Project Manager

Full-time: 35 hours per week

Fixed-term: Contract available as soon as possible until 30^th June 2028

We will also consider requests for hybrid working (on a non-contractual basis) that combines a mix of remote and regular (weekly) on-campus working. The Usher Institute expects a minimum of 40%* on campus working.

The Centre for Global Health Research at the Usher Institute within The University of Edinburgh is looking for a Project Manager for a Wellcome-funded international multi-partner and multi-disciplinary Consortium project, looking for immunological Correlates of Protection against invasive Salmonella disease.

The Opportunity:

The position is available for a fixed term of 3 years and 3 months, and involves coordination and close collaboration between varied academic and industrial partners from UK, Europe and Africa (Malawi and DR Congo). In addition to its scientific objectives, the consortium will have a particular additional emphasis on training and capacity building This is a position that may entail occasional international travel for short periods for scientific, collaborative or stakeholder meetings. A working understanding of French would be an advantage.

Informal enquiries may be directed to Professor Melita Gordon, AXA Research Professor, mgordon5@ed.ac.uk.

Your skills and attributes for success:

• Post-graduate degree in a relevant discipline e.g. biosciences, epidemiology, vaccinology, immunology, research methods or equivalent experience
• Good level of experience in clinical trial or health research project co-ordination, particularly with international, LMIC or industrial partners
• A strong understanding of financial management and data management procedures
• Excellent analytical, written and oral communication skills
• Proven ability to work independently, and as part of a varied multidisciplinary team

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