Job summary
An opportunity has opened as a Project Manager working across two of our research themes (Dermatology and Integrative Cardiovascular Medicine) which are part of the Inflammation Cluster in the Manchester Biomedical Research Centre (BRC). You will work across these two themes, splitting your time equally.
You will be an essential member of our cross-disciplinary and Greater Manchester-wide team, responsible for developing, implementing and monitoring progress, using multiple systems and processes to manage BRC research projects and programmes of work and financial expenditure. With a keen eye for detail, you will identify risks and ensure that appropriate mitigation is applied to ensure that quality standards are met and projects are delivered on time and to budget to meet the BRC objectives and NIHR contractual obligations. You will play a crucial role in fostering the development of new collaborations within the BRC partnership as well as with external stakeholders.
The NIHR Manchester BRC is committed to improving the lives of people; our patients, our communities, our volunteers, our workforce and our partners. We educate, influence, and collaborate to conduct research that enhances health and healthcare for everyone.
If you're inspired by this opportunity and have the right skills to drive forward our world-leading research, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
Drive delivery of BRC objectives across Themes and Clusters, by developing and implementing robust processes and systems required to ensure high-quality project management.
Provide accurate, timely and high-quality reports on project progress and outputs against forecasts and strategic aims both internally (including to the BRC senior management team) and to external bodies (including the NIHR).
Work with theme/cluster leads, programme leads and key researchers to identify and overcome risks to ensure successful delivery of the theme objectives.
Work with senior research staff within the partner Trusts and University, with the R&I Management Team and with other internal partners (e.g. finance, CRFs) and external partners (including local SMEs, multinational companies, charities, other BRCs and Trusts) to identify and progress collaborations and develop and deliver projects which add value to the BRC.
It is recommended that you read through the Job Description to understand all the duties of the job.
About us
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe - what better place to shape and develop your leadership career. We deliver care to over 1 million patients & users each year through our 10 hospitals and extensive community services. Our 30,000 plus strong workforce is central to our success and innovation.You will play a pivotal part in supporting our operational excellence and strategic ambitions. You'll work collaboratively with clinical and non-clinical teams, driving improvements that enhance patient experience, staff wellbeing, and service efficiency across the Trust.MFT offers a dynamic, inclusive environment where your leadership, ideas, and expertise are valued. You'll have access to professional development, digital tools and opportunities to contribute to transformational projects that shape the future of healthcare delivery.We are committed to supporting your growth and wellbeing, recognising the vital role you play in our organisation's success. Join us and help shape the future of our Trust--make a real difference to our teams, our services, and our communities, and fundamentally, our patients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your applicationHere at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application. Diversity MattersMFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your applicationHere at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application. Diversity MattersMFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level or equivalent experience gained in a work environment
- Post Graduate Diploma or equivalent in work experience
- Evidence of continued professional development
Desirable
- MSc or Further qualifications in Health Research or equivalent experience gained in a work environment.
- Formal project management qualification e.g. PRINCE2
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of NHS and/or University research
- Experience of developing and maintaining comprehensive and systematic systems for collecting and processing project information.
- Experience of managing budgets and liaising with finance staff.
- Experience of writing a range of high-quality reports, strategy documents and grant applications.
- Recent experience of line management including completing PDRs. Experience of supporting and developing junior staff
Desirable
- Recent experience of working in both a university and NHS research setting
- Knowledge of NHS and/or University funding and project management systems.
- Experience of delivering training to junior staff.
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of leading and managing a number of projects simultaneously from inception through to completion and evaluation, with demonstrable focus on delivery of outputs / targets.
- Experience of successful working with a range of internal and external stakeholders to manage project delivery
- Experience of developing and delivering collaborative projects between multiple organisations/stakeholders
- Experience of analysing complex data to assess risk and monitor progress against plans, managing deviations and issues appropriately to ensure successful project delivery
- GCP trained
Desirable
- Experience of using software and online tools related to research outputs (e.g. MIMAS Web of Knowledge, ISI Journal Citation index, Scopus, Zotero, Endnote)
- Experience of working and/or liaising with industry.
- Experience in bringing about and managing change.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level or equivalent experience gained in a work environment
- Post Graduate Diploma or equivalent in work experience
- Evidence of continued professional development
Desirable
- MSc or Further qualifications in Health Research or equivalent experience gained in a work environment.
- Formal project management qualification e.g. PRINCE2
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of NHS and/or University research
- Experience of developing and maintaining comprehensive and systematic systems for collecting and processing project information.
- Experience of managing budgets and liaising with finance staff.
- Experience of writing a range of high-quality reports, strategy documents and grant applications.
- Recent experience of line management including completing PDRs. Experience of supporting and developing junior staff
Desirable
- Recent experience of working in both a university and NHS research setting
- Knowledge of NHS and/or University funding and project management systems.
- Experience of delivering training to junior staff.
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of leading and managing a number of projects simultaneously from inception through to completion and evaluation, with demonstrable focus on delivery of outputs / targets.
- Experience of successful working with a range of internal and external stakeholders to manage project delivery
- Experience of developing and delivering collaborative projects between multiple organisations/stakeholders
- Experience of analysing complex data to assess risk and monitor progress against plans, managing deviations and issues appropriately to ensure successful project delivery
- GCP trained
Desirable
- Experience of using software and online tools related to research outputs (e.g. MIMAS Web of Knowledge, ISI Journal Citation index, Scopus, Zotero, Endnote)
- Experience of working and/or liaising with industry.
- Experience in bringing about and managing change.
Additional information
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
