Operations Manager

We are a world class research-intensive university. We deliver teaching and learning of the highest quality. We play a leading role in economic, social and cultural development of the North East of England. Attracting and retaining high-calibre people is fundamental to our continued success.

The Role
We have an exciting opportunity to join the NIHR Newcastle Biomedical Research Centre (BRC) as Operations Manager. Our vision is to is to transform lives through world-leading research in ageing and multiple long-term conditions.

The NIHR Newcastle BRC is a major funding award from the NIHR to the Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust delivered in partnership with the Faculty of Medical Sciences at Newcastle University and Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust. As one of 20 BRCs in England the NIHR Newcastle BRC is dedicated to translating scientific discoveries in ageing and multiple long-term conditions into meaningful benefits for patients, the public and the healthcare system.

As part of NIHR Newcastle BRC core theme the post will provide operational management and oversight and report to the NIHR Newcastle BRC Chief Operating Officer and upwards to the NIHR Newcastle BRC Director.

You will have excellent operational and project management skills with a track record of successful delivery with multiple partners. You will be comfortable building and maintaining relationships with a range of stakeholders and experience of working at strategic level with multiple partners. A background in Higher Education or research is not essential. We are interested in your transferrable skills, experience in delivering operational excellence and how you would support the delivery of this important award.

We are committed to building and maintaining a fair and inclusive working environment. The position is available immediately and is offered on a part-time basis (0.5 FTE).

Informal enquiries are welcomed. To discuss this role further, please contact the Chief Operating Officer of the NIHR Newcastle BRC Martin Dixon via e-mail martin.dixon@newcastle.ac.uk.

This role is fixed-term until September 2027.

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