Job Details

Research programme manager

Kidney Research UK

Overview

Be a part of an energetic and vibrant team who are driven by the desire to improve the lives of people living with kidney disease. Our vision is the day when everyone lives free from kidney disease. 
£33,000 to £37,000 
Per year
Full time, Hybrid
Contracted to our Peterborough office with the flexibility for hybrid working

Key information

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who excels at building strong relationships and enjoys helping shape areas of research. We are expanding our work at the intersection of kidney disease and cancer and need a skilled programme manager to help drive this forward.

About the role

We operate a hybrid, flexible working style and the role is contracted to our Peterborough office. You will also be required to regularly attend external meetings and events.

If you are interested in the position, please complete the online application form and submit together with your CV.

We are committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone and encourage applications from all sections of the community.

Interviews will be held on week commencing 16 February 2026


Requirements

We are looking for a confident, organised professional to coordinate our new Kidneys and Cancer initiative. You will build strong relationships with researchers and clinicians, manage timelines and activities, support workshops and meetings, and help identify opportunities that accelerate progress. You will communicate complex information clearly, enjoy working collaboratively, and bring a proactive, solutions-focused approach. You may also support additional programmes as they develop.