Interim Operational Manager

When you work for the University of Central Lancashire, you’ll be part of a thriving community of talent that’s united in a common commitment to transform lives. We do this by delivering an outstanding educational experience and creating prosperity and opportunity in the communities we serve. Whatever your role, you’ll be playing a vital part in helping us achieve our vision.

About the role:

The ongoing development of the National Centre for Remote and Rural Medicine in Cumbria is a strategic priority for the School of Medicine & Dentistry. It is an education provider specialising in training medics and healthcare professionals working in locations that may be isolated from additional medical support as well as engaging in research projects across a range of medical issues. 

The University's Westlakes campus, home to NCRRM, is a modern research and medical education facility. It boasts state-of-the art specialist spaces and equipment, such as a dedicated clinical skills suite including a virtual dissection anatomage table, anatomy laboratory for practical teaching and demonstrations and high-fidelity simulation models. The Centre combines these academic facilities and neighbouring clinical facilities at the West Cumberland Hospital in Whitehaven. 

The Centre seeks ways to help offset these inequalities to help achieve better outcomes for both staff and patients in rural and remote communities. NCRRM is not just an educational provider but also involved in research projects and is helping to guide policy around remote and rural healthcare. 

The Interim Operational Manager will lead on the delivery, ongoing evolution, and development of the Centre’s cross-school activities in remote and rural medicine including postgraduate programmes, CPD, the West Cumberland Medical Education Centre and research development. 

About you:

The successful candidate will manage and lead on the planning and implementation of new and innovative cross-faculty initiatives within the Centre. The management and leadership of the NCRRM communications strategy, maintaining and building strong networks and relationships with partners and networks collaborating with the Centre will also be a key element of the role. You will have a relevant undergraduate degree or postgraduate/professional qualification or equivalent experiential experience, and experience of leading the planning of activities through to successful delivery.

What we can offer you:

Our people are our most important asset. We’ll encourage you to make the most of your talents and continually develop your skills and knowledge. As well as realising your career ambitions, you’ll be making a positive difference to other people’s lives. We also offer a fantastic package of rewards and lifestyle benefits – from an attractive annual leave entitlement to access to a comprehensive employee benefits platform.

We are proud to be a diverse, multicultural university. We are committed to building a truly inclusive culture where diversity is championed. Applications are particularly welcomed from individuals who will support the diversification within the University and support its development of a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all.

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