Digital Project Manager

University of Oxford - Bodleian Digital Library Systems and Services (BDLSS)

Placed On: 2nd April 2026
Closes: 29th April 2026
Job Ref: 185306

Contract type: Fixed-term for 3 years

About the role

Bodleian Digital Library Systems and Services (BDLSS) delivers digital services supporting research, teaching and global access to the University’s collections. In this role, you will manage a varied portfolio of digital research and service development projects that contribute to the Bodleian Libraries’ strategic programme and the University’s digital transformation. Projects may include academic-led research, digital platforms, and service improvements using bespoke, open-source or third-party systems.

You will lead projects through the full lifecycle, ensuring delivery to agreed time, budget and quality standards. Working in a matrix environment, you will task-manage multidisciplinary teams and collaborate with academics and stakeholders across the University.

You will apply appropriate project management methodologies, manage risks and resources, and communicate progress clearly to stakeholders and project boards. You will also support stakeholder engagement and contribute to sharing project outcomes.

This is a full-time, fixed-term post for 3 years. This role supports remote working for 2-3 days per week.

About You

You will have proven experience delivering complex projects on time and within budget, ideally in a technical or academic environment. You will be confident managing application development projects and working with technical teams to deliver effective solutions.

You will have excellent communication skills and the ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders. You will be highly organised, able to manage competing priorities, and bring strong problem-solving and negotiation skills.

You will have experience managing budgets and resources, and a collaborative approach to leading multidisciplinary teams. Experience of Agile methods, Prince2 or similar qualifications, and knowledge of digital research or library environments would be advantageous.

What We Offer

As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees’ wellbeing and this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including:

• An excellent contributory pension scheme
• 38 days of annual leave
• A comprehensive range of childcare services
• Family leave schemes
• Cycle loan scheme
• Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans

More information is available at https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/staff-benefits

How to apply

You will be required to upload your CV and a supporting statement as part of your online application. Your supporting statement should list each of the essential and desirable selection criteria, as listed in the job description, and explain how you meet each one. CVs alone will not be considered.

We aim to provide a supportive working environment and are happy to discuss training and professional development opportunities. The Chair of this recruitment panel will be Andrew Bonnie, Chief of Digital Operations, who can be contacted with enquiries relating to the role (andrew.bonnie@bodleian.ox.ac.uk). General queries about the recruitment and application process should be directed to the GLAM Recruitment team (recruitment@glam.ox.ac.uk).

Only applications received online by 12.00 midday (BST) on Wednesday 29 April 2026 can be considered. Interviews are expected to take place on Tuesday 12 May.