 Birmingham Research ParkLocation Institute of Research and Development, Vincent Drive, Edgbaston, Birmingham B15 2SQ Contact Details Contact: Mrs Patricia Marshall, Research Park Manager Tel: 0121 471 4988 Fax: 0121 415 8542 Email: brpl@bham.ac.uk Website: www.brpl.bham.ac.uk  PartnersBirmingham Research Park is a joint venture between the University of Birmingham and Birmingham City Council. History and Objectives The Research Park was established in 1986 as a location for new or developing small companies wishing to work with the University of Birmingham and benefit from the proximity of the University's research and technical expertise. Through the growth of these companies the Research Park contributes to local economic development and employment in Birmingham. By providing high quality accommodation adjacent to the University campus, and the University of Birmingham College of Medical and Dental Sciences, the Research Park offers an ideal site for companies and other commercial projects arising from within the University or coming to Birmingham to work with the University. The Site Land  Eight acres of land are reserved for Research Park use, comprising two neighbouring areas in Vincent Drive, Edgbaston. One is on a long lease from Birmingham City Council and the other is owned by the University.Part of the site is occupied by the Institute of Research and Development, which was constructed in three phases between 1986 and 1991. The Institute offers flexible multi-unit accommodation for rental by small companies. The other main building is the ICT Centre, which was opened in February 2000 and offers purpose-built accommodation for companies whose business is IT-based. Premises The Institute of Research and Development offers over 45,000 square feet of lettable accommodation on three floors. Adjacent to the main entrance and reception area is a large conference facility. Small meeting rooms are also available. Units are constructed in modules of 340 square feet upwards. Central heating, lighting and single-phase power are provided to each unit, while gas, mains water and three-phase electricity are available from service ducts. There are lifts from each of the entrances to the upper floors. The ICT Centre comprises 11,000 square feet of high-quality accommodation on three floors. A central demonstration/training facility is available, in addition to the conference facilities above. The £1.5m Centre has units from 380 square feet upwards. The building is pre-wired for internal networking and offers a high specification general telecommunications system. Office services are available to tenant companies and there are also internal telephone and postal systems to the University, plus access to the Campus Network (if appropriate). The Research Park also offers on-site parking for both staff and visitors at no additional cost. Current rental figures for both the Institute of Research and Development and the ICT Centre are available on application, together with details of the Service Charge which covers management, security systems, building maintenance and insurance, reception services, controlled car parking and heating, lighting and cleaning of the common areas. Tenancy Agreements are normally offered for periods of one to five years initially and may be renewed in appropriate cases. All enquiries regarding accommodation/tenancy should be addressed to Mrs P Marshall (see above for contact details). Technology Transfer  Of the companies previously or currently located at the Research Park, many originated within the University, their businesses being started on the basis of technology developed within the University. Several of these companies were spin-outs from the University by members of the academic staff. In some cases growth has led to changes of ownership and over the years several companies have subsequently relocated to larger premises elsewhere in Birmingham. Other organisations, both past and present, have located at the Research Park in order to make use of University expertise or facilities.Alta Innovations Ltd, the University of Birmingham's technology transfer company is also located at the Research Park. Alta Innovations connect organisations with academic expertise and Intellectual Property to enable effective and innovative solutions to industry-based issues. Alta Innovations Ltd is part of Research and Commercial Services (RCS), who are also located at the Research Park. RCS supports the academic community in accessing external research funding and has a wide ranging brief to encourage and develop commercial opportunities for the University. University Facilities The University of Birmingham offers facilities and expertise particularly in medicine, engineering and science, which are unique in the region and the equal of any in the country. More than 3,000 academic staff in 5 colleges constitute an enormous resource of expertise allied to laboratories, equipment and facilities of the highest standards. Units with particularly strong external relationships include the Interdisciplinary Research Centre for Advanced Materials, the Clinical Trials Unit at the Cancer Research UK, Institute of Cancer Studies, the Institutes for Occupational Health and for Public and Environmental Health, and the Wolfson Applied Technology Laboratory. Research support from government, industry and charitable sources is co-ordinated by Research and Commercial Services. The staff of all companies based at the Research Park are offered access to the University Library, sports and leisure facilities on advantageous terms. Also, in addition to the on-site conference/ meeting facilities at the Research Park, meeting rooms and lecture theatres in the University may be available for hire by Research Park companies, subject to availability. Conference and residential facilities are available at the nearby University Conference Park. Financial Services  Birmingham Research Park Ltd is able to offer initial business advice to small, high-technology companies associated with the Research Park and/or the University, and introductions to local specialist financial and business advisers. More information on a wide range of funding grants and investment opportunities available for businesses moving into the region at various stages of business development can be found at www.westmidlandsfinance.com. In addition, the Central Technology Belt, who are also based at the Research Park, can provide information on funding opportunities, see www.centraltechnologybelt.com.Location Birmingham Research Park is conveniently located between the University main campus and the University of Birmingham College of Medical and Dental Sciences, within short walking distance of University Station. It is near the centre of the country's motorway and rail networks and within easy reach of Birmingham International Airport and the National Exhibition Centre. Companies Located at Birmingham Research Park Bio-Medical AN/CH Screening Team Research and assessment of all aspects of antenatal and child health screening. Birmingham Quality (UK NEQAS) Independent and impartial technology assessment in laboratory medicine. Celentyx Limited Research and Development of the use of new and existing drugs in various areas of neuroimmunopharmacology. Comprehensive Local Research Network (CLRN) Part of the NIHR Comprehensive Clinical Research Network which provides support for clinical trials and other well-designed studies in all areas of disease and clinical need. Jointmedica Limited Research and Development of the 'Birmingham Knee Replacement' for use in the treatment of osteoarthritis and related arthropathies. M&G SIPT  Research and support services in connection with the organisation and monitoring of blood products to the UK Armed Forces.Pan Birmingham Cancer Network Ongoing support to facilitate the implementation of the NHS Cancer Plan for the people of Birmingham. Pan Birmingham Cancer Research Network Providing support, advice and information to cancer researchers across the Pan Birmingham area. RCDM Research, innovation and development of national and international medical education programmes for the military and civilian communities. Royal College of General Practitioners (RCGP) Administrative support for the activities of Royal College of General Practitioners. Royal College of Physicians Administration in support of the various activities of the College. Synexus (Midlands) Clinical Research Centre Clinical research studies in a variety of disease areas. Tracer Measurement Systems Ltd Research and support services for development of portable medical instruments. West Midlands Public Health Observatory The improvement of access to information. Knowledge, training and development in health and the reduction of health inequalities. Business Services Birmingham Research Park Ltd Management of the University of Birmingham Research Park. InnovationXchange UK Working to enable and improve university-to-business engagement and business-to-business engagement and development, and support knowledge and innovation exchange between companies and other institutions. Technical Consultancy Alta Innovations Limited Administration and office-based support for licensing and technology transfer activities. Research and Commercial Services (RCS) Support for commercial development and research funding. Services also Provided to Emission Zero LLP A multidisciplinary consultancy that specialises in reducing CO2 emissions in buildings through a range of specialist consultancy services. Inquisitive Explorers Ltd Development of numeracy and literacy programme for early years learners. |
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Research Park Manager, Alta Innovations Ltd
Alta Innovations Ltd, a wholly-owned subsidiary company of the University of Birmingham, is currently looking for a new Research Park Manager to lead day to day operations at Birmingham Research Park.
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