This role offers an opportunity to support the delivery of NIHR Global Health Research projects within the Leicester Diabetes Centre. You will work closely with academic leads, the Global Health Centre Manager and international partners to coordinate project activities, monitor progress against milestones and ensure effective communication across the consortium. The position focuses on managing multi partner research groups, supporting reporting requirements and contributing to the administrative, financial and organisational processes that underpin the Global Health theme.
You will help oversee meetings, coordinate annual reports, support financial and contractual processes and contribute to the smooth running of the Global Health team.
About you
You will bring a solid understanding of research or clinical trial processes, supported by strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise work to meet programme deadlines. You will understand research governance and be confident preparing research documentation such as ethics submissions, grant materials or protocols. Your ability to communicate clearly and work effectively with internal and international stakeholders will be central to your success.
You will be an effective team member who can also work independently, demonstrating accuracy, flexibility and attention to detail. You will value inclusivity and collaboration and contribute positively to team development.
Additional information
Informal enquiries are welcome and should be made to Tracy Kumar on [email protected]
Applications for job share will be considered.
As part of the University's ongoing commitment to professional development, this role will also be considered on a seconded basis for existing staff members. Please ensure this is discussed with your line manager prior to applying. More information regarding secondments can be found here
The University of Leicester has been changing the world, and changing people's lives, for 100 years. When you join us, you'll become part of a community of Citizens of Change, which includes not only our staff and our current students but also thousands of Leicester graduates around the world.
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