Academic Research Manager

1 month ago


Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom Cardiff & Vale University Health Board Full time
Job Description

The successful candidate will lead on specific projects as determined by the Public Health Consultant and Principal lead for the Vaccination portfolio, providing oversight of the team's research portfolio while working with the UHB's R&D team to monitor commercial and non-commercial research projects.

They will sit within the Public Health Team and develop and maintain relationships with colleagues in the Immunisation & Health Protection Operational Team, to ensure the research is topical within the immunisation and health protection sphere.

The post holder will provide an important link between R&D and the local team, providing specialist R&D knowledge and expertise to guide Investigators through the national and local R&D framework.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Research delivery and performance management
  • Leadership and team management
  • Communication and stakeholder engagement
  • Financial management and budgeting
  • People management and development
  • Information resources and data analysis

About Us

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. We are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.

Our mission is Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together, and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. We are focused on the health and care needs of our local population while working with our partners to develop regional services.

Person Specification

The ideal candidate will have:

  • MSc in a relevant field or equivalent experience and training
  • Significant experience of working in a health service/R&D related environment
  • Managerial experience and leadership skills
  • Change management experience and ability to adapt to new situations
  • Training experience and ability to develop others
  • Experience managing a research project and commercial and non-commercial costing templates
  • Knowledge of the requirements of clinical trials during their life cycle from set up to close out
  • Good understanding of medical terminology and randomised clinical trials

What We Offer

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional development and growth. If you are a motivated and experienced professional looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply.



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