Project Manager

About the role

We are seeking a project manager to play a key role in the Dengue and Zika Immunology and Genomics Multi-Country Network (DeZi Network) Wellcome Trust funded project to support the optimisation and harmonised implementation of arbovirus serological and genomic surveillance across >18 countries in the African and Asian continents. The post holder will be based in the Department of Infectious Diseases Epidemiology (DIDE) at the School of Public Health in the Faculty of Medicine and will be responsible for providing high level project management and directing all administrative efforts to support the successful delivery and implementation of DeZi.

What you would be doing

The post holder will take the lead on tracking progress with partner implementing institutions and supporting all logistics and administrative functions of the project, including the procurement process.

The post holder will also have overall responsibility for the management of contracts with subcontracted partners and will support the PI, co-PIs, and Project Managers in Africa and Asia with the overall budget and financial forecasting of the project. 

What we are looking for

• Experience of administrative and financial work ideally within a higher education/research setting
• Experience of working with complex budgets and contracts
• Experience of project funding processes
• Experience of working with and reporting to international health agencies and funders
• Experience of contributing to scientific reports and managing the publications process
• Experience of organising large international delegation visits, workshops and meetings and coordinating international travel arrangements

What we can offer you

• The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to use science for humanity.
• Benefit from a sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 39 days’ annual leave and generous pension schemes).
• Access to a range of workplace benefits including a flexible working policy from day one, generous family leave packages, on-site leisure facilities and cycle-to-work scheme.
• Interest-free season ticket loan schemes for travel.
• Be part of a diverse, inclusive and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources to support your personal and professional wellbeing.

Further information

This post is a full-time and fixed-term contract until 31^st July 2030 (part-time/flexible working will be considered, and details can be discussed at interview).

If you require any further details about the role, please contact:

Professor Nuno R. Faria – n.faria@imperial.ac.uk.

Available documents

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• download: Project Manager Job Description.pdf
• download: Employee Benefits Booklet.pdf

Please note that job descriptions are not exhaustive, and you may be asked to take on additional duties that align with the key responsibilities mentioned above.

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