"Public Health Research Project Manager"

We are a world class research-intensive university. We deliver teaching and learning of the highest quality. We play a leading role in economic, social and cultural development of the North East of England. Attracting and retaining high-calibre people is fundamental to our continued success.

The Role: We have an exciting opportunity to join the NIHR Research Support Service National Specialist Centre for Public Health as a Public Health Research Project Manager. Our vision is to develop the infrastructure, capacity and capability to support practitioners and researchers to carry out high quality public health research, outside the NHS, to produce robust evidence to improve population health and reduce health and care inequalities.

These are key roles in the NIHR RSS Specialist Centre for Public Health. You will be line managed by one of our Programme Managers and accountable to the Senior Research Manager, Centre Director, and to stakeholders across England. The role requires an understanding of, and experience in, project management and skills and experience which will enable you to deliver key elements of the Centre’s vision.

We are looking for candidates who have significant experience in project management and who excel at building strong working relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders. Experience of public health research would be desirable but is not essential.

To apply, please upload a CV and letter of application which outlines how your skills, experiences and knowledge align with the job description. In person interviews will be held on Thursday 16th October. This position is available until 30th September 2028. We are committed to supporting equality, diversity and inclusion for all staff and students. Applications for part time/flexible working are welcome, as are requests for secondments; please state your desired working arrangements in your application.

For more information and an informal discussion please contact Mac Emmerson, Public Health Programme Manager at mac.emmerson@ncl.ac.uk or Laura Renwick, Public Health Senior Research Manager at laura.renwick2@ncl.ac.uk.