Research Project Manager

NHS; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in York seeks a Research Project Manager for a 12-month project on the ColoCap Trial, assessing colon capsule endoscopy against standard procedures. The ideal candidate will have a degree and familiarity with clinical research regulations, proven project management skills, plus excellent communication abilities. The role involves organizing site training, managing project timelines, and ensuring compliance with governance frameworks while traveling nationally as needed.

Benefits

NHS Pension Scheme

27 days holiday (increasing to 33 days)

Employee Assistance Programme

Learning and development opportunities

Discounts on various services

Qualifications

• Experience in managing research projects successfully.
• Knowledge of research methodology and governance.
• Ability to work independently and as a team player.

Responsibilities

• Manage the ColoCap Trial and oversee site activities.
• Train and open sites for the research project.
• Ensure milestone and recruitment targets are met.

Skills

Organisational skills

Written and oral communication

Project management

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in a related field

Good Clinical Practice training

Tools

Research application systems (IRAS)

Job description

Job Summary

This post is fixed term from 01/04/2026 until 31/03/2027. Please seek permission from your current line manager first if applying for a secondment position.

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust as a 12 month Research Project Manager for the ColoCap Trial.

You will join a national study team across the UK and you will play a key role managing this NIHR funded study at sites in England. This is an opportunity to get involved in an important, ground breaking trial for 12 months, opening new Sites and supporting study delivery at existing ones.

The post holder may additionally be responsible for contributing to the day-to-day management of other research projects, studies and trials at the Trust as required. The Project Manager must therefore be able to provide initial advice, guidance, and support for researchers so candidates must already be familiar with the regulatory environment surrounding research in the NHS.

The right candidate will be highly organised, self-motivated, a strong communicator, proactive and be able to work independently within a team environment.

Line management of other members of the team is required and national travel to support research sites will be necessary.

More Information On ColoCap Available: ColoCap

ColoCap: determining the diagnostic accuracy of colon capsule endoscopy compared with standard colonoscopy in patients at risk of colorectal disease - a study protocol | BMJ Open

Main duties of the job

• Selecting, training, and opening Sites to deliver the ColoCap Trial across England.
• Undertaking in-person Site visits and monitoring study delivery at Sites.
• Managing other staff within the Research Management Team (e.g. Study Data Manager).
• Liaising regularly with Sites to ensure successful study delivery.
• Actively manage project specific activities, ensuring milestones and recruitment targets are met, delivering ColoCap on time and within budget.
• Addressing and recruitment issues and working with the team to overcome these.
• Deputising for the ColoCap Research Programme manager as required.
• To co-ordinate various management, steering group and project-specific team meetings to ensure appropriate progress against objectives is maintained.
• To act as a conduit for the project across the other relevant support departments including, but not limited to, sponsor, finance, funder, pharmacy, laboratory and clinical teams.
• To maintain research databases such as EDGE/CPMS records and assist with the development of research reports.
• To provide support for researchers with all aspects of sponsorship and governance applications and ongoing responsibilities in this regard (such as making amendments, reporting adverse events, identifying and documenting breaches)
• To assist with securing additional funding and investments through different grant schemes, for the service to become self-sustainable.

About Us

This post will be based with the ColoCap Study Management Team at York Hospital. This is a full time position (Monday - Friday) and whilst some remote working may be considered, the successful candidate would be required to be on Site regularly.

To find out more about what it is like to work for our Trust please visit the following link:

https://yorkhospitals.pagetiger.com/hdjgxd

Benefits

We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:

• Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
• 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
• A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
• Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
• NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
• An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
• Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers
• For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.

Details

Date posted: 19 January 2026

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 6

Salary: £38,682 to £46,580 a year pro rata

Contract: Fixed term

Duration: 12 months

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 419-7686113-RPM-MG

Job locations: York Hospital, Wigginton Road, York, YO31 8HE

Job Description

Job responsibilities

A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.

Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.

Interviews are expected to be held in person during the week commencing 16th February 2026.

If you wish to apply for this position as a secondment, please seek permission from your current line manager first.

Working for the Trust

Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.

Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact.

As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.

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We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.

Person Specification

Essential

Education, Qualifications and Training

• Educated to degree level or equivalent qualification and/or experience of working in clinical research.
• Recognised GCP (Good Clinical Practice in clinical trials) training

Experience and Knowledge

• Experience of successfully managing research projects.
• An understanding of Research methodology
• Advanced knowledge and expertise regarding the laws, guidelines and frameworks which govern the set up and conduct of clinical research within the UK (includes, but not limited to: Statutory Instruments; GCP; UK Policy Framework; EU Directive)
• Significant experience of Research Governance and Ethics procedures.
• Experience of using research application systems such as IRAS.
• Experience in conducting monitoring of research projects and ensuring good study conduct.
• Experience of establishing, monitoring, and using databases in research projects.

Desirable

• Relevant experience of managing and supervising research and/or other staff

Skills and Attributes

• Advanced organisational skills and ability to manage multiple projects at various stages of development with various deadlines
• Ability to prepare accessible reports and information for a range of stakeholders.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including giving presentations and training courses.

Aptitude and Personal Qualities

• Ability to work to tight deadlines and manage competing demands.
• Ability to manage a delegated budget.
• Ability to work independently, to problem solve and be self motivated
• Ability to work collaboratively as a team player and liaise with a variety of other personnel.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name: York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address: York Hospital, Wigginton Road, York, YO31 8HE

Employer's website: https://www.yorkhospitals.nhs.uk

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