About the role
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.