Shipp Programme Manager Uk Sponsorship Available

Development
Uk
April 4, 2025
£50 - £61 / year
Full Time
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Job Description

  • Grade: UE08: £49,559 to £60,907 per annum (pro-rata for part-time)
  • Department: CSE/GeoSciences
  • Full-time: 35 hours per week
  • Fixed-term: Until 31st March 2026

The Opportunity:

We are seeking an outstanding candidate to join the Scottish Historic Population Platform (SHiPP) project, funded by the UK’s Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) and part of the Scottish Centre for Administrative Data Research (SCADR). In this role, you will apply your expertise to a groundbreaking project that links large and complex population datasets.

As the project manager for the SHiPP programme, you will coordinate a multi-disciplinary team, oversee the delivery of the project’s outputs, and collaborate with a diverse group of stakeholders, including researchers, government departments, and agencies. You will also deputise for the Programme Lead and represent SHiPP within the University and to external partners.

The team consists of computer scientists, geographers, historians from the Universities of Edinburgh and St Andrews, as well as practitioners and data experts from government agencies like National Records Scotland.

The funding for this project is secure until March 2026, with potential recommissioning for an additional 5 years expected by the end of 2025.

This is a full-time post (35 hours per week), though we are open to part-time and flexible working arrangements. Hybrid working (a mix of remote and on-campus work) is also possible on a non-contractual basis.

Salary:

£49,559 to £60,907 per annum

Your Skills and Experience:

  • Proven project management and organisational skills, with significant experience managing multi-disciplinary projects involving both internal and external partners.
  • Understanding of data protection and legal issues related to the use and access to personal data.
  • Clear and effective communication skills, with the ability to engage and build relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
  • Ability to work effectively in an uncertain environment, managing risks and benefits when addressing challenges.
  • A structured, proactive approach to work, with the ability to multi-task and re-prioritise as necessary.

Application Requirements:

Please submit the following documents with your application:

  • CV
  • Cover letter

As a valued member of our team, you will benefit from:

  • A competitive salary.
  • An exciting, dynamic work environment that is both creative and rewarding.
  • Being part of a diverse and international community.

Comprehensive staff benefits, including generous holiday entitlement, competitive pension schemes, staff discounts, and family-friendly initiatives. For more information, visit our staff benefits page and use the reward calculator to explore the total value of your pay and benefits.

Championing Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion:

The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advancing gender equality in higher education. We are also members of the Race Equality Charter and Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality.

Right to Work:

Before commencing employment, you must provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. For further details, please visit our right to work webpages.

The University is able to sponsor international workers for this role. If you require a Skilled Worker Visa, you must meet the UK Home Office’s English Language requirements and apply for the visa accordingly. Please note that if the role is part-time, sponsorship eligibility may depend on specific factors related to the role or applicant, and may no longer meet the Home Office’s criteria for sponsorship.

Key Dates:

Closing Date for Applications: 24th April 2025 (11:59pm GMT)

Interviews: Will be scheduled shortly after the application deadline.

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