"Research Project Manager"

This is a fixed-term post for upto 13 months (with a possibility of extension to 2030). Ideally 0.9 FTE. Based at the University of Surrey in Guildford, some Hybrid working possible.

The role

We are seeking a pro-active, self-motivated and highly organised team player to provide research project manager support to a friendly team led by academics within the School of Health Sciences at the University of Surrey.

The successful applicant will coordinate a large and complex £5million National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR)-funded national research project focused on improving the wellbeing of the UK healthcare workforce so that they can thrive. With the NHS facing significant staff shortages, this study aims to help healthcare professionals thrive at work, ensuring they can continue delivering excellent patient care.

Based at the University of Surrey, this role involves working with a national team, including a research administrator, academics from multiple UK universities, NHS senior leaders, clinicians, patients, and other key stakeholders committed to workforce wellbeing.

The candidate will be responsible for the smooth running of the project manager elements of this large-scale workforce research partnership project, with support from an experienced wider research team. They will oversee research operations, stakeholder relationships, ethical approvals, governance compliance, and provide financial oversight to ensure effective and timely project delivery, managing reporting, communications, and events while tracking progress and supporting long-term partnerships. They will be part of a vibrant community at the University of Surrey through the Workforce Organisation and Wellbeing (WOW) expert group (https://www.surrey.ac.uk/school-health-sciences/research/workforce-organisation-and-wellbeing) and the Care Under Pressure research (https://workforceresearchsurrey.health/projects-resources/cup2/).

About you

The successful applicant will require a flexible and proactive approach to their work with excellent verbal and written communication skills. The ideal candidate will also have strong problem-solving and leadership skills, with the ability to plan, adapt, think strategically, and influence stakeholders while ensuring continuous improvement and effective project delivery. Good working knowledge of project management software is desirable. The role requires the ability to maintain confidentiality, strong interpersonal skills, use of initiative, and excellent attention to detail. Research project management experience is essential, with University experience preferred.

As a Silver Athena SWAN award holder, Stonewall Diversity Champion and Disability Confident employer, we are committed to supporting equality, diversity and inclusion.

Studies have shown that women and other minoritised groups are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single criteria. In the School of Health Sciences, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you are excited about this role but your experience does not align perfectly with what is stated, we encourage you to contact us to discuss. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Further information about the University and the School of Health Sciences can be found at http://www.surrey.ac.uk/school-health-sciences.

For an informal discussion please contact Professor Cath Taylor, cath.taylor@surrey.ac.uk, or Professor Jill Maben j.maben@surrey.ac.uk

How to apply

Please apply on the University website with a CV and cover letter addressing the essential/desirable criteria.

Interviews:21st January

Further details

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