Senior Research Programme Manager

We are seeking a full-time Senior Research Programme Manager to join Professor James Kwan’s Physical Acoustics Group at the Department of Engineering Science (Institute of Advanced Technology, Begbroke Science Park). The post is funded by the EPSRC SOUNDCHEM Programme Grant and associated SonoNetZero Open Fellowship. It is a fixed-term position until 30 September 2032.

You will lead the operational management of the SOUNDCHEM research programme and provide coordinated support for the closely aligned SonoNetZero fellowship. You will primarily oversee programme delivery, finances, reporting, governance, meetings, industrial engagement, communications, and future funding activities.

You should possess a degree in a relevant scientific discipline (or equivalent experience), experience of research programme or project management, excellent organisational, communication and financial management skills, and the ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams and external partners.

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Professor James Kwan (email: james.kwan@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 11^th September 2026 can be considered. You will be required to upload a CV, a supporting statement explaining how you meet the selection criteria, and details of two referees.

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

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