Job Summary
Our Innovation agenda is nascent but has grand aspirations. We work within a unique ecosystem on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus, part of the largest centre of life science and medical research in Europe.
Addenbrooke’s is one of the largest single-site hospitals in the country with a mature Epic EHR and plans afoot for new children’s, cancer research and acute hospitals. Our academic partner, Cambridge University, has a global reputation in healthtech, artificial intelligence, engineering, manufacturing and life sciences. And our neighbours on campus include the recently rebuilt Royal Papworth Hospital and AstraZeneca’s global R&D facility, the Discovery Centre.
We are collectively brought together through Cambridge University Healthcare Partners, which has been a driving force for the innovation and life sciences agenda nationally.
We recognise that the Trust’s data represents one of our most potent assets to support innovation, as well as research and quality improvement. But we have yet to fully exploit its potential.
Main duties of the job
Our new Clinical Data Science and Engineering Unit will be the vital engine room for curating, sharing and utilising our data for novel purposes outside of the routine operations of hospital. It will work collaboratively with the Trust’s core digital and data functions, performance and analytics, clinical and operational staff, academics and commercial partners to discover new insights and develop data-driven applications. It will also play a key role in managing the safe, secure and efficient deployment of such solutions – from predictive analytics to medical device-grade decision support tools – in line with policies and processes that it takes the lead in designing.
As Project Manager, you will play a pivotal role in driving forward projects within the unit, working across the Trust and with academic, clinical and, in particular, industry partners to deliver impactful initiatives. You will be responsible for planning, executing, and managing multiple projects, ensuring alignment with the Trust’s transformation goals. This includes overseeing risk management, stakeholder engagement, financial oversight, and quality assurance, while embedding best practices in data governance and project management.
We are looking for a highly motivated, proactive individual with strong project management skills, the ability to navigate complex challenges, a passion for innovation in healthcare and a desire to collaborate with diverse teams across the NHS, academia and industry.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level or equivalent experience
- Evidence of significant continuous professional development
Desirable
- Formal project management qualification (e.g. PRINCE2, AgilePM, PMP) or relevant training
Experience
Essential
- Experience in project management for change management and digital transformation initiatives
- Experience working with Agile project management or other recognised methodologies (e.g. Scrum, Kanban, SaFE)
- Experience in organisational change or continuous improvement
- Experience of managing complex, multi-agency projects in a healthcare setting
- Experience in leading staff performance reviews, objective setting and development planning
- Experience in training, facilitating group development, and delivering staff education
- Proven ability to work autonomously, making rational decisions within defined parameters to achieve objectives
- Experience leading projects with multiple stakeholders, engaging with teams across organisational boundaries
- Strong ability to influence and engage staff at all levels, ensuring project objectives are understood and supported
- Experience in writing reports, project documentation, and business cases
- Evidence of successfully delivering projects within agreed budgets and timescales
- Experience using modern project management tools (e.g. Smartsheets, Asana, Monday.com)
Desirable
- Experience working in health-tech SMEs or digital roles in the NHS
- Experience in budget management and financial tracking
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of IT systems, data management, and data protection regulations (e.g., GDPR, NHS Data Governance)
Desirable
- Understanding of health technology and NHS operations, policies, and governance
- Knowledge of research governance, particularly in data-driven projects
Skills
Essential
- Ability to create clear project plans, prioritise workloads, and manage resources effectively
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience interpreting complex data and statistics
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to write concise reports and present complex information clearly
- Confident presenting to large groups, including senior staff and external stakeholders
- Ability to influence, negotiate with, and motivate senior managers and clinicians
- Strong conflict resolution skills, with the ability to manage challenging discussions effectively
- Confident in facilitating workshops to engage stakeholders and generate enthusiasm for change
- Ability to analyse and interpret national policy and adapt it for local implementation
- Demonstrated ability to operate at a strategic level, influencing change across organisational boundaries
- Ability to make clear, rational decisions, exercising independent professional judgment
Desirable
- Ability to persuade teams to adopt new ways of working and challenge the status quo
Additional Requirements
Essential
- The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of Safe, Kind, Excellent.
- Willingness to be flexible in working practices to meet project needs
- Strong improvement mindset, with the ability to identify inefficiencies, prioritise solutions, and drive process improvements
- Commitment to continuous learning and professional development
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines while maintaining quality
- Ability to build effective relationships at multiple levels, fostering collaboration
- Strong influencing skills, even in situations where there is no direct line management authority
- Understanding of confidentiality principles and sensitivity when dealing with sensitive data
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.
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).
Closing Date: 30 September 2025
