Overview
We are looking for a programme manager for an exciting multi-funder, multi-site, research project led from the University of Cambridge. This is a fixed term position which will run until 31 January 2028 in the first instance, with a likelihood of follow up funding. Offered full time but we are willing to discuss options for those able to work more than 3 days per week.
Responsibilities
* Assume overall responsibility for managing this large collaborative project, liaising with the lead Investigator, the Executive Committee, the Research Operations Office, the co-investigators and institutional leads in participating institutions, and the funder (NIHR).
* Based in the Department of Psychiatry, Clinical School in the University of Cambridge and report to the group lead, Prof. Graham Murray.
* Support the Mental Health Mission, a multi-million-pound investment in psychiatry research infrastructure, including the governance and delivery of the national platform for research in early psychosis.
* Facilitate interdisciplinary collaboration between data, clinical and biomedical science experts, with patients and public involvement at the centre of platform development.
* Contribute to establishing a national registry and recruitment of individuals with early psychosis, with clinical and biomarker information and processes to recontact for future research studies.
* Promote future collaborations between clinicians, academics and industry with PPIE to improve the UK landscape for psychosis research and treatment options and outcomes.
* Potential to take on additional studies in Prof Murray's research group, including VOLABIOS, EPICare, and ARIADNE (in collaboration with the University of Oxford) regarding diagnosis of people at clinical high risk for psychosis.
Context and funding
The Mental Health Mission is a national research initiative; this role is part of the Mental Health Mission for Psychosis with multiple partners and a tight timeline for delivery.
Location and reporting
Based in the Department of Psychiatry, Clinical School, University of Cambridge. The role reports to the group lead, Prof. Graham Murray.
Eligibility to apply and terms
Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available until 31 January 2028 in the first instance.
How to apply
Click the Apply button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online. Upload a covering letter and a CV in the Upload section of the online application. The covering letter should outline how you match the criteria for the post and why you are applying for this role. If you upload any additional documents which have not been requested, we will not be able to consider these as part of your application. Include details of your referees, including email address and phone number, one of which must be your most recent line manager.
Dates to note
Closing date for applications: 7 June 2026. Interview date: 15 June 2026 (In Person).
Reference
Please quote reference RN49785 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
Equality and eligibility
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society. The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
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