Research Project Manager

We are seeking a Research Project Manager to help co-ordinate the collection, management and sharing of health-related data for the Cancer Epidemiology Unit (CEU), Nuffield Department of Population Health.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Research Project Manager with relevant experience of administration or project management and excellent organisational skills.

The main responsibilities will include managing the development and enhancement of studies within CEU including the Million Women Study and several large collaborations and the AgeX trial. The role involves coordinating the collection, management and sharing of health-related data across these CEU studies, including managing ethical approvals, HRA applications, and data linkage and data sharing agreements with NHS providers and collaborators. In addition to supporting these major studies, the post holder will contribute to information governance processes, and liaise with NHS, University, and research partners.

You will have a degree in a relevant subject, or equivalent experience, with experience in administration or project management in a health research or academic setting. Experience with HRA applications, NHS R&D processes, data linkage, and research databases is essential, along with strong organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills. Familiarity with epidemiological research, NHS data, and UK data protection regulations (GDPR) would be desirable.

This post is based in Oxford, offered as full-time and fixed term for 3 years.

The closing date for applications is noon on 07 May 2026.

You will be required to upload a CV and a cover letter as part of your online application. The cover letter should clearly describe how you meet each of the selection criteria listed in the job description.

Pay Scale: STANDARD GRADE 7

Salary (£): 39424 - 47779

Contact Person: NDPH Recruitment

Vacancy ID: 185891

NDPH Research Project Manager_JD_April26.pdf (395.1 KB)

Location: Oxford Population Health (Nuffield Department of Population Health, University of Oxford), Old Road Campus, Headington, Oxford, OX3 7LF