Project Manager - UOD2086

Univeristy of Dundee; Dundee; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in Dundee is seeking a Project Manager to lead health informatics projects. The role involves managing multiple projects with a focus on healthcare research, fostering stakeholder relationships, and ensuring adherence to quality standards. The successful candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, supported by additional benefits such as extensive annual leave and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

42 days annual leave

Work-Life Balance policies

Professional development opportunities

Inclusive workplace support networks

Qualifications

• Experience in managing health informatics projects.
• Ability to lead diverse teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong communication skills to maintain stakeholder relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the delivery of health informatics projects.
• Ensure projects adhere to governance, security, and quality standards.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across projects.
• Support the transition of new systems into operational use.

Skills

Project leadership skills

Strong stakeholder management

Organizational skills

Problem anticipation and planning

Job description

Job Overview

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We are recruiting for a Project Manager within the Health Informatics Centre. This is a fixed‑term appointment for 2 years in the first instance. You will be part of a small, supportive team of dedicated people who care about what they do and why they do it. You will have autonomy and purpose in your role, able and expected to let your project leadership skills and experience shine.

This role involves managing multiple projects of various sizes and durations at any given time, all connected by their healthcare research aims and context. You will regularly lead or work with partner organisations on projects at a national and potentially international scale. It is a fantastic opportunity for a project manager who is comfortable with ambiguity and does not mind the challenge of complex, high‑stake projects – because real change happens here.

Based in Ninewells Hospital, one of Europe’s largest teaching hospitals, the School of Medicine provides outstanding medical education and training supported by world‑class research facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the delivery of health informatics projects.
• Ensure all projects adhere to defined governance, security and quality standards.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with stakeholders in and across projects.
• Support the transition of new systems or services into operational use.

Candidate Profile

• Organised and able to motivate others toward a shared objective.
• Anticipates challenges and plans for them ahead of time.
• Cares about the work and is thoughtful of what others need to do their job well.
• Recognises when and how to lean on others for support.

Contact Information

For further information about this position please contact Richard Walls at [e-mail]. To find out more about the Health Informatics Centre please visit www.dundee.ac.uk/hic.

Benefits & Development

At the University we offer a range of personal and professional development courses and training opportunities. You will enjoy 42 days annual leave per year and are supported by a variety of Work‑Life Balance policies. The staff support networks for BME, Disabled and LGBT staff, membership of Athena SWAN, the ECU Race Charter and Stonewall, as well as a full range of disability services create an inclusive and supportive workplace.