University of Oxford
Clinical Operations Manager

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We have an exciting opportunity to join the Oxford Vaccine Group in the Department of Paediatrics as our Clinical Operations Manager.
- Salary: 49,119 - 58,265 per annum
- Hours: Full time
- Location: Department of Paediatrics, Oxford Vaccine Group, Churchill Hospital, Oxford
About the role
You will play an important role in the successful execution of the UK clinical trial research portfolio.
- You will be responsible for supporting the development of high-quality research documents, efficient resource management and adherence to regulations.
- You will provide effective support through great communication and organisational skills.
You will be working in a growing department within the Medical Sciences Division. The Department of Paediatrics is a world leader in child health research and hosts internationally renowned research programmes in drug development, gastroenterology, haematology, HIV, immunology, neuroimaging, neuromuscular diseases and vaccinology. The Oxford Vaccine Group under the lead of Professor Sir Andrew Pollard conducts research into important outbreak pathogens including Marburg and Ebola. The team are running pioneering studies on experimental controlled human challenge studies for viral and bacterial infections and phase I – III vaccine studies to transform human health.
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This position is offered full-time on a fixed-term contract initially for 3 years with the possibility to extend provided further external funding is available.
About you
You will have a proven ability in clinical trial delivery and operational planning with demonstrable experience of managing multiple projects at various stages of development. You will possess a strong working knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) with the ability to problem solve, motivate and manage people. You will have highly effective verbal and written communication skills with all levels of staff and an ability to operate effectively in a demanding and fast-paced research environment.
About the department
The Department of Paediatrics is committed to equality and valuing diversity. The Department of Paediatrics has been honoured with the Athena Swan Gold award, a national gender equality charter, recognising the Department's innovative policies and practices. We are committed to the professional development of our staff by providing up to ten paid days annually for skill enhancement and allowing applications for additional training funding. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to contribute to a forward-thinking department.


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We welcome new staff with ideas who are willing to shape the future of the department that thinks about its staff and wellbeing. In addition to the University of Oxford wellbeing resources, the Department of Paediatrics sponsors weekly exercise classes such as yoga and bootcamp sessions as well as a choir. For staff on work visas, we also offer financial assistance towards visa renewal fees. These activities are designed to promote physical and mental wellbeing among staff members.
Please visit our website to find out more about the Department.
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