Strategic Project Grant Manager – AI Disease Models Hub

University of Cambridge; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Cambridge invites applications for a Project Grant Manager to provide comprehensive operational & financial management for the UKRI National Hub (£25M). Based at the Cambridge Stem Cell Institute, the role ensures delivery of a complex, multi-partner programme and coordinates grant administration, financial monitoring, reporting, governance and compliance.

You will work closely with the Hub Senior Programme Manager, Directors, collaborators and partner organisations, supporting

Qualifications

• First degree or equivalent professional experience with complex project management experience.
• Experience delivering multi-partner research or innovation programmes within timescales and budgets.
• Desirable: recognised project management qualification (e.g., PRINCE2, APM).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the operational delivery of the UK Hub.
• Coordinate the Hub's portfolio of translational research activities.
• Provide high-level project management support to the Hub leadership team.
• Manage the Hub's financial resources.
• Develop & maintain effective relationships with stakeholders.
• Lead governance & reporting activities.
• Support development & implementation of processes to enhance Hub effectiveness.
• Ensure compliance with University policies, UKRI requirements, and regulatory frameworks.

Skills

Project coordination

Budget management

Governance & reporting

Stakeholder management

Strategic collaboration

Education

First degree in a relevant discipline

PRINCE2 Practitioner

APM Project Management Qualification

Job description

The University of Cambridge invites applications for a Project Grant Manager to provide comprehensive operational & financial management for the UKRI National Hub (£25M). Based at the Cambridge Stem Cell Institute, the role ensures delivery of a complex, multi-partner programme and coordinates grant administration, financial monitoring, reporting, governance and compliance.

You will work closely with the Hub Senior Programme Manager, Directors, collaborators and partner organisations, supporting