At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead exciting projects in health sciences and collaborate with diverse teams.
- Company: Join the University of Edinburgh, a vibrant and inclusive community.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, generous leave, and flexible work options.
- Other info: Part-time role with opportunities for job share and career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in healthcare while developing your project management skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in project management and a passion for health sciences.
The predicted salary is between 48822 - 48822 £ per year.
Grade UE07: £41,064 - £48,822 per annum, pro rata
School of Population Health Sciences / Usher Institute / Centre for Medical Informatics
Part-time: up to 17.5 hours per week
Fixed-term: 36 months (available from August 2026)
The Opportunity
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Project Manager to join the team at the Usher Institute, Centre for Medical Informatics. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive operational, financial, and strategic project management for the CarePath-COPD NIHR RPSC funded study.
- Coordinate complex work packages across a multidisciplinary network comprising academic researchers, social care practitioners, local authorities, third‑sector partners, and individuals with lived experience.
- Ensure the study meets its milestones and complies with Department of Health and Social Care financial regulations.
- Maintain strict adherence to ethical, legal, and data governance standards.
This post is part time (up to 17.5 hours per week) but may consider job share with 0.5FTE in total hours.
Benefits
- A competitive salary.
- An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding workplace.
- Being part of a diverse and vibrant international community.
- Comprehensive staff benefits, including generous annual leave entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme, a wide range of staff discounts, family‑friendly initiatives, and flexible work options.
Championing equality, diversity, and inclusion
The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter, and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality.
Prior to any employment commencing with the University, you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. On this occasion the University will not consider applicants requiring sponsorship for this role. International workers will therefore only be able to take up this role if they can demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.
Key dates to note
The closing date for applications is 20th July 2026. Unless stated otherwise, the closing time for applications is 11:59 pm (UK time). If you are applying from outside the UK, the closing time shown on our adverts will automatically adjust to your local time zone.
Project Manager employer: The University of Edinburgh
The University of Edinburgh is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where innovation meets inclusivity. With a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, employees are encouraged to grow professionally while contributing to cutting-edge research in cyber-security. Located in Glasgow, the university fosters a vibrant community that values diversity and promotes equal opportunities for all staff members.
Contact Details:
The University of Edinburgh Recruitment Team
