Communications Manager

We are a world class research-intensive university. We deliver teaching and learning of the highest quality. We play a leading role in economic, social and cultural development of the North East of England. Attracting and retaining high-calibre people is fundamental to our continued success.

The Role

Newcastle Health Research Partnership (NHRP) - an Academic Health Science Centre (AHSC) - is seeking an ambitious Communications Manager to raise awareness of NHRP and its focus and values, to stakeholders locally, nationally and internationally.

NHRP is a collaborative partnership between Newcastle University, Newcastle Upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust, Newcastle City Council, and Northumbria University. Our collective mission is to drive change in the health, wealth, and wellbeing of over 3.2 million people living in the North East of England and North Cumbria.

As a pioneering AHSC, we integrate health research, clinical excellence, education, and innovation to address major regional health challenges. We work to break down barriers, foster collaboration, and promote a whole-system approach that spans the life course, in partnership with NHS and local authority colleagues.

You can find out more about Newcastle Health Research Partnership here

As part of NHRP core team you will design, develop and deliver communications activity that reaches a diverse range of audiences, internally and externally, work across NHRP and its partners. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of health and research transformation in the North East, promoting and communicating the activities and impact of NHRP.

We are committed to building and maintaining a fair and inclusive working environment. The position is available immediately and is offered on a full-time basis until 31st March 2028. For a confidential conversation in the first instance, please contact Martin Dixon (martin.dixon@ncl.ac.uk)

Interviews are scheduled for 23 March 2026.

To apply please submit your cover statement outlining how you meet the essential criteria of this role (no more than 2 A4 sides) along with your CV.

£35,608 to £37,694 with progression to £46,049 per annum