Technology Project Manager (3 posts)

Ulster University; Belfast; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Ulster University is seeking a Technology Project Manager for the Peace Plus Health Frontiers, with roles focusing on MedTech, AI in Healthcare, and Clinical Integration. The position involves managing project themes, engaging with stakeholders, and contributing to a world-class innovation ecosystem aimed at solving global issues. An ideal candidate will have a Master's degree and extensive experience in relevant fields.

Benefits

Flexible working

Family friendly working environment

Commitment to gender equality initiatives

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent level in Engineering, Computing or relevant business-related area.
• Substantial experience in project themes including MedTech, AI in Healthcare or Clinical Integration.
• Experience in managing projects in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage a research and innovation theme portfolio at the Peace Plus Health Frontiers.
• Conduct project reviews, stakeholder engagement, and project monitoring.
• Liaise with funders and partners to ensure successful project delivery.

Skills

Business development

Stakeholder engagement

Project initiation and monitoring

Education

Master’s degree in Engineering, Computing or Business-related area

Job description

Job Title: Technology Project Manager for the Peace Plus Health Frontiers – Technology Innovation Centre (HF-TIC) - 3 posts

Department/School: School of Engineering

Campus: Belfast campus

Salary: £48,148 - £57,455 per annum

Duration: Fixed-term until 28th June 2029

Closing Date: 6th July 2025

Reference Number: 036366

- ABOUT US -

We are a university with a national and international reputation for excellence, innovation and regional engagement, making a major contribution to the economic, social and cultural development of Northern Ireland.

Our core business activities are teaching and learning, widening access to education, research and innovation and technology and knowledge transfer.

- THE ROLE -

The post holder will manage a research and innovation theme portfolio at the new Peace Plus Health Frontiers – Technology Innovation Centre led by Ulster University. These themes are listed below and there will be 3 Grade 8 posts appointed where candidates will be expected to have expertise in one of the following areas:

- MedTech Regulatory Systems

- Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare

- Clinical Integration (academic, industry and clinical interface)

The duties will include managing project reviews, relevant stakeholder engagement and board allocations, projects monitoring (KPI), funder and partner liaison. This role is a fantastic opportunity for any candidate who wants to play a key role in a world class innovation ecosystem developing products to solve globally impactful issues faced by humanity.

Led by Ulster University, which has a 40+ yr track record in health technology innovation, HF-TIC builds upon a 20-yr partnership, strengthened by the INTERREG VA Eastern Corridor Medical Engineering Centre (ECME).

We may create a 12-month waiting list for same or similar roles within the Department / Faculty. The University reserves the right to extend the waiting list across the University if required for certain posts.

- ABOUT YOU -

The postholder will be required to have:

- Master’s degree or equivalent level in Engineering, Computing or relevant Business-related area.

- Substantial business development / engineering engagement / stakeholder engagement experience with clear evidence of successful delivery against the relevant project themes in at least one of the following areas - MedTech Regulatory Systems; Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare; and/or Clinical Integration (academic, industry and clinical interface).

- Experience of initiating and monitoring projects, operating in a fast-paced environment, working to tight deadlines and closing projects.

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Athena Swan Statement

The School of Engineering holds a Silver Athena SWAN Award in recognition of our commitment to advancing Gender equality. You can read more about what this means on our University website. The University has a range of initiatives to support a family friendly working environment, including flexible working.

The University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community, particularly from those with disabilities. Appointment will be made on merit.