Research Operations Leader | Deliver High-Impact Projects

Impression Recruitment; Bradford (IA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Life insurance

Health Cash Plan

Health & Wellbeing Programme

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Cycle to Work Scheme

Gym Salary Sacrifice Scheme

Financial planning support

Free on-site parking

Company events

Job summary

Impression Recruitment in Bradford is seeking an experienced Research Operations Manager to serve as the operational backbone of a growing R&D function. You will lead the delivery of diverse research projects, improve planning and performance, and supervise teams to ensure high-quality outcomes.

The role requires CRO or scientific research experience, strong leadership, and the ability to drive cross-functional collaboration across laboratory, research and consultancy teams.

Qualifications

• Experience in CRO or scientific research environment.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and clients.
• Strong project management and organisational skills.
• Experience improving operational processes and teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the operational delivery of multiple research projects, ensuring deadlines, budgets and client expectations are achieved.
• Monitor project progress, identifying potential risks and implementing solutions before they impact delivery.
• Develop and improve project planning, tracking systems and operational processes across the research function.
• Support the delivery of short, medium and long-term research programmes, ensuring resources are effectively managed.
• Oversee research protocols, project documentation and reporting to ensure consistency and scientific quality.
• Review technical reports and ensure research outputs meet expectations.
• Work closely with laboratory, research and consultancy teams to ensure seamless project delivery.
• Build strong relationships with clients, providing regular updates and maintaining excellent levels of customer service.
• Drive continuous improvement across research operations, quality assurance and operational performance.
• Mentor, coach and develop team members, improving capability across project management, report writing, client communication and research best practice.
• Support audit readiness, quality systems and compliance across research activities.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Quality assurance

Process improvement

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Job description

Impression Recruitment in Bradford is seeking an experienced Research Operations Manager to serve as the operational backbone of a growing R&D function. You will lead the delivery of diverse research projects, improve planning and performance, and supervise teams to ensure high-quality outcomes.

The role requires CRO or scientific research experience, strong leadership, and the ability to drive cross-functional collaboration across laboratory, research and consultancy teams.