ATTC Project Manager

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Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Project Management

• Input to the development of project scoping from an early stage, with key partners and governing boards
• Prepare and submit project plans, with clear deliverables, milestones and targets and ensure all approvals have been gained prior to research commencing
• Establish, manage, and coordinate relevant local and national ATMP working groups, including a clinical advisory group and scoping and feasibility group to drive expertise across the ATMP field and ensure relevant discussions feed in and out of the ATTC programme as appropriate. The post holder will also manage a scoping and feasibility group, allowing industry to discuss upcoming trials with relevant stakeholders and provide support to a Pan UK Forum for Clinical Trial Acceleration.
• Assist in the writing and evaluation of project documentation and adjust as required/if targets are not met, in line with partner requirements
• Develop and implement suitable action plans and tracking tools to monitor progress/challenges for all aspects of the project
• Take responsibility for data collection, security, integrity, confidentiality and monitoring against deliverables and milestones, as part of the on-going management of a variety of projects
• Demonstrate good planning and organisational skills across a broad range of activities
• Develop and manage the risk management strategy and monitoring tools with partners
• Raise any areas of concern, risks, or issues to the Programme Manager
• Maintain and update project databases
• Conduct research activity within the research governance framework
• Attend mandatory and specialist training in accordance with local policy and research governance
• Represent the iMATCH Programme Manager at other working groups and provide support to them as appropriate.

Finance/Budget Management

• Identify potential future funding opportunities which add value to current iMATCH project aims and deliverables
• Assist in oversight of the project budget, ensuring finances are well managed throughout the project duration
• Deputise and assist with day-to-day project budget management duties, including administering, monitoring, and reporting on the budget as stipulated by the funder, also acting as budget holder for projects
• Develop and maintain excellent working relationship with The Christie NHS Foundation Trust finance department and University Research Finance/Support/Contracts teams to provide supporting information for iMATCH projects and to troubleshoot any issues that arise

Communications

• Represent iMATCH/the ATTC network at regional or Pan UK forums or working groups in relation to programme/project activities
• Serve as a main point of contact for associated research teams and study investigators, external funding bodies, pharmaceutical companies etc, as applicable
• Lead and support iMATCH internal and external communication so that collaborations and outputs are maximised
• Liaise with a wide range of academic, clinical, managerial, and administrative staff throughout the Trust, and other academic, healthcare and industry partners/stakeholders across iMATCH, on a local and national basis
• Communicate persuasively to project boards and staff on project requirements, negotiate with and motivate partners on project delivery, including linking with other initiatives
• Arrange project meetings, prepare agendas, take minutes, and distribute as appropriate, following up any action points; and feedback on progress / challenges
• Communicate sensitive information about performance and change, make routine/complex formal presentations to large groups
• Draft abstracts and posters for local, national and international conferences
• Prepare and submit reports for governing /funding bodies as required
• Analyse research results, produce summary reports and present complex findings to team / project meetings
• Support drafting, proofread and edit manuscripts before submission to scientific journals. Coordinate the process from submission to publication
• Organise external collaborative and training meetings: invite speakers, book venue, liaise with organisers and attendees, advertise event
• Support iMATCH internal and external communication so that collaborations and outputs are maximised
• Where appropriate link with the Manchester Cancer Research Centre (MCRC) and the Manchester Academic Health Science Centre (MAHSC)
• Contribute to ATTC project web site content, if required.
• Work flexibly to attend meetings and events

Other

• Able to exercise analytical and critical thinking - assimilating complex facts or situations, requiring interpretation and comparison of a range of options to meet project standards
• Contribute to the development of systems and infrastructure, business development activities and financial management
• Assist, support and supervise relevant members of the iMATCH Project management team and complete any other tasks in line with the team's overall objectives/deliverables.

Training and Personal Development

• Maintain professional development whilst evaluating own specialist knowledge through a process of appraisal and personal development planning to satisfy the NHS Knowledge and Skills Framework requirements relating to the job
• Participate in Trust-wide education programmes and study days, regional and national meetings, and research seminars as appropriate
• Acquire and maintain a working knowledge of key research areas
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external partners.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

• Educated to degree level (or equivalent) in a scientific discipline or equivalent
• Willingness to undertake additional training for the role as required

Desirable criteria

• Post graduate qualification
• Clinical research or project management qualification

Experience

Essential criteria

• Relevant experience in NHS or University/scientific/medical research
• Demonstrable research Project Management experience
• Experience working with other staff at all levels
• Experience of the clinical trial process

Desirable criteria

• Previous experience of working within the NHS Trust and/or University research environments
• Experience working with funding bodies

Skills

Essential criteria

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal with the ability to communicate at all levels
• Able to work autonomously and collaboratively
• Excellent organisational and project management skills
• Able to manage multiple projects and work to strict deadlines
• Able to work to tight and unexpected deadlines
• Proven collaborative and diplomatic skills
• Able to troubleshoot effectively
• Use MS Office IT packages and keyboard skills
• Self-motivated
• Results orientated
• Attention to detail
• Report writing
• Able to analyse, interpret, and present data clearly

Desirable criteria

• Use of bibliographic software (e.g., EndNote)
• Able to understand the principles of research proposals covering a wide range of subject areas
• Use of research funding systems
• Experience preparing manuscripts for publication

Knowledge

Essential criteria

• Data Protection Act and confidentiality
• Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and knowledge of R&D regulations and Research Governance

Desirable criteria

• Understanding of the financial issues governing clinical research in the UK
• Understanding of cancer and cancer research
• Related clinical/medical terminology
• Knowledge of research funding systems

Values

Essential criteria

• Able to demonstrate the organisation's values and behaviours

Other

Essential criteria

• Flexible
• Conscientious and hardworking

Desirable criteria

• Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD)
• Evidence of achievement under pressure

The closing date for this post may be extended if there are insufficient applicants or brought forward if there is a high volume of applicants.

We want to ensure that everyone who works at the Christie or uses our services is welcomed, valued and treated with dignity and respect. The Christie values diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for all and fair representation across the organisation at all levels. In support of these commitments, we particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and other ethnic minority people and people with disabilities for this post. Appointment will be only on merit.

We are committed to creating a balanced and diverse workforce. As such we welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. Together we will foster inclusion and tackle inequity and health inequalities in cancer care.

As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy

All positions within the Christie are subject to the receipt of satisfactory written references, medical clearance and evidence of your Right to Work in the UK. Some roles will require a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. Please note if you are successfully appointed to a post with this Trust, you will be required to pay for your own DBS Disclosure.

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If you have not heard from us within four weeks of the closing date, I regret that on this occasion your application will have been unsuccessful.

The Inter-Authority Transfer (IAT) process is a critical and beneficial component of ESR and will form part of the recruitment process. In the event that you are successful following interview your previous NHS employment data, if applicable will be transferred from your current / most recent employer.

Overseas candidates wishing to apply for this position and who would require immigration sponsorship, may wish to self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship for the post on the UKVI website.

You should be aware the Trust operates a No Smoking Policy and therefore employees are not permitted to smoke at work.

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Documents to download

• Job Description and Person Specification (PDF, 213.3KB)
• The Christie Values and Behaviours (PDF, 919.5KB)
• Strategy Brochure (PDF, 1.0MB)
• Trust Membership - Christie Talent (PDF, 23.0KB)
• Travel to The Christie (PDF, 3.8MB)