Project Manager

University of Oxford; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A prestigious university in the United Kingdom is seeking a part-time Project Manager to oversee high-value research projects in their Department of Psychiatry. This role involves strategic leadership, cross-functional team coordination, and communication of complex project details. Candidates should hold a postgraduate degree in biomedical research and possess significant project management experience. The position offers a flexible hybrid work model and extensive benefits, contributing to globally impactful research initiatives.

Benefits

Excellent contributory pension scheme

38 days annual leave

Comprehensive childcare services

Family leave schemes

Cycle loan scheme

Discounted bus travel

Membership to social and sports clubs

Qualifications

• Substantial project management experience in complex, high-value projects.
• Experience managing multi-disciplinary teams.
• Proven ability to manage complex budgets.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and operational management for high-value projects.
• Lead and coordinate cross-functional project teams.
• Communicate complex project information to diverse audiences.

Skills

Project management

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Risk management

Education

Postgraduate degree in biomedical research

Job description

The Department of Psychiatry is based on the Warneford Hospital site in Oxford - a friendly, welcoming place of work with an international reputation for excellence. The Department has a substantial research programme, with major funding from Medical Research Council (MRC), Wellcome Trust and National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) and provides highly rated medical training in psychiatry. The Head of Department is Professor Belinda Lennox. The Project Manager will provide strategic leadership and operational management for the current Oxford Health Biomedical Research Centre and associated high‑value projects, shaping direction, managing risk, and influencing senior decision‑making. They will drive innovation, champion best practice, and ensure lasting impact through high‑quality delivery and strong team performance.

What We Offer

• An excellent contributory pension scheme
• 38 days annual leave
• 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

About the Role

The post is part‑time (60% FTE) and it is funded to 31 March 2028. It is based in the Department of Psychiatry at the Warneford Hospital. The post is available on a flexible hybrid basis, minimum on site working 2 days (Tuesday and Wednesday for scheduled BRC Team Meetings). You will provide overall direction for the complex, high‑value/strategically significant projects, ensuring effective resource planning, task allocation, and successful delivery. You will lead and coordinate cross‑functional project teams, and line manage members of the project team, providing day to day guidance and advice. You will offer expert input into planning and strategy and communicate complex project information to diverse audiences including stakeholders.

You will be educated to postgraduate degree level in a biomedical research subject area and have substantial project management experience in delivering complex, high‑value or multi‑stakeholder projects. With experience in managing complex budgets and ensuring financial compliance you will have the proven ability to lead and influence multi‑disciplinary teams. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills are essential along with a proactive approach to risk management and issue resolution. A formal project management qualification would be desirable as would experience working in a complex academic or research environment.

The University of Oxford is a stimulating work environment, which enjoys an international reputation as a world‑class centre of excellence. Our research plays a key role in tackling many global challenges, from reducing our carbon emissions to developing vaccines during a pandemic.