PPIE Lead and Coordinator

University of Oxford - Experimental Medicine, Nuffield Department of Clinical Medicine (NDM)

Location:	Oxford
Salary:	£39,424 to £47,779 p.a
Hours:	Part Time
Contract Type:	Fixed-Term/Contract
Placed On:	9th April 2026
Closes:	23rd April 2026
Job Ref:	185919

Peter Medawar Building for Pathogen Research, South Parks Road, Oxford, OX1 3SY

About the Role

The University of Oxford is seeking a motivated PPIE Lead and Coordinator to support an exciting research programme focused on improving blood and transplant safety through genomics.

You will lead the development and delivery of patient and public involvement and engagement (PPIE) activities, working closely with researchers, patients, donors, and community groups. This role involves organising engagement events, supporting research teams with PPIE strategy, and building strong relationships with diverse stakeholders.

We are looking for someone with experience in PPIE, communications, or stakeholder engagement, who is passionate about inclusive research and can communicate effectively with a wide range of audiences. To Join a collaborative, impactful programme and help shape research that benefits patients and the public.

About the Nuffield Department of Clinical Medicine

The Nuffield Department of Clinical Medicine (NDM) is one of the largest departments of the University of Oxford and is part of the Medical Sciences Division, with responsibility for a significant part of the teaching of clinical students within the Medical School.

What We Offer

• Flexible working
• An excellent contributory pension scheme
• 38 days’ annual leave (including bank holidays)
• A comprehensive range of childcare services
• Family leave schemes
• Cycle loan scheme
• Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans

About You

The post holder will be Educated to PhD level in a relevant research or social science field, or have relevant experience (e.g. PPIE, communications, project or stakeholder management, or research).

With excellent and effective communication skills and an awareness of the importance of equality, diversity and inclusivity in PPIE activities. The post holder will be an effective team player who is able to assume responsibility for individual projects, managing projects from planning to successful completion, along with experience of the evaluation of the impact of activities and analysis of the data produced.

The post is part time (30 hours per week) and fixed term until 31st March 2027

Application process

Applications for this vacancy are to be made online. You will be required to upload a supporting statement and CV as part of your online application. The supporting statement should clearly describe how you meet each of the selection criteria listed in the job description.

Only applications received before 12:00 midday on Thursday 23/04/2026 will be considered.