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United Kingdom, Manchester 37694.00 - 46049.00 GBP / Year · Job Posted May 16, 2026
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Job Description
We are pleased to invite applications for an experienced Research Project Manager to support Respiratory Medicine research studies at Wythenshawe Hospital. The position is funded by the Northwest Lung Centre Charity for a 12-month period. Academic Respiratory Medicine at the University of Manchester is a large and vibrant community. Our PIs work across airways, infection and inflammation, lung cancer and cough. There are a number of cross cutting themes such as biological timing, exacerbations, pollution, biomarkers and mathematical modelling. Our mission is to deliver world leading translational respiratory research across the lifespan, engaging our community, and enabling us to train the next generation.
Job Responsibility
Ensuring the smooth management of the programmes of research and the production of deliverables and milestones, on time and within budget
Working effectively across complex research organisations
Ensuring timelines for projects are met and instigating change as required
Using specialized knowledge to advise on funding strategy
Taking initiative where necessary
Identifying and breaking down tasks required for a multidisciplinary research group project
Delegating and assigning tasks to others
Requirements
Excellent interpersonal, communication, IT, and organisational skills
Ability to work across multi-disciplinary research projects
Experience within research, preferably in biological or medical sciences
Ability to work with minimal supervision
What we offer
Fantastic market leading Pension scheme
Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
Additional paid closure over the Christmas period
Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers