsveterinary.com/veterinary-science/\nIf this sounds like you:\nPlease contact Christina Scimeca, Group Corporate Recruiter, who is happy to tell you more about this opportunity and the recruitment process. 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