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Gillian Chew
Grants and Funding Manager at University of Central Lancashire
Gillian Marie Chew is the Grants and Funding Manager at the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan).2 She currently leads the Grants and Funding Unit (GFU) at UCLan, which is part of the university's Research and Knowledge Exchange Service (RKES).1
Professional Role
As the head of the Grants and Funding Unit, Gillian Chew oversees a team that provides crucial support to academics throughout the research funding process.1 Her unit's responsibilities include:
- Identifying funding opportunities for researchers
- Assisting in the development of research proposals
- Managing the costing and pricing of proposals
- Overseeing the internal approval process for submission
- Submitting proposals to funders
- Liaising with academics and funders when funding is awarded
- Working with the Legal Services Contract team to negotiate and sign project contracts
Career at UCLan
Gillian has held several key positions at the University of Central Lancashire before her current role. This suggests a progression in her career within the institution, culminating in her leadership of the Grants and Funding Unit.
Education
While specific details about her educational background are limited in the provided information, it is mentioned that Gillian attended Our Lady's RC High School.2
Gillian Chew's role is integral to supporting and facilitating research activities at UCLan, helping to secure funding and manage the administrative aspects of research grants for the university's academic community.
