Programme Manager, Cambridge Reproduction (Fixed Term)

Shape the future of reproduction research at Cambridge. Cambridge Reproduction is a vibrant Interdisciplinary Research Centre (IRC) that brings together more than 300 researchers across the biomedical and physical sciences, technology, social sciences, arts and humanities. We are a friendly, collaborative and inclusive community committed to supporting colleagues at all career stages. Our mission is to respond to compelling challenges and pressing problems in the reproductive arena by maintaining and enhancing the position of Cambridge as a leading global centre for cross-disciplinary research in reproduction. We now seek a highly motivated Programme Manager to coordinate on-going initiatives and to help shape the next stage of our development.

The opportunity

As Programme Manager, you will work closely with the Co-Chairs and Steering Committee to develop and implement a bold research strategy for the IRC. You will build partnerships within and beyond the University, foster cross disciplinary collaborations, and help position Cambridge Reproduction as a leader in research, policy engagement and impact. Through your oversight of the whole network, you will identify opportunities for collaboration, funding and growth, working with the Co-Chairs to prioritise these opportunities and ensuring effort is focused where it makes the greatest difference.

You will play a central role in developing external relationships with funders, policymakers and partner organisations; supporting researchers to develop new projects; and ensuring the effective governance, operations and long term sustainability of the IRC. You will oversee communications, events and networking programmes, as well as developing interdisciplinary training opportunities for early career researchers and coordinating Cambridge Reproduction's research theme framework.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys working with diverse stakeholders, thrives on strategic and creative thinking, and wants to shape a rapidly expanding interdisciplinary initiative with national and international reach.

About you

Your experience may come from higher education, industry or government. What matters most is that you will also have:

• a track record of delivering complex projects to deadlines;
• excellent programme management and organisational skills, including financial management;
• exceptional relationship building and communication skills, including the ability to liaise credibly with academics, funders and policy partners;
• experience in writing compelling funding applications and securing funding;
• confidence in managing multiple projects and competing priorities independently;
• strong writing and oracy skills for varied audiences, including the ability to present complex data and projects clearly in written documents and oral presentations;
• a good first degree, or equivalent qualification, and an understanding of the academic research environment.

Some evening/weekend working for essential events and a willingness to travel within the UK occasionally are required. Knowledge and understanding of reproduction-related research, policy and practice is desirable but not essential.

This position is offered on a full-time basis, although we also welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for part-time working (minimum 28 hours per week).

Informal enquiries about the position can be made to Tracey Flack, pdnhr@pdn.cam.ac.uk.

Fixed Term: the funds for this post are available until 30 September 2027 in the first instance.

How to apply

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To apply for this post, please submit a CV and a covering letter explaining the reasons for your application and how your knowledge, skills and experience match the requirements of the role. The full contact details for two professional referees should be provided, one of whom should be your current line manager. Please note that we will assume that you are happy for us to approach your referees at any stage, unless you indicate otherwise in the space provided on the form.

The closing date for applications is 15 April 2026. Interviews are expected to be held on 29 April 2026.

Please quote reference PM49133 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

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Key information

Department/location

Department of Physiology, Development and Neuroscience

Salary

£42,254-£56,535

Reference

PM49133

Category

Academic-related

Date published

20 March 2026

Closing date

15 April 2026