Research Project Manager

time, fixed term position for 12 months. The University of Oxford is a stimulating work environment, which enjoys an international reputation as a world-class centre of excellence. Our research plays a key role in tackling many global challenges, from reducing our carbon emissions to developing vaccines during a pandemic.   The Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences (NDORMS) is part of the Medical Sciences Division and is the largest European academic department in its field, running a globally competitive programme of research and teaching. Botnar Institute for Musculoskeletal Sciences enables and encourages research and education into the causes of musculoskeletal disease and their treatment. The Institute provides world-class facilities for scientists in the field of musculoskeletal research.   What We Offer   As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees’ wellbeing and this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including:    •               An excellent contributory pension scheme  •               38 days annual leave  •               A comprehensive range of childcare services  •               Family leave schemes  •               Cycle loan scheme  •               Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans  •               Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs    About the Role We have an exciting opportunity for a Research Project Manager to join the Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences (NDORMS) at the University of Oxford. The post holder will manage two James Lind Alliance Priority Setting Partnerships (JLA PSPs): Hip and Knee Replacement for Osteoarthritis; and Bone and Joint Infection. The post holder will work closely with the PSP Leads, Steering Groups and JLA Advisors, ensuring all work is conducted in accordance with JLA protocols. As Research Project Manager, you will independently scope, plan, and manage the execution of detailed project plans to ensure delivery of key outcomes within agreed timelines and University standards and lead the project team, providing overall direction, assigning responsibilities, and ensuring sufficient resourcing to meet project objectives. You will monitor project milestones and overall progress, identifying risks, scope changes, or issues, and implementing corrective actions as required. You will also conduct post-project reviews to evaluate impact, document lessons learned and make recommendations for future improvements About You The successful candidate will be educated to degree level (or equivalent experience). Proven healthcare project management experience through the full lifecycle, along with demonstrable experience of budget monitoring and financial management is essential. Previous experience of James Lind Alliance Priority Setting Partnerships and experience of orthopaedic research projects are desirable. Application Process   The University of Oxford is committed to equality and valuing diversity. All applicants will be judged on merit, according to the selection criteria.  Applications for this vacancy should be made online and must include a CV and a supporting statement explaining how you meet the selection criteria, using examples of your skills and experience.  Interviews will take place during the week commencing 14 September and will be face to face/online.   Please quote reference 188404 in all correspondence.