Project Manager - Wansford Commercial Research Delivery Centre (CDRC)
Are you an organised and proactive project coordinatorwith experience in research or consultancy environments? The newly establishedCambridgeshire and Hertfordshire Commercial Research Delivery Centre is seekinga Project Manager to support the delivery of a key research programme under theguidance of a multi-disciplinary Steering Group.
This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute tohigh-impact research while working part-time in a flexible and supportiveenvironment.
Main duties of the job
You will supportthe operational delivery of a research project funded by the NIHR. While youwont be leading the project, youll play a vital role in managing timelines,documentation, communications, and logistics helping to ensure that theproject runs smoothly, meets its objectives and supporting the implementationof activities that will transform commercial research capacity in primary careacross the region, deliveringvalue to all stakeholders.
You will be instrumental in facilitatingcommunication, managing programme documentation.
You will work under the direction of an Executive Board whichwill guide project priorities, decisions, and strategic direction.
About us
Wansford Surgery, just outside Peterborough is the Lead Site in the newly formed Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Commercial Research Delivery Centre (Primary Care), a network of primary care and community providers committed to providing rigorous, high-quality research and evaluation for the National Institute of Healthcare Research. We combine methodological expertise with a sound knowledge and experience of clinical medicine.Across the CRDC, we are accelerating innovation in healthcare through the delivery of high-quality, commercially sponsored research. Partnering with industry leaders, healthcare providers, and academic institutions, were at the forefront of shaping the future of clinical research in the UK and beyond. We have an excellent reputation locally and nationally as a high performing unit reliably delivering studies to time and target.
Job responsibilities
* Programme Administration and Coordination
o Coordinating meetings, workshops, and forums across the CRDC-PC network including the Executive Committee, the Steering Group and the Operational Group
o Maintain comprehensive programme documentation, tracking progress against key milestones, metrics, and deliverables
o Assist with grant management activities including budget monitoring and reporting
o Coordinate and monitor project activities inline with agreed plans and milestones
* Network Support and Communication
o Helpestablish and maintain the Digital Community platform in MS Teams as thecornerstone of network collaboration
o Coordinatetraining programmes and capacity building initiatives across Spokes andDelivery Hubs
o Supportthe development and distribution of standardised resources, templates, and bestpractice materials
o Facilitateknowledge exchange between experienced and developing sites
* Stakeholder Engagement
o Provideadministrative support for Sponsor Access Forums and bilateral meetings withpharmaceutical partners
o Assistwith Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement (PPIE) activities andCommunity Advisory Forum coordination
o Supportliaison activities with NIHR, ICB partners, and other stakeholders
o Helpcoordinate Research Inclusion workshops and community engagement events
* Data Management and Reporting
o Maintainprogramme databases and tracking systems
o Assistwith the development of monitoring and evaluation frameworks
o Supportthe preparation of progress reports for NIHR and other stakeholders
o Helpcollect and analyse data for programme impact assessment
* Quality Assurance and Compliance
o Supportsites with compliance requirements including GDPR, NCVR, and regulatoryframeworks
o Assistwith mock site inspections and quality audits
o Helpmaintain Investigational Medicinal Product management processes andconfidentiality agreements
o Supportthe development of Standard Operating Procedures
Person Specification
Experience
* A degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field (healthcare, project management, administration, or related discipline)
* Strong organisational and administrative skills with attention to detail
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Experience with Microsoft Office suite, particularly Teams, Excel, including for management and analysis of numerical data including KPIs, Canva for production of slides
* Ability to work collaboratively across multiple organisations and stakeholder groups
* Understanding of or willingness to learn about clinical research processes and regulations
* Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently
* Commitment to inclusive working practices and patient-centred approaches
* Graduates will be considered with willingness to engage in training
Knowledge and skills
* Have previous experience in healthcare administration or clinical research coordination
* Are familiar with NHS structures, Primary Care Networks, or Integrated Care Systems
* Have experience with project or programme coordination methodologies
* Understand GDPR, clinical research regulations, and/or pharmaceutical industry processes
* Have experience with digital platforms and learning management systems
* Hold or are willing to obtain Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certification
* Have knowledge of Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement approaches
* Are experienced in organising events, workshops, or training sessions
* Had knowledge of uploading content to website / social media
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.
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