Research Operations Manager

3 weeks ago


Nottingham, Nottingham, United Kingdom University of Nottingham Full time

The purpose of this role is to develop, maintain and coordinate high-quality administration of the day-to-day running of the Biomedical Research Centre grant to ensure effective and efficient conduct. You will work closely with the Chief Investigators, Co-Investigators, researchers and colleagues within the Nottingham NIHR Biomedical Research Centre Surgery, Trauma, Musculoskeletal Ageing and Recovery (BRC MSK) Theme to ensure successful completion of the research.

Candidates should have excellent IT skills including database management and good written and verbal communication skills with the ability to respond independently to complex queries and demonstrate planning and organisational skills.

More information about the Nottingham BRC MSK theme can be found on our website.

This role is available on a full-time hours per week) fixed-term basis for 3 years. Applications are also welcome from candidates wishing to work part-time (minimum 29 hours per week). Please specify in your application if you wish to work part-time and the number of preferred hours. Arrangements for job share would be considered.

Requests for secondment from internal candidates may be considered on the basis that prior agreement has been sought from both your current line manager and the manager of your substantive post, if you are already undertaking a secondment role.

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Dr Suzanne Miller by email Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

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£33,966 to £45,585 per annum (pro-rata if applicable) depending on skills and experience. Salary progression beyond this scale is subject to performance.



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