NDM Experimental Medicine, John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford Programme Manager – Modernising Medical Microbiology (MMM) Unit The Programme Manager will be highly visible and respected, setting both large strategic objectives and managing practical issues across the MMM Unit in collaboration with senior academic and administrative colleagues. In particular, the Programme Manager will have oversight across large programmes run by the Unit, as well as responsibility for one or more specific individual projects. The successful candidate will join a team consisting of another Programme Manager (who has responsibility for the HPRU, and takes a lead on academic training and development), the group’s Lab Manager, and a Project Coordinator, who in particular helps with coordination of PPIEP. Together, this team ensures the smooth running of MMM projects, including the scientific and financial management of the Unit’s activities. The post is crucial to the success of this Unit and requires a person with strong organisational, financial and leadership skills. This is an opportunity to build a new and innovative approach to managing national infectious diseases research and surveillance. Applications from those returning to work after career or other breaks would be welcomed. What We Offer As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees’ well-being and this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including: • Flexible working• An excellent contributory pension scheme• 38 days’ annual leave (including bank holidays)• A comprehensive range of childcare services• Family leave schemes• Cycle loan scheme• Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans The University also runs a large number of social groups and sports clubs for those looking for more than just a great place to work. The post is full time and fixed term to 31st March 2028.