Research Project Manager (Research Fellow)

Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join the PRIME-IF research team at University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, working collaboratively with academic and third sector partners. PRIME-IF is a 30-month National Institute for Health and Care Research for Patient Benefit (NIHR RfPB) funded project developing and evaluating a personalised rehabilitation intervention for people living with intestinal failure receiving home parenteral support. The post holder will play a central role in leading the co-adaptation, evaluation, and refinement of the intervention.The role will involve leading the day-to-day delivery of the PRIME-IF research study, including regulatory approval applications, intervention co-development, participant recruitment, outcomes assessment (quantitative evaluation), semi-structured interviews (qualitative evaluation), data management, and study coordination. The post holder will work closely with PPIE co-leads and patient groups, contribute to Study Management Group meetings, and establish links with national support organisations and charities. Closing Date: Please be advised that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested. Secondment will be considered for internal candidates - If you are successful after interview, you must obtain approval from your current line manager to accept the offer. Main duties of the job Lead and manage the successful implementation of the PRIME-IF project against agreed project plans, to time and within constraints. Lead project delivery, allocating tasks as appropriate, identifying risks, issues and dependencies, considering best practice and current options, and making recommendations in the best interest of the project. Produce and maintain the formal documentation required throughout the project lifecycle including policies and procedures, and detailed project plan(s). Manage project performance in respect of delivery of key project milestones/deliverables, by establishing formal reporting arrangements. Lead an intervention co-development work package and the delivery of a pilot randomised controlled trial. Liaise closely with partners and stakeholders to provide progress and financial reports and forecasts, in compliance with REC and NIHR reporting requirements. About us University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK. We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do. Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare. We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk) By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team. The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values. Details Date posted 05 October 2026 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum Contract Fixed term Duration 30 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 218-AC-B7-8311528 Job locations University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire Clifford Bridge Road Coventry CV2 2DX United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities Contribute to strategic planning, identifying interdependencies across projects/functions, potential impacts on wider organisation, and resource requirements. Develop and maintain strong communications links with key stakeholders, including project management groups, conveying complex issues and negotiating desired outcomes. Work flexibly as a member of the R&D management team to ensure the delivery of a high-quality service, leading and managing R&D policy and service developments as required, as dictated by local and national governance frameworks. Operate effectively in a political, demanding, and sensitive environment and proactively engage with NHS staff, clinicians and internal and external contractors. Deputise for the Chief Investigator/Head of R&D as required. Participate in in local/regional and national implementation forums to ensure dissemination of best practice. Supervise, mentor and line manage junior staff in equivalent disciplines as required. For further details of the role please see the attached job description. Job description Job responsibilities Contribute to strategic planning, identifying interdependencies across projects/functions, potential impacts on wider organisation, and resource requirements. Develop and maintain strong communications links with key stakeholders, including project management groups, conveying complex issues and negotiating desired outcomes. Work flexibly as a member of the R&D management team to ensure the delivery of a high-quality service, leading and managing R&D policy and service developments as required, as dictated by local and national governance frameworks. Operate effectively in a political, demanding, and sensitive environment and proactively engage with NHS staff, clinicians and internal and external contractors. Deputise for the Chief Investigator/Head of R&D as required. Participate in in local/regional and national implementation forums to ensure dissemination of best practice. Supervise, mentor and line manage junior staff in equivalent disciplines as required. For further details of the role please see the attached job description. Person Specification Qualifications Essential oEducated to MSc or equivalent level, or experience of working at a senior level in research projects in an NHS Trust. Desirable oEvidence of continuing professional development. oEducated to PhD or equivalent level, or experience of working at a senior level in research projects in an NHS Trust. Experience Essential oProven successful delivery of projects. oExperience of project management in an NHS R&D environment. oExperience of identifying, avoiding and managing risks and putting in place appropriate contingencies within this environment. oExperience of developing and maintaining partnerships with other organisations, within and outside the NHS. oExperience of policy or service development and leading and implementation change. Desirable oExperience of identifying and interpreting National policy. oExperience of NHS procurement processes. Knowledge Essential oConfident user of Microsoft Office, and project management software. oKnowledge of financial processes. Desirable oUnderstanding of current issues relating to the NHS. Skills Essential oUsed to working in a busy environment. oExcellent organisational and time management skills to meet critical deadlines. oAble to prioritise own work effectively and be able to direct activities of others. oExcellent communication and presentation skills. oAble to provide and receive highly complex, sensitive or contentious information, and present complex and sensitive information. oAble to work to tight and often changing timescales. oAble to analyse complex facts and situations, analyse options and develop creative solutions. oAble to anticipate and resolve problems before they arise. oDemonstrated capability to plan over short, medium and long-term timeframes and adjust plans and resource requirements accordingly. oAble to relate to communicate with and influence staff at all levels in the organisation. oAble to travel between sites. oAble to supervise, mentor, manage and lead junior staff in accompanying roles Desirable oStrong analytical skills, literacy and numeracy Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours Essential oMust be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's values. (As detailed in UHCW's Values in Action document below) oApplicants applying for job roles with managerial responsibility will be required to demonstrate evidence of promoting equal opportunities through work experience Person Specification Qualifications Essential oEducated to MSc or equivalent level, or experience of working at a senior level in research projects in an NHS Trust. Desirable oEvidence of continuing professional development. oEducated to PhD or equivalent level, or experience of working at a senior level in research projects in an NHS Trust. Experience Essential oProven successful delivery of projects. oExperience of project management in an NHS R&D environment. oExperience of identifying, avoiding and managing risks and putting in place appropriate contingencies within this environment. oExperience of developing and maintaining partnerships with other organisations, within and outside the NHS. oExperience of policy or service development and leading and implementation change. Desirable oExperience of identifying and interpreting National policy. oExperience of NHS procurement processes. Knowledge Essential oConfident user of Microsoft Office, and project management software. oKnowledge of financial processes. Desirable oUnderstanding of current issues relating to the NHS. Skills Essential oUsed to working in a busy environment. oExcellent organisational and time management skills to meet critical deadlines. oAble to prioritise own work effectively and be able to direct activities of others. oExcellent communication and presentation skills. oAble to provide and receive highly complex, sensitive or contentious information, and present complex and sensitive information. oAble to work to tight and often changing timescales. oAble to analyse complex facts and situations, analyse options and develop creative solutions. oAble to anticipate and resolve problems before they arise. oDemonstrated capability to plan over short, medium and long-term timeframes and adjust plans and resource requirements accordingly. oAble to relate to communicate with and influence staff at all levels in the organisation. oAble to travel between sites. oAble to supervise, mentor, manage and lead junior staff in accompanying roles Desirable oStrong analytical skills, literacy and numeracy Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours Essential oMust be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's values. (As detailed in UHCW's Values in Action document below) oApplicants applying for job roles with managerial responsibility will be required to demonstrate evidence of promoting equal opportunities through work experience Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab) . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab) . Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab) . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab) .