About Us

The position is based within the Department of Twin Research and Genetic Epidemiology at King's College London, which is part of the School of Life Course and Population Sciences within the Faculty of Life Sciences and Medicine. The department is dedicated to studying twins and other longitudinal cohorts to elucidate the genetic and environmental determinants of health and disease. Our comprehensive research portfolio includes studies and analyses of genetics, epigenetics, and the influence of environmental factors - such as lifestyle and diet - on complex diseases such as cancer, cardiovascular conditions, diabetes and osteoporosis. Additionally, the department explores the ageing process and the pivotal role of the microbiome in health, making significant contributions to the fields of genetic epidemiology and public health. The department also benefits from strong collaborative partnerships at KCL, and nationally and internationally, enhancing our research impact and reach.

About the role

The Research Programme Manager will play a crucial role in leading the setup and delivery of two high-profile studies funded by the Cancer Grand Challenges. These studies will investigate factors contributing to early onset colorectal cancer and develop and test new risk assessment and prevention methods. The two studies, PROSPECT-TwinsUK (a dietary intervention clinical trial) and PROSPECT-UK (a large-scale online community study), require diligent oversight to ensure their successful execution. The postholder will be based at the Department of Twin Research and Genetic Epidemiology and will work closely with the PROSPECT team at the Department of Nutritional Sciences at King’s College London. In addition to these studies, the role involves supporting the establishment of a broader programme of community health research and bioresource management. The Research Programme Manager will coordinate efforts across multiple projects, foster collaboration among stakeholders, and ensure that all research activities align with strategic objectives. The Research Programme Manager will utilise their expertise to drive the success of these initiatives, enhance research quality, and contribute to the overall impact of the research programme.

This is a full time post (35 Hours per week), and you will be offered an a fixed term contract until 31 October 2027.

About you

To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience:

Essential criteria

1. Master’s degree (life science/biological), or equivalent certification in a related profession (e.g., nursing)
2. Significant experience in research programme management or a related role, along with a proven track record of successful project delivery
3. Operational understanding of various research and data collection methods. Familiarity with ethical standards and regulatory requirements in research
4. Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey complex research findings, progress reports, and updates to stakeholders, team members, and funding bodies
5. Excellent organisational skills – planning, prioritising, meeting deadlines and problem solving, with a keen eye for detail
6. Ability to work to own initiatives while working effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
7. Experience in managing team dynamics and fostering a collaborative work environment
8. Thoroughly computer literate and experienced in the use of Microsoft applications and project or research software

Desirable criteria

1. Programme, project management or management qualification
2. Experience in large online/remote health data research programmes, especially involving remote digital data collection and linkage
3. Experience working with international and industry partners
4. Understanding or experience of biobank resource data access management

Downloading a copy of our Job Description

Full details of the role and the skills, knowledge and experience required can be found in the Job Description document, provided at the bottom of the next page after you click “Apply Now”. This document will provide information of what criteria will be assessed at each stage of the recruitment process.

Further Information

We pride ourselves on being inclusive and welcoming. We embrace diversity and want everyone to feel that they belong and are connected to others in our community.

We are committed to working with our staff and unions on these and other issues, to continue to support our people and to develop a diverse and inclusive culture at King's.

We ask all candidates to submit a copy of their CV, and a supporting statement, detailing how they meet the essential criteria listed in the advert. If we receive a strong field of candidates, we may use the desirable criteria to choose our final shortlist, so please include your evidence against these where possible.

To find out how our managers will review your application, please take a look at our ‘ How we Recruit’ pages.

Interviews are due to be held on week of 30th September.

We are able to offer sponsorship for candidates who do not currently possess the right to work in the UK.

This post is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service and Occupational Health clearances.