Research Contracts & Collaborations Coordinator

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Research Contracts Manager to oversee the preparation, negotiation and execution of research contracts across a range of projects, including clinical trials and collaboration agreements.

You will liaise with internal teams and external partners, maintain contract templates, and ensure compliance with data protection and governance requirements to support timely delivery of research aims.

Qualifications

• Experience in negotiating and executing research contracts and agreements.
• Knowledge of data protection and governance requirements (UK GDPR, Caldicott principles).
• Strong communication and coordination skills across internal teams and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate preparation, negotiation and execution of research contracts including clinical trial, collaboration and funding agreements.
• Liaise with internal colleagues and external parties to negotiate obligations and timelines.
• Maintain a library of contract templates and advise on appropriate use.
• Ensure compliance with Data Protection Act, UK GDPR and Caldicott principles for data-driven work.
• Ensure correct contract documents are used, agreed and executed to meet project targets.
• On-site presence required for two of the three contracted working days.

Job description

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Research Contracts Manager to oversee the preparation, negotiation and execution of research contracts across a range of projects, including clinical trials and collaboration agreements.

You will liaise with internal teams and external partners, maintain contract templates, and ensure compliance with data protection and governance requirements to support timely delivery of research aims.