Research programme manager

Job Summary

Research programme manager to coordinate the new Kidneys and Cancer initiative, building relationships with researchers and clinicians, managing timelines and activities, supporting workshops and meetings, and identifying opportunities that accelerate progress. The role is based in Peterborough with hybrid working flexibility and requires regular attendance at external meetings and events.

• Coordinate the Kidneys and Cancer initiative.
• Build strong relationships with researchers and clinicians.
• Manage timelines and activities.
• Support workshops and meetings.
• Help identify opportunities that accelerate progress.

Contract type:
Permanent

Hours:

Full time, 37.5 hours per week
Salary: £33,000 – £37,000 depending on experience

Location:

Peterborough office – hybrid working flexible hours around core 9.30 – 4.30

• Location – City centre office with excellent transport links.
• Flexible working – flexible hours around core 9.30 – 4.30.
• Annual leave – 25 days plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with service.
• Pension – 6% charity contribution, 2% employee contribution.
• Parental leave – full compliance with legislation.
• Sick pay – escalating from 2 weeks full pay to 8 weeks with service.
• Death in service – four times salary coverage to age 65 or state pensionable age.
• Employee assistance programme – confidential support line.
• Bike loan scheme – interest‑free loan for bicycle purchase.
• Cycle2
  
  Work scheme – salary sacrifice scheme for bicycle purchase.
• Eye care – coverage for eye tests and glasses for computer work.
• Learning and development – webinars, training courses, and events.
• Private medical insurance – optional with dental and optical cover.
• Discount portal – free access to discounts for staff.
• Interest free loan – up to £1,000, 12‑month repayment.

The position is open to applicants with a confident, organised professional profile. Qualified candidates will demonstrate proactive, solutions‑focused approaches and effective communication skills.

We are committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone and encourage applications from all sections of the community.

Closing date:
Wednesday 4 February 2026