Dorothy Crowfoot Hodgkin Building, Biochemistry Department, South Parks Road, Oxford, OX1 3QU
Pay Scale: STANDARD GRADE 6
Salary (£) : £34,982 - £40,855, salary inclusive of a pensionable Oxford University Weighting of £1,500 per year (pro rata for part time appointments)
Location: Department of Biochemistry, South Parks Road, Oxford
Contract type: Fixed Term
Hours: Part-time
About the role
The Higgins group is seeking a project manager to join a research project funded by the Gates Foundation, in which we will produce and test malaria vaccine immunogens designed through rational structure-guided approaches.
This part-time fixed-term post is funded by the Gates Foundation for up to 2 years in the first instance.
The actual starting salary offered will be based on qualifications and relevant skills acquired and will also be determined by the funding available.
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.
About you
The post-holder will work closely with the research scientists leading this program to provide administrative support and project management. In conjugation with the research team, they will oversee coordination with international partners, including transfer of samples and drafting of project plans. They will oversee safety documentation, protocols and archives and the establishment of correct agreements with partners. They will contribute to the drafting of reports for funders and to financial management.
This provides an exciting opportunity to join a vibrant team and to play a central role in malaria vaccine development, while developing skills in project and facility management.
Share information on what the ideal candidates look like including the qualifications, skills and experience required for the role.
Application Process
Applications for this vacancy are to be made online via www. recruit.ox.ac.uk and Vacancy ID 177861. You will be required to upload your curriculum vitae and a supporting statement, setting out how you meet the selection criteria for the post, using examples of your skills and experience. As part of your application, you will be asked to provide details of two referees and indicate whether we can contact them now.
For further details, please refer to the How to apply section of the job description. Any further enquires may be directed to [email protected].
The closing date for applications is 12.00 noon on Monday 3rd March 2025. Only applications received before this time can be considered. interviews for shortlisted candidates to be held as soon as possible thereafter.
Committed to equality and valuing diversity
Contact Person : HR Team Vacancy ID : 177861 Contact Phone : Closing Date & Time : 03-Mar-2025 12:00 Pay Scale : STANDARD GRADE 6 Contact Email : [email protected] Salary (£) : £34,982 - £40,855 per annum