The University of Manchester
Translational Research Project Manager
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Translational Research Programme Manager
We are seeking a motivated and collaborative individual to join our team as a Translational Research Programme Manager, working across the Lung (0.6 FTE) and Melanoma (0.4 FTE) research teams. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to lead at a senior level, facilitating the setup and delivery of a broad portfolio of national and international investigator-led studies, translational research projects and funding applications. The postholder will lead programme management activities across the lung and melanoma teams, supporting the successful delivery of a diverse and ambitious research portfolio within a dynamic and inclusive environment.
Responsibilities
You will be responsible for:
- Leading the setup and delivery of a broad portfolio of national and international investigator-led studies, translational research projects and funding applications.
- Supervising the overall programme management of the lung team and collaborating programme management of the melanoma team.
- Providing financial oversight and management, and supporting the administration, governance and delivery plans of the programmes.
- Identifying opportunities and mitigating risks to help ensure the success of the lung and melanoma research portfolios.
- Developing the coordination of Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement across both research groups and the wider Division of Cancer Sciences.
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About You
We welcome candidates who bring diverse perspectives, experiences, and approaches to their work.
Essential Criteria
- Master's degree (or equivalent) in a health-related subject, with substantial clinical trials management experience.
- Significant project management experience in an academic, research or clinical environment, including the management of complex multidisciplinary and multi-partner projects.
- Extensive experience of research grant applications, including coordinating large (>£1 million) funding applications and securing research funding from recognised funders.
- In-depth knowledge of clinical research and trial management, with proven experience coordinating clinical trials.
- Strong knowledge of research governance and regulatory requirements, including ethics and regulatory submissions, grant applications, protocols, patient information sheets, case report forms and other clinical trial documentation.
Desirable Criteria
- Knowledge of translational research.
- Previous experience working in cancer research and/or cancer therapeutics.
- Database skills.
- A current ICH GCP certificate.
- A PhD-level qualification.
We value transferable skills and real-world experience as much as formal qualifications.
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Our Benefits
- Generous employer contribution pension
- 29 days annual leave plus bank holidays, along with Christmas closure
- Ride to work and EV car scheme available
For more information, please see University of Manchester Benefits. You can also find information on our Flexible and Hybrid working here.
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Enquiries About The Role, Shortlisting And Interviews
Name: Adrian Davey
Email Address: adrian.davey@manchester.ac.uk
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This role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must demonstrate the right to work in the UK.
Applications close at midnight on the closing date.
Further particulars (with person specification) linked below.
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