Project Manager

Birkbeck University London; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

A UK university is seeking a part-time Project Manager for a four-year research project. The role involves leading project planning, engaging with stakeholders, and managing financial tasks. The position offers a salary between £25,857 and £30,429 annually, with flexible working arrangements in central London.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

31 days paid leave

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Experience in managing research projects.
• Ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and financial management skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate six research work-packages.
• Engage with external stakeholders for project smoothness.
• Handle project coordination and financial tasks.

Skills

Project management

Strategic planning

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Overview

This project is funded by the Wellcome Trust: 'Contragestive Time: Pregnant Uncertainties in Fertility Control'. Birkbeck, University of London, is seeking a Project Manager to join the School of Social Sciences on a four year contract this Autumn. The role is part‑time (17.5 hours a week) with a salary of £25,857 rising to £30,429 per year.

Location: hybrid or remote working, with occasional travel to support meetings at university campuses in Sussex, Bristol and Manchester, and to support public engagement events around the UK.

Responsibilities

• Lead on the planning and coordination of the project’s six research work-packages and the delivery of their outputs.
• Work closely with the Principal Investigator, Lisa Baraitser, and the co‑Investigators based at partner institutions, and engage with external stakeholders to ensure the smooth running of the project.
• Take responsibility for a wide range of strategic planning, project coordination, and financial tasks.

Contract, Salary and Benefits

Fixed-term, over four years (52 months) from January 2026 to April 2030. 0.5 FTE (17.5 hours per week). Actual salary £25,857 rising to £30,429 per annum (pro‑rated £51,713 to £60,858 per annum for 1.0 FTE). Grade 8 on the College’s London Pay Scale, including a consolidated London Weighting Allowance. Benefits include a competitive salary and pension scheme, 31 days paid leave, flexible working arrangements, and being located in central London.

How to Apply and Key Dates

Please submit CV and a statement for consideration. Closing date: Friday 24 October 2025. Interview date: Friday 14 November 2025. For more information, contact the project team at the addresses provided by the recruitment portal, or visit www.bbk.ac.uk/jobs for details.

Enquiries

If you would like to know more about the role, please contact Lisa Baraitser at [e-mail]. If you have difficulty using the recruitment portal, please email [e-mail] with your name and the job reference number. Formal applications must be submitted through the online system.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

We welcome applicants from all sections of the community. The College is committed to improving the gender and cultural diversity of its workforce, holding an Athena SWAN award and operating Disability Confident & Mindful Employer schemes.