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Wansford and KingsCliffe Practice

Project Manager - Wansford Commercial Research Delivery Centre (CDRC)

The closing date is 16 March 2026

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Job summary

Are you an organised and proactive project coordinator with experience in research or consultancy environments? The newly established Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire Commercial Research Delivery Centre is seeking a Project Manager to support the delivery of a key research programme under the guidance of a multi-disciplinary Steering Group.

This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to high-impact research while working part-time in a flexible and supportive environment.

Main duties of the job

You will support the operational delivery of a research project funded by the NIHR. While you wont be leading the project, youll play a vital role in managing timelines, documentation, communications, and logistics helping to ensure that the project runs smoothly, meets its objectives and supporting the implementation of activities that will transform commercial research capacity in primary care across the region, delivering value to all stakeholders.

You will be instrumental in facilitating communication, managing programme documentation.

You will work under the direction of an Executive Board which will guide project priorities, decisions, and strategic direction.

About us

Wansford Surgery, just outside Peterborough is the Lead Site in the newly formed Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Commercial Research Delivery Centre (Primary Care), a network of primary care and community providers committed to providing rigorous, high-quality research and evaluation for the National Institute of Healthcare Research. We combine methodological expertise with a sound knowledge and experience of clinical medicine.Across the CRDC, we are accelerating innovation in healthcare through the delivery of high-quality, commercially sponsored research. Partnering with industry leaders, healthcare providers, and academic institutions, were at the forefront of shaping the future of clinical research in the UK and beyond. We have an excellent reputation locally and nationally as a high performing unit reliably delivering studies to time and target.

Details

Date posted

19 February 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

3 years

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

A1881-26-0001

Job locations

Wansford and KingsCliffe Practice

Yarwell Road

Wansford

PE8 6PL


Job description

Job responsibilities

Programme Administration and Coordination

Coordinate meetings, workshops, and forums across the CRDC-PC network including the Executive Committee, the Steering Group and the Operational Group

Maintain comprehensive programme documentation, tracking progress against key milestones, metrics, and deliverables

Assist with grant management activities including budget monitoring and reporting

Coordinate and monitor project activities in line with agreed plans and milestones

Network Support and Communication

Help establish and maintain the Digital Community platform in MS Teams as the cornerstone of network collaboration

Coordinate training programmes and capacity building initiatives across Spokes and Delivery Hubs

Support the development and distribution of standardised resources, templates, and best practice materials

Facilitate knowledge exchange between experienced and developing sites

Stakeholder Engagement

Provide administrative support for Sponsor Access Forums and bilateral meetings with pharmaceutical partners

Assist with Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement (PPIE) activities and Community Advisory Forum coordination

Support liaison activities with NIHR, ICB partners, and other stakeholders

Help coordinate Research Inclusion workshops and community engagement events

Data Management and Reporting

Maintain programme databases and tracking systems

Assist with the development of monitoring and evaluation frameworks

Support the preparation of progress reports for NIHR and other stakeholders

Help collect and analyse data for programme impact assessment

Quality Assurance and Compliance

Support sites with compliance requirements including GDPR, NCVR, and regulatory frameworks

Assist with mock site inspections and quality audits

Help maintain Investigational Medicinal Product management processes and confidentiality agreements

Support the development of Standard Operating Procedures

Job description

Job responsibilities

Programme Administration and Coordination

Coordinate meetings, workshops, and forums across the CRDC-PC network including the Executive Committee, the Steering Group and the Operational Group

Maintain comprehensive programme documentation, tracking progress against key milestones, metrics, and deliverables

Assist with grant management activities including budget monitoring and reporting

Coordinate and monitor project activities in line with agreed plans and milestones

Network Support and Communication

Help establish and maintain the Digital Community platform in MS Teams as the cornerstone of network collaboration

Coordinate training programmes and capacity building initiatives across Spokes and Delivery Hubs

Support the development and distribution of standardised resources, templates, and best practice materials

Facilitate knowledge exchange between experienced and developing sites

Stakeholder Engagement

Provide administrative support for Sponsor Access Forums and bilateral meetings with pharmaceutical partners

Assist with Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement (PPIE) activities and Community Advisory Forum coordination

Support liaison activities with NIHR, ICB partners, and other stakeholders

Help coordinate Research Inclusion workshops and community engagement events

Data Management and Reporting

Maintain programme databases and tracking systems

Assist with the development of monitoring and evaluation frameworks

Support the preparation of progress reports for NIHR and other stakeholders

Help collect and analyse data for programme impact assessment

Quality Assurance and Compliance

Support sites with compliance requirements including GDPR, NCVR, and regulatory frameworks

Assist with mock site inspections and quality audits

Help maintain Investigational Medicinal Product management processes and confidentiality agreements

Support the development of Standard Operating Procedures

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • A degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field (healthcare, project management, administration, or related discipline)
  • Strong organisational and administrative skills with attention to detail
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Experience with Microsoft Office suite, particularly Teams, Excel, including for management and analysis of numerical data including KPIs, Canva for production of slides
  • Ability to work collaboratively across multiple organisations and stakeholder groups
  • Understanding of or willingness to learn about clinical research processes and regulations
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently
  • Commitment to inclusive working practices and patient-centred approaches
  • Graduates will be considered with willingness to engage in training

Knowledge and skills

Desirable

  • Have previous experience in healthcare administration or clinical research coordination
  • Are familiar with NHS structures, Primary Care Networks, or Integrated Care Systems
  • Have experience with project or programme coordination methodologies
  • Understand GDPR, clinical research regulations, and/or pharmaceutical industry processes
  • Have experience with digital platforms and learning management systems
  • Hold or are willing to obtain Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certification
  • Have knowledge of Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement approaches
  • Are experienced in organising events, workshops, or training sessions
  • Had knowledge of uploading content to website / social media
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • A degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field (healthcare, project management, administration, or related discipline)
  • Strong organisational and administrative skills with attention to detail
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Experience with Microsoft Office suite, particularly Teams, Excel, including for management and analysis of numerical data including KPIs, Canva for production of slides
  • Ability to work collaboratively across multiple organisations and stakeholder groups
  • Understanding of or willingness to learn about clinical research processes and regulations
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently
  • Commitment to inclusive working practices and patient-centred approaches
  • Graduates will be considered with willingness to engage in training

Knowledge and skills

Desirable

  • Have previous experience in healthcare administration or clinical research coordination
  • Are familiar with NHS structures, Primary Care Networks, or Integrated Care Systems
  • Have experience with project or programme coordination methodologies
  • Understand GDPR, clinical research regulations, and/or pharmaceutical industry processes
  • Have experience with digital platforms and learning management systems
  • Hold or are willing to obtain Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certification
  • Have knowledge of Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement approaches
  • Are experienced in organising events, workshops, or training sessions
  • Had knowledge of uploading content to website / social media

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Wansford and KingsCliffe Practice

Address

Wansford and KingsCliffe Practice

Yarwell Road

Wansford

PE8 6PL


Employer's website

https://www.wansfordsurgery.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Wansford and KingsCliffe Practice

Address

Wansford and KingsCliffe Practice

Yarwell Road

Wansford

PE8 6PL


Employer's website

https://www.wansfordsurgery.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Practice Manager

Kirstie Lawes

kirstie.lawes@nhs.net

01780782342

Details

Date posted

19 February 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

3 years

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

A1881-26-0001

Job locations

Wansford and KingsCliffe Practice

Yarwell Road

Wansford

PE8 6PL


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