Data Manager/IT Support Team Leader

TN United Kingdom; Oxford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical research department at the University of Oxford is seeking a Data Manager/IT Support Team Leader. This full-time, fixed-term position involves managing data systems and leading an IT support team, contributing to strategic IT development. The role requires a relevant degree and substantial experience in data management and IT systems, offering an opportunity to influence data-informed decision-making.

Benefits

Excellent contributory pension scheme

38 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays

Comprehensive range of childcare services

Family leave schemes

Cycle loan scheme

Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans

Membership to social and sports clubs

Qualifications

• Substantial hands-on expertise in data management and IT systems.
• Deep understanding of data governance principles.
• Proven ability to design and maintain research data systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead a small IT support team and manage data systems.
• Drive best practices in data governance and reporting.
• Oversee delivery of high-quality IT support services.

Skills

Data governance

IT systems management

Technical support

Cloud computing

Command-line proficiency

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent experience

Job description

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Client:

University of Oxford

Location:

Oxford, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

23.05.2025

Expiry Date:

07.07.2025

Job Description:

We are seeking

An accomplished and forward-thinking Data Manager/IT Support Team Leader to join the Department of Oncology. This is a pivotal role that combines leadership of a small IT support team with responsibility for managing, securing, and optimising our institutional and research data systems.

You will work closely with academic, research, and administrative stakeholders to design and implement data systems that meet the evolving needs of the Department. Your leadership will drive best practices in data governance, reporting, and infrastructure use—contributing to more effective, data-informed decision-making across the organisation.

Alongside this, you will oversee the delivery of high-quality IT support services, ensuring timely, expert assistance and promoting a culture of continuous improvement and excellent customer service. You will also play an active role in the wider Medical Sciences Division IT community, spending one day per week at the MSD IT office to participate in collaborative projects and service enhancements.

About you

You will have a relevant degree or equivalent experience, combined with substantial hands-on expertise in data management and IT systems within a complex environment. You will bring a deep understanding of data governance principles, along with a proven ability to design and maintain systems for the storage, organisation, and sharing of research data.

Your strong technical skills will include proficiency with command-line interfaces and a confident approach to supporting high-performance and cloud computing environments. You will be comfortable working both independently and collaboratively, offering practical support and advice to colleagues across academic and professional services teams.

You will be a confident communicator with excellent documentation and organisational skills, capable of managing competing priorities to deliver work to a high standard. As a team leader, you will demonstrate a supportive and inclusive leadership style, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.

This is a full-time, fixed-term position for 3 years, offering the opportunity to contribute to strategic IT development in one of Oxford’s leading medical research departments.

What We Offer

• An excellent contributory pension scheme
• 38 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays (pro rata for part-time)
• A comprehensive range of childcare services
• Family leave schemes
• Cycle loan scheme
• Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans
• Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs

Application Process