Pre-Clinical Project Manager

Location: Draper Lab, Dorothy Crowfoot Hodgkin Building (DCHB), Sherrington Road, Oxford

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity in the Draper Group in the Department of Paediatrics, for a Project Manager to support pre-clinical malaria vaccine projects.

The Project Manager will be a member of the Draper Group’s Operational team based at the based at the Dorothy Crowfoot Hodgkin Building in central Oxford. The main focus of the role will be to manage the day-to-day activities of pre-clinical malaria vaccine projects. The successful candidate will also support the Senior Programme Managers with a variety of administrative and project management responsibilities related to a research portfolio which includes a number of pre-clinical and clinical projects. The postholder will have a background in biological or medical sciences and administration and will take responsibility for a wide range of processes, sometimes of a highly confidential nature, on behalf of the Senior Programme Managers, interacting with pre-clinical lab teams, clinical teams and commercial partners and funders, locally and internationally. The post holder will provide support in a range of areas, including finance and budget management and scientific administration to ensure that projects are delivered on time and on budget and in line with funder and institutional requirements. 

For More information about the Draper Group please click here.

You will be working in a growing department within the Medical Sciences Division. The Department of Paediatrics is a world leader in child health research and hosts internationally renowned research programmes in drug development, gastroenterology, haematology, HIV, immunology, neuroimaging, neuromuscular diseases and vaccinology.

This position is offered full-time on a fixed-term contract initially 24 months with the possibility to extend provided further external funding is available. 

This role meets the criteria for a UK Skilled Worker visa.

About you

We are looking for a motivated individual with a relevant degree in the area of biomedical science or a similar related field. You will be highly organised, have good interpersonal skills and be able to interact productively and collaboratively with other team members. Proven experience in research project management, good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team are essential. 

Application Process

You will be required to upload a CV and Supporting Statement as part of your online application. Your application will not be processed if you do not include both documents.

The Supporting Statement should include a cover letter and should also clearly describe how you meet each of the selection criteria listed in the job description. Click here for information and advice on writing an effective Supporting Statement.

To discuss the post in more detail, please contact Katherine Skinner, the Head of Translation and Strategic Partnerships using the contact details below.

Only online applications received before 12.00 midday on 9 October 2026 will be considered. Interviews will be held as soon as possible thereafter.

The Department of Paediatrics offers an Interview Expense Reimbursement Policy in its efforts towards equality, diversity and inclusion. Should you be invited to interview, we will share further information about the policy at that stage.

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