Research Project Manager

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Detailed job description and main responsibilities
• Manage the grant application and submission process adhering to Faculty policies and deadlines. Provide grant writing support, devise budgets, coordinate and submit research grant applications to local, national and international funding bodies.
• Preparation of University/ Christie business cases.
• Proofread and edit manuscripts, book chapters etc. for submission to high impact scientific journals and publishers.
• Produce abstracts and posters for local, national and international conferences.
• Produce annual reports, business plans, and supporting documentation as required for University, funding bodies, ethics, Research and Development (R&D), National Cancer Research Institute (NCRI) etc.
• Prepare and submit ethics and regulatory applications to the relevant bodies, and assist in the development (writing and reviewing) of study documentation namely research protocols, patient information sheets, consent, questionnaires, and CRFs.
• Manage finance accounts related to academic and research led projects; work to ensure maximum value is achieved for the resources available.
• Review financial statements and spending projections on a regular basis in collaboration with the Finance Officer and Research Support Manager.
• Organise and participate in regular research, management and finance meetings (face-to-face, video- or teleconference). Devise the agendas, minute and disseminate appropriately.
• Assist in the coordination, planning and development of funding strategies and provide guidance for researchers on appropriate funding streams for their research.
• Support postgraduate research students to initiate and undertake projects and adhere to deadlines.
• Establish and maintain research databases.
• Manage the implementation of research projects, coordinate and implement changes to the project plans as required, ensuring they keep to specific timelines and can deliver on objectives.
• Develop effective working relationships across complex research organisations both internally and externally (Biomedical Research Centre (BRC), University, NHS, MAHSC, industry and funding bodies) to deliver projects and facilitate research.
• Demonstrate a strong personal presence with negotiation and diplomacy skills in the management of projects, in partnership with the Principal Investigator.
• Liaise with colleagues via internal and/or external networks, and also with patients/ public to ensure effective management of grant applications.
• Act as the first point of contact for all new project enquiries. Provide detailed and timely responses to all enquiries.
• Liaise with University of Manchester and NHS Trusts to secure sponsorship of research projects.
• Ensure appropriate ethical and other regulatory approvals are in place before research commences and that all enquires, amendments and progress reports are dealt with in a timely manner.
• Maintain and develop a working knowledge of current legislation regarding participation in research, including research and clinical governance and data protection. Attending mandatory and specialist training (e.g. ICH GCP) in accordance with local policy and research governance.
• Work efficiently, professionally and in a flexible manner.
• To meet objectives within pre-determined timescales.
• Strict adherence to protocols and Institute policies.
• Effective communications to be maintained with staff at all levels.
• To comply with Health & Safety requirements, including having an awareness of personal responsibilities to maintain a safe working environment.
• To contribute to The Christie NHS Trust's and University's agenda for social responsibility, including sustainability.
• To maintain confidentiality of information in line with NHS and data protection requirements within the University and The Christie NHS Trust.
• Familiarise themselves with the University's and The Christie NHS Trust's Equality and Diversity policies and to actively support these wherever possible.
• Be a team player.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

• Educated to degree level (or equivalent) in a scientific discipline

Desirable criteria

• Post graduate qualification
• Clinical research or project management qualification

Experience

Essential criteria

• Relevant experience in scientific/medical research
• Demonstrable Research Project Management experience
• Grant writing
• Ethics submissions
• Experience working with other staff at all levels
• Experience of co-ordinating and managing clinical trials

Desirable criteria

• Previous experience of working within the NHS Trust and/or University
• 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
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work to strict deadlines
• Ability to work to tight and unexpected deadlines
• Proven collaborative and diplomatic skills
• Ability to troubleshoot effectively
• Use of MS Office IT packages
• Self-motivated
• Results orientated
• Attention to detail
• Report writing
• Analysing, interpreting and presenting 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

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.

By applying for this post you are agreeing to The Christie NHS Foundation Trust transferring the information contained in this application to its preferred applicant management system. If you are offered a job information will also be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Records system. Please note, all communication regarding your application will be made via email, please ensure you check your junk/spam folders as emails are sometimes filtered there.

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 & Person Specification (PDF, 139.6KB)
• The Christie Values and Behaviours (PDF, 919.5KB)
• Strategy Brochure (PDF, 1.0MB)
• Travel to The Christie (PDF, 3.8MB)