Senior Research Programme Manager (EPIONE)

Location: Old Road Campus Research Building, Headington, Oxford, OX3 7DQ

We are seeking a full-time experienced Senior Research Programme Manager to join the team at the Institute of Biomedical Engineering within the Department of Engineering Science at the University of Oxford. The post is fixed-term to until 30 Sept 2031.

About The Role

The EPIONE Senior Research Programme Manager will be responsible for a six-year EPSRC-funded initiative focused on developing new engineering technologies for chronic pain. They will oversee the successful running of the EPIONE programme, managing day-to-day operations and providing strategic oversight to support the programme’s development. This includes full responsibility for operational aspects such as administration, finance, and practical support, working within the support structures of the Institute of Biomedical Engineering and the Department of Engineering Science.

The scientific focus of the project applies state of the art neurotechnology to chronic pain. This is a major challenge as up to 1 in 5 people suffer from debilitating chronic pain in the population, often associated with conditions such as cancer, arthritis and stroke. The programme brings together multiple research teams working across Oxford, Cambridge, UCL and Glasgow universities who are united to try and develop a new generation of treatments, working on complex projects with a central focus on brain stimulation and modulation systems for chronic pain sufferers. This includes both implantable brain-machine systems and non-invasive brain stimulation technologies.

About You

You should be educated to Degree level, or have equivalent experience with evidence of strong intellectual, numerical and analytical skills. You should have strong academic capabilities, proven leadership and financial management experience in complex organisations, and the ability to engage with technical and scientific material. You must be highly organised, an excellent communicator, and skilled in strategic planning, negotiation, and multitasking under pressure. Proficiency in IT and committee servicing is essential, while experience in scientific or biotech environments, regulatory affairs, and event or grant administration is desirable.

Given the multiple responsibilities associated with this role, you must be able to manage your time and prioritise tasks independently.

What We Offer

Your happiness and wellbeing at work matters to us, so we offer a range of family friendly and financial benefits including:

• An excellent contributory pension scheme
• 38 days annual leave
• A comprehensive range of childcare services
• Family leave schemes
• Cycle loan scheme
• Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs
• Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans

The University also runs an enormous number of social groups and sports clubs for those looking for more than just a great place to work.

Application Process

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Katherine Baysan (email: katherine.baysan@eng.ox.ac.uk).

For more information about working at the Department, see www.eng.ox.ac.uk/about/work-with-us/.

Only online applications received before midday on 5 September 2025 can be considered. You will be required to upload a covering letter/supporting statement, (describing how past experience fit with the advertised position), CV and the details of two referees as part of your online application.

The Department holds an Athena Swan Bronze award, highlighting its commitment to promoting women in Science, Engineering and Technology.

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