As Research Programme Manager, you will lead the strategic coordination and delivery of complex, high-value research programmes across multiple departments. This pivotal role demands exceptional project management skills, a strong understanding of research governance, and the ability to engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders. You will ensure that programmes are delivered on time, to scope, and in full compliance with funding and regulatory requirements.
You will need a proven track record in managing complex projects or programmes in a research or academic environment, excellent communication and leadership skills, and a proactive approach to risk management and process improvement. The ability to work across disciplines, balance competing priorities, and drive forward strategic objectives is essential.
Research Programs Manager – Summary of Main DutiesA Research Programs Manager is responsible for overseeing the planning, coordination, and delivery of research projects and programs within an organisation. Key duties include:
Project Management: Leading and managing multiple research projects from initiation to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget.
Strategic Planning: Supporting the development and implementation of research strategies aligned with organisational goals and priorities.
Stakeholder Engagement: Liaising with internal and external stakeholders, including researchers, funders, collaborators, and regulatory bodies, to facilitate effective communication and partnership working.
Financial Oversight: Managing program budgets, monitoring expenditure, and ensuring compliance with funding requirements and financial procedures.
Governance and Compliance: Ensuring research projects adhere to ethical standards, regulatory requirements, and internal policies.
Performance Monitoring: Tracking program outcomes, evaluating progress, and reporting on performance to senior management and funders.
Team Coordination: Supporting or leading teams involved in research delivery, including assigning tasks, mentoring staff, and fostering a collaborative working environment.
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:
University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)
National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals
University College Hospital Grafton Way Building
Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicin e
University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
The Hospital for Tropical Diseases
University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women’s health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology .
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
This vacancy has been advertised in accordance with the new NHS pay rate which will take effect from autumn 2024. Please note if your employment starts before the 24/25 pay scales are implemented you will be paid under the 23/24 pay scales and any backpay will be adjusted accordingly. Further information can be found at https://www.nhsemployers.org/articles/pay-scales-202425
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*

UCLH top trust to work at in England – for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

• In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England – for the second year in a row.

UCLH top trust to work at in England – for the second year running! University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work

Please refer the Job description for details