Job Specifics
Role: Project Officer for Clinical Academic Training; Organisation: College of Medical and Dental Sciences, University of Birmingham
Birmingham, United Kingdom
Position: Support Services, Managerial, Professional
Fixed-Term Contract (until September 2027)
Hours: Full-Time
Pay range: £33,002 to £35,608 (with the possibility of advancement to £39,906)
Date of Post: August 27, 2025
Date of Closing: September 24, 2025
Citation: 103661
In search of a position as a Clinical Academic Training Project Officer in the UK by 2025? For the Integrated Clinical Academic Training (ICAT) Program, the University of Birmingham is looking for an experienced Project Officer. A competitive salary of £33,002 to £35,608 per year, with the possibility of advancement to £39,906, is offered by this Grade 6 full-time, fixed-term contract (until September 2027). Supporting more than 95 physicians and dentists who integrate clinical practice and academic research, the position offers an exciting chance to contribute to one of the biggest academic training programs in the UK. This is a great chance to further your career if you have experience in project management, higher education administration, or healthcare training support.
Description of the Job
The Birmingham Integrated Clinical Academic Training (ICAT) Programme, one of the biggest in the UK, will be greatly aided by the Clinical Academic Training Project Officer. To guarantee the successful implementation of ICAT projects, the position entails project management, administrative supervision, progress monitoring, and stakeholder engagement. In addition to supporting trainees and organising important program events throughout the West Midlands, you will be collaborating closely with NHS and university partners.
Principal Duties
Oversee minor projects or assist with more significant ICAT program activities.
Create project plans, progress reports, and KPI monitoring for committees and boards.
Help manage stakeholders and keep in touch with NHS and university partners in an efficient manner.
Encourage resource and budget management for program operations
Participate in project promotion, presentations, and communications
Assure adherence to the Equality Act 2010’s requirements for equality, diversity, and inclusion.
Examine, assess, and suggest ways to make ICAT projects better over time.
Skills & Qualifications
Crucial:
Level 5 credentials (HND, foundation degree) or comparable work experience
strong project management background, ideally in the healthcare or higher education sectors
Knowledge of project management software, such as Prince 2, and Microsoft Office
Outstanding communication, problem-solving, and organising abilities
Understanding of best practices for inclusion, diversity, and equality
Desired:
Proficiency in academic or clinical training environments
knowledge of the administrative procedures in higher education
Advantages
Pay increases up to £39,906 over the course of the contract
Possibility of participating in one of the biggest clinical academic training programs in the UK
Opportunities for professional growth in project and program management
cooperative setting with university and NHS partners
The University of Birmingham’s inclusive and adaptable workplace culture
How to Use It
Interested candidates should use the University of Birmingham portal to apply online by sending in a CV and cover letter.