Job Description - Research Operations Manager

Research Operations Manager
£45,000 - £50,000 + Training + Company Benefits
Bingley, West Yorkshire - On-site

Are you a Research Operations Manager, Laboratory Operations Manager or similar with experience managing scientific or research projects, looking for a highly varied leadership role within an established specialist research organisation?

On offer is the opportunity to join an established specialist research and consultancy organisation delivering scientific projects for clients across the UK and internationally. Due to continued growth and increasing project complexity, the business is looking to strengthen its research operations and build a more structured, scalable and resilient department.

In this role, you will manage multiple research projects from protocol development through to final reporting, ensuring deadlines, resources, client expectations and technical standards are met. You will track project progress, identify risks or delays and implement practical solutions to keep work on schedule.

You will also work closely with the Research Director to improve operational processes, project visibility, quality assurance and audit readiness. A key part of the role will involve training and supporting the team across project management, protocol writing, report writing, client communication and research delivery standards.

This role would suit someone with experience in research, laboratory or scientific operations who is confident managing projects, clients, deadlines and quality standards within a busy commercial environment.

The Role

Manage multiple research projects from protocol development through to final reporting
Track deadlines, resources and project risks, putting solutions in place where required
Manage client communication and ensure technical and quality standards are met
Improve operational systems while training and developing the wider research team - Monday to Friday, 8:45am - 5:00pmThe Person

Experience managing research, laboratory or scientific projects or similar
Experience managing clients, deadlines and quality standards
Commutable to Bingley, West YorkshireKeywords: Research Operations Manager, Laboratory Operations Manager, Research Project Manager, R&D Operations Manager, Contract Research, Scientific Research, Laboratory Management, Project Management, Protocol Development, Technical Reporting, Quality Assurance, Audit Readiness, Client Management, Team Leadership

If you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is intended as a guideline. The final package offered will depend on your experience, skills and qualifications.

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