Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust

Project Manager - Research

The closing date is 29 April 2026

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Job summary

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an enthusiastic, highly organised Research Project Manager to support the development and implementation of a brand-new Clinical Research Facility (CRF) and a dedicated research MRI scanner, due to open in 2026/27.

This is an exciting and unique opportunity to help shape cutting-edge research infrastructure that will transform patient-focused research across the Trust and strengthen our partnerships with academia and industry.

You will join our established and forward-thinking Research & Innovation Department, which plays a key role in enabling high-quality research for a population of around 200,000 people. Working closely with the Associate Medical Director for Research & Innovation, estates, IT and clinical teams, you will contribute to delivering a facility that supports world-class research and expands opportunities for patients and staff to take part in clinical studies.

Main duties of the job

Lead and coordinate the planning, delivery and operational readiness of a new Clinical Research Facility and research MRI scanner.

Manage project plans, timelines and reporting to ensure the successful implementation of both programmes of work.

Support procurement, installation and commissioning processes for specialist equipment, including MRI systems.

Work closely with estates, digital, radiology and clinical colleagues to ensure infrastructure, workflows and governance requirements are fully in place.

Ensure all activity complies with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), NHS research governance, and regulatory standards.

Coordinate and contribute to the development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for use of the facility and MRI scanner.

Act as a central point of contact for researchers, clinicians, external partners and funders.

Prepare project documentation, progress updates and governance reports for senior leaders and stakeholders.

Support the growth of research activity within the new facility, including commercial research opportunities.

Promote patient and public involvement (PPI) and champion the HDFT charity appeal for additional CRF equipment.

About us

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust (HDFT) cares for the population in Harrogate and the local area, as well as across North Yorkshire, Leeds and parts of the North East.

At HDFT we provide outstanding care to both our patients and our staff and we value Kindness, Integrity, Teamwork and Equality. If you're looking for an interesting and rewarding career in the NHS, where you can make a real difference to patients' lives, HDFT could be the place for you!

We offer colleagues:

  • A supportive culture so colleagues can bring their whole selves to work.
  • Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise achievements with our Making a Difference & Team of the Month Awards, along with annual Colleague Recognition Awards.
  • Employee Support and wellbeing - we offer a wide range of staff benefits including an Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and a fast-track Physiotherapy service.

Please note:

  • Due to high levels of interest, posts may close early if we reach a sufficient number of applications
  • Visa sponsorship is only available for certain roles. Please ensure the role you are interested in meets the criteria for a visa before submitting your application.
  • Please also be aware that the Trustdoes notoffer relocation packages for Agenda for Change roles.
  • All job offers are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.

Details

Date posted

15 April 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

421-CORP-3785C

Job locations

Harrogate District Hospital

Lancaster Park Road

Harrogate

HG2 7SX


Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information about this position please see attached the job description and person specification and for any questions please contact Stephen Jarmuz at stephen.jarmuz1@nhs.net

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information about this position please see attached the job description and person specification and for any questions please contact Stephen Jarmuz at stephen.jarmuz1@nhs.net

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • -Degree in life sciences, healthcare, or related discipline (or equivalent experience).
  • -Project management qualification (Prince2, Agile, etc.) or equivalent experience
  • -Project management training

Desirable

  • -Leadership and management qualification
  • -Service improvement qualification

Experience

Essential

  • -Proven experience in project management within healthcare, research, or academic settings.
  • -Knowledge of NHS structures, clinical research governance, and imaging facilities.
  • -Administrative and financial monitoring experience.

Desirable

  • -Experience of setting up and coordinating new research trials
  • -Experience of change management
  • -Experience with audit and service improvement
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • -Degree in life sciences, healthcare, or related discipline (or equivalent experience).
  • -Project management qualification (Prince2, Agile, etc.) or equivalent experience
  • -Project management training

Desirable

  • -Leadership and management qualification
  • -Service improvement qualification

Experience

Essential

  • -Proven experience in project management within healthcare, research, or academic settings.
  • -Knowledge of NHS structures, clinical research governance, and imaging facilities.
  • -Administrative and financial monitoring experience.

Desirable

  • -Experience of setting up and coordinating new research trials
  • -Experience of change management
  • -Experience with audit and service improvement

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).

Additional information

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Harrogate District Hospital

Lancaster Park Road

Harrogate

HG2 7SX


Employer's website

https://www.hdft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Harrogate District Hospital

Lancaster Park Road

Harrogate

HG2 7SX


Employer's website

https://www.hdft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

General Manager

Stephen Jarmuz

stephen.jarmuz1@nhs.net

Details

Date posted

15 April 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

421-CORP-3785C

Job locations

Harrogate District Hospital

Lancaster Park Road

Harrogate

HG2 7SX


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