Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an experienced and motivated Project Manager to join its professional healthcare research and development team in Liverpool. This is an outstanding opportunity for an organised and driven individual to contribute to meaningful clinical projects within one of the UK’s leading NHS Foundation Trusts.
The successful candidate will demonstrate proven experience in the management or coordination of clinical studies, ensuring that all work meets the highest ethical and regulatory standards. Excellent communication, presentation, training, and interpersonal skills are essential, as the position involves working closely with multidisciplinary teams and key stakeholders.
Essential: Applicants must be graduates with an Honours Degree or possess equivalent knowledge, preferably within a science or clinical discipline. Candidates with strong analytical and project-management abilities will be particularly well suited to this role.
A Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) is available for suitably qualified candidates who meet the eligibility criteria to work in the United Kingdom.
Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust offers a supportive environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a lasting impact on clinical research and patient outcomes.
Qualified professionals who are eager to advance their careers in healthcare project management are encouraged to apply for the Project Manager position at Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Liverpool.
Position: Project Manager
Salary: £38,682 – £46,580 per year
Job Type: Full Time
Location: Liverpool
Job summary
The Clinical Eye Research Centre within Ophthalmology at the Liverpool Foundation Trust is a purpose built unit facilitating Clinical Trials and studies in all aspects of Eye Research. The unit undertakes and delivers clinical trials/studies in patients and healthy volunteers for commercial, non-commercial and sub contract studies.This is an exciting opportunity to those with research background/knowledge to play a key role in a team working at the heart of ophthalmic research in the Liverpool City Region.
Main duties of the job
- The successful candidate will have strong communication skills, be adaptable to a fast-paced and evolving environment, and bring a proactive, solutions-focused attitude to their work.
- The post holder will co-ordinate research trials/studies under the leadership and direction of the Principal Investigator and/or Matron and Business Manager.
- The post holder will liaise with researchers, sponsors, data teams, university representatives, as well as Principal investigators, research staff and the General Manager for ophthalmology.
- Responsibilities include direct responsibility for the day to day registration and effective management of all non-commercial and grant based research projects through the Clinical Eye Research Centre, the role will also include responsibility for the assessment of research costings, and the provision of advice to Trust researchers on the set up and processing of research projects. Being part of a Business team acting as point of contact for the sponsor thereby ensuring that expectations are met while identifying and mitigating risks.
- The Post Holder will be responsible for the long-term study projects, ensuring the accuracy and quality of regulatory data. The Post holder will be responsible for managing these projects with support as needed from the Business Team members and the Chief Investigator/Principle Investigators.
- The post holder will deputise for the Business Manager in their absence.
About us
Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust comprises Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital & Royal Liverpool University Hospital.
We are part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group, formed on 1 Nov 2024 from the coming together of LUHFT and Liverpool Women’s NHS Foundation Trust. The Group was born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide our patients.
UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues dedicated to caring for our communities – from birth and beyond.
For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, we are their local NHS. We provide general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services for more than two million people in the North West.
Aintree University Hospital is the single receiving site for adult major trauma patients in Cheshire and Merseyside and hosts a number of regional services including an award-winning stroke facility. Broadgreen Hospital is home to elective surgical, diagnostic and treatment services, together with specialist patient rehabilitation. Liverpool Women’s Hospital specialises in the health of women and babies, delivering over 7,200 babies in the UK’s largest single site maternity hospital each year. The Royal Liverpool University Hospital is the largest hospital in the country to provide inpatients with 100% single bedrooms and focuses on complex planned care and specialist services.
For roles at Liverpool Women’s, visit their careers page.
Job Responsibilities
- With mentorship from the Business Team, lead and facilitate the large studies/projects to time and target.
- Complete all feasibilities and expression of interest forms covering all research PI’s.
- Ensure effective cross-functional teamwork among study team members including both internal and external ancillary services.
- Manage and track project resource needs and contribute to contingency planning for key resources.
- Create required plans utilising appropriate planning software. Implement and monitor progress against project plans and revise as necessary.
- Monitor schedule and scope to ensure both remain on track. Implement and follow pre-approved procedures for any deviations.Oversee/complete accurate and timely Ethics/R&D Submissions in conjunction with the Lead Nurse/PI.
- Serve as client/sponsor/internal stakeholders as part of the clinical eye research centre business team for assigned studies.
- Contribute to effective teamwork among project team members. Contribute to improvements to enhance the efficiency and the quality of the work performed on assigned projects.
Person Specifications
Qualifications
Essential
- Graduate with Hons Degree/equivalent knowledge , preferably in a science or clinical area
- Relevant clinical research experience in a pharmaceutical company/CRO including study management and/or project management experience
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience in managing or coordination of clinical studies
- Experience in effective use of Microsoft Office package including Microsoft Project or other planning software
Desirable
- Experience of liaison with staff at all levels in the NHS, Universities and Industry
- Leadership/management experience
- Experience of being a client/sponsors primary point of contact
- Experience in Phase I Clinical Trials
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of the principles & practice of clinical research and/or clinical trials
- Knowledge of ethical and quality standards applicable to clinical trials, including EU Directive ICH/GCP requirements
- Demonstrate knowledge of NHS Research Governance
- Understanding of the drug development process
- Ability to understand and work with financial information
- Working knowledge of study/trial management processes
Skills
Essential
- Good communication, presentational, training and interpersonal skills
- Ability to use a personal computer
- Skills in administration & research management
- Ability to meet tight deadlines and cope in a highly demanding environment
- Ability to work independently and prioritise/own workload and to communicate effectively with all members of the multidisciplinary team
- Ability to liaise with clients/sponsors in a professional manner
- Good planning and organization skills
Desirable
- Skills in handling and management of computerised data
- Skills required to evaluate and assist in developing new protocols
- Skills in the analysis and interpretation of data
Other
Essential
- Meticulous attention to detail and a high standard of accuracy
- Flexible approach to working hours
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Application Process
VISIT THE NHS WEBSITE TO APPLY
Application Deadline
November 12th, 2025