Project Manager

Job title:

Project Manager

Company:

University of York

Job description

DepartmentThe at the University of York is ranked 20th in the world and 5th in the UK in the QS rankings. We are based in both the King’s Manor in the heart of the historic city of York and at Heslington West campus. Our vibrant community consists of over 100 staff and over 600 students, with growing international representation. We carry out international, impact-oriented and interdisciplinary teaching and research of the highest quality through our strong network of partnerships. The student experience is of paramount importance to the Department and we maintain a high level of student satisfaction. Equality, diversity and inclusion are at our core and we promote a collegial environment in which staff and students feel supported and valued. We are proud of our Athena Swan Bronze Award and strive to provide a working environment which allows all staff and students to contribute fully, flourish, and excel.RoleWe are seeking an experienced project manager, embedded within University of York’s BioArCh facility (Heslington West Campus), to help establish a national service for biomolecular archaeology (BIOARC-HS). You will help manage the first stage of the project which involves expanding our facilities and automating workflows to meet the demands of the UK heritage science community. The essence of the project is to translate cutting-edge research in biomolecular archaeology into an accessible service for museums, fieldwork units and other heritage practitioners.The successful applicant will oversee delivery of the project, engaging with our academic, technical and administrative aspects as appropriate. You will also liaise with our project partners to understand their requirements. You will be expected to take an active role in the expansion of our current infrastructure through the purchase of equipment, overseeing the construction of new laboratory spaces, and improving our sample and data tracking systems by implementing a new laboratory management system. You will work closely with the Director of BioArCh and assist the Department of Archaeology’s Technical Team Manager to help manage and ensure successful delivery of the project.

Skills, Experience & Qualification needed

• Experience of managing and delivering infrastructure based projects
• Knowledge of sample tracking and data management systems
• Knowledge of the broad subject area (archaeological/environmental sciences or molecular biology or analytical chemistry)
• Level
• Ability to work collaboratively with others
• Ability to gather, analyse, interpret and report complex data/information
• Actively champions respect, inclusivity, equality and diversity

Interview date: TBCFor informal enquiries: Please contact Oliver Craig ( ) or Richard Hagan ( )The University strives to be diverse and inclusive – a place where we can ALL be ourselves.We particularly encourage applications from people who identify as Black, Asian or from a Minority Ethnic background, who are underrepresented at the University.We offer family friendly, flexible working arrangements, with forums and inclusive facilities to support our staff.

Expected salary

£44263 – 54395 per year

Location

York

Job date

Sun, 04 Aug 2024 05:22:16 GMT

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