Strategic Projects Lead, Research Office

CamWebDir; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Cambridge is seeking an experienced Research Office Projects Manager to lead a portfolio of strategic projects from scoping through delivery. You will coordinate teams, resources and risks to ensure on-time implementation, while aligning with the Transforming Research Support Programme and wider organisational change.

You will work with senior leaders and cross‑functional teams, translating plans into tangible results in a dynamic research environment.

Qualifications

• Significant project management experience.
• Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Able to manage competing priorities and navigate complexity.
• Pragmatic, curious and collaborative with strong judgement.

Responsibilities

• Lead a varied portfolio of strategic projects from scoping and planning through to delivery and implementation.
• Coordinate people and resources, manage risks and dependencies, and keep delivery on track.
• Work with the Transforming Research Support Programme to align projects with wider organisational change.
• Communicate with senior leaders and subject matter experts to drive projects forward.

Job description

University of Cambridge is seeking an experienced Research Office Projects Manager to lead a portfolio of strategic projects from scoping through delivery. You will coordinate teams, resources and risks to ensure on-time implementation, while aligning with the Transforming Research Support Programme and wider organisational change.

You will work with senior leaders and cross‑functional teams, translating plans into tangible results in a dynamic research environment.