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    Executive Assistant to the Director - Manchester, United Kingdom - The University of Manchester

    The University of Manchester
    The University of Manchester Manchester, United Kingdom

    3 weeks ago

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    Full time, Fixed-Term/Contract
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    Duration: Fixed Term until 31st March 2027 in the first instance

    Full time office based role

    About the role:

    We have an exciting opportunity for an Executive Assistant to join the Cancer Research UK National Biomarker Centre and become an integral part of the Director's office.

    Are you an agile and proactive multitasker who thrives in a busy and vibrant environment? Do you take pride in keeping things running smoothly? Are you looking for a demanding and rewarding role, and being a valued member in the Centre with over 100 scientists, students, operational and technical staff who are committed to scientific excellence and accelerating progress for cancer patients?

    As the Executive Assistant to the Director of the CRUK National Biomarker Centre, you'll be at the heart of the Centre's operations, ensuring the efficient day-to-day running of the Director's Office as well as supporting the Centre's wider administrative operations. Your duties will be varied, ranging from managing the Director's dynamic diary and inbox, arranging meetings and travel to assisting with arranging visits to the Centre. You will be the go-to person who keeps things on track. Your attention to detail and proactive mindset will make you an invaluable asset. You will have the ability to remain calm in a busy office with rapid demands and become an NBC ambassador to maintain and enhance our international reputation.

    About you:

    You should be educated to degree level (or equivalent) or have equivalent relevant work experience along with:

    • Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
    • Effective communication abilities, both written and verbal along with proof reading skills and strong attention to detail.
    • You will be able to creatively solve problems and address any issues.
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and calendar management tools.
    • A friendly and approachable demeanor, even under pressure.
    • Proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and adapt.
    • Experience of working within an academic, clinical or scientific environment is desirable but not essential.

    Why choose Cancer Research UK National Biomarker Centre?

    The Cancer Research UK National Biomarker Centre is a leading and highly specialised translational research centre within The University of Manchester ), core funded by Cancer Research UK ), the largest independent cancer research organisation in the world.

    Our Centre discovers, develops, validates and qualifies biomarkers in clinical studies and trials that detect cancer earlier and predict and monitor therapy responses to support optimised treatment of patients with cancer. Our advanced research programmes, agnostic to cancer type, develop biomarkers in tissue and less invasive clinical samples such as blood (liquid biopsy) with sophisticated bioinformatic and artificial intelligence solutions for multi-modal laboratory and clinical biomarker data analysis and interpretation. Our preclinical programmes focus on development of pharmacodynamic biomarker and evaluation the efficacy of novel therapeutics in patient derived models. As a bridge between discovery science and clinical research, we are highly collaborative across Manchester, nationally and internationally.

    How to apply?

    To apply for this position please visit our website:

    For any informal enquiries about this post, please contact Ekram Aidaros-Talbot at Ekram.aidaros-

    Closing date: 30 April 2024

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