Senior Clinical Trials Programme Manager

Professor Simon Draper leads a vaccine development programme, with a strong focus on malaria, antibody immunology and clinical trials. The Draper Group clinical team, led by Dr Angela Minassian, is based at the Centre for Clinical Vaccinology and Tropical Medicine (CCVTM), Churchill Hospital, and is fully integrated with the laboratory research team based at the Department of Biochemistry. This role will mainly be based at the CCVTM, however there will be some liaison required at the Department of Biochemistry, South Parks Road, Oxford. The group's current website is here: https://draperlab.web.ox.ac.uk.
This role will be responsible for the management of a portfolio of Clinical Trials of Investigational Medicinal Products (CTIMPs) in the UK and Africa as well as Controlled Human Malaria Infection (CHMI) studies and will in addition undertake line management responsibilities. In partnership with the Clinical Lead, the post-holder contributes to the overall management of the malaria clinical research programme, through the application of specialist and technical knowledge to ensure that research and strategic objectives are met and regulatory and ethical standards, and wider University polices are adhered to. This is a key role within the Group's senior management team, and requires interactive working with a number of senior investigators and University Professional Services personnel.
This full-time fixed-term post is funded by the UKRI for up to 2 years in the first instance.

The successful applicant will hold a degree in Medical or Life Sciences and have extensive experience in clinical trials management. You will have the ability to demonstrate leadership of large and complex clinical projects and have up to date knowledge of clinical trials management of investigational medicinal products and associated regulatory and governance requirements for UK trials. Excellent scientific writing skills are expected, and you will be a team player who is comfortable working interactively with colleagues at all levels. Experience of line management and staff development is essential, together with having the ability to manage your time effectively to prioritise a demanding workload with competing deadlines. Advanced IT skills are expected particularly the use of Microsoft Office applications.

Centre for Clinical Vaccinology and Tropical Medicine, Churchill Hospital, Headington, Oxford
Pay Scale: STANDARD GRADE 8
Salary (£): £47,085 - £55,895, with a discretionary range to £60,921 per annum.
Location: Centre for Clinical Vaccinology and Tropical Medicine, Churchill Hospital, Headington, Oxford
Contract type: Fixed Term Contract for up to 2 years in the first instance
Hours: Full Time (37.5 hours per week), however we would consider a suitably qualified candidate who wishes to work 3 days per week minimum. Hybrid working options can be considered, The actual starting salary offered will be based on qualifications and relevant skills acquired and will also be determined by the funding available. Whilst the role is a grade 8 position, we would be willing to consider candidates with potential but less experience who are seeking a development opportunity, for which an initial appointment would be at grade 7 (£37,524 - £45,763 p.a.) with the responsibilities adjusted accordingly. This would be discussed with applicants at interview/appointment where appropriate.
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 amount of social groups and sports clubs for those looking for more than just a great place to work.