Research Manager

University College London Hospitals; London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS trust is seeking a Research Manager to oversee and expand cancer research initiatives. The ideal candidate will lead project management and team collaboration to ensure compliance with ethical and financial standards. This role involves enhancing the oncology research portfolio and managing clinical trials. Join a dynamic team committed to innovation and transformative healthcare advancements.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing research portfolios and teams.
• Strong understanding of ethical and financial regulations in research.
• Proven ability to collaborate across disciplines and departments.

Responsibilities

• Lead management and development of oncology research projects.
• Ensure compliance with research governance and financial regulations.
• Expand clinical trials and partnerships with UCL and UCLH staff.

Skills

Leadership and team management

Collaboration with clinical and academic staff

Understanding of research governance

Project management

Education

Relevant degree in a scientific or medical field

Job description

Are you passionate about advancing oncology research and eager to lead innovative projects? We are seeking a dedicated Research Manager to oversee and expand our cancer research initiatives at University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

The Research Manager will play a vital role in managing, developing, and enhancing our oncology research portfolio. This involves collaboration with clinical, academic, and administrative teams, ensuring compliance with financial, ethical, and regulatory standards, and leading a team of research professionals.

Main duties include:

1. Leading the management and development of the research portfolio and support infrastructure.
2. Collaborating with clinical and academic staff across all research stages.
3. Ensuring adherence to research governance, ethical standards, and financial regulations.
4. Managing a team of Clinical Research Nurses, Data Managers, and Research Administrators.
5. Working with UCL and UCLH staff to expand oncology clinical trials and research activities.

Our Cancer Services, part of the Surgery and Cancer Board, support outpatient, inpatient, and day care services in oncology and hematology. The Cancer Clinical Trials Unit, based at 250 Euston Rd, supports high-quality clinical research in a collaborative environment, ensuring trials meet UK standards and provide patient access to cutting-edge treatments.

About our organization:

UCLH is a leading NHS trust providing specialized acute and research-led services across multiple sites, including the University College Hospital and the Macmillan Cancer Centre. Our mission is to deliver exceptional patient care, education, and research, with a commitment to sustainability and achieving net zero emissions by 2031 (direct) and 2040 (indirect).

If you are driven by innovation and want to make a significant impact in oncology research, we encourage you to join our dynamic team and contribute to transformative healthcare advancements.