Job summary
- Supporting the Medical Directory by leading in
the operational delivery, implementation of national and local research
strategies & plans which will see Livewell Southwest recognised locally and
nationally as a provider of the highest quality of care driven by evidence and
a research culture.
- The post holder will develop, promote, support,
manage and monitor the research service and development activity throughout the
Organisation, collaborating with the Clinical Research Network, universities
and other academic departments, local research networks and the wider health
economy working at both a strategic level and an operational level.
- Youwill be
responsible for all aspects of the Research & Development (R&D) agenda
in the Organisation reporting to the Medical Director. This includes business
planning, resource management and the writing, development and the
implementation of policies and procedures that ensure the Organisation
meets the requirements of Research Governance standards & Regulatory
Authorities.
- You will have a major role in
setting up & negotiating industry contracts and a wide-ranging oversight role,
including oversight of clinical trials management, but will also be required to
provide specialist advice and guidance.
- You will work
autonomously & be expected to be an excellent communicator, a creative
thinker, have strong interpersonal skills & the ability to present highly
complex issues clearly and both written & orally, at the same time as being a
team player.
Main duties of the job
Develop & administer, in-conjunction with the Medical Director &other interested parties, the organisations research strategy
To provide the infrastructure &leadership to promote the development/implementation of the Organisations R&D strategy
Develop systems to identify &manage research within the organisation to ensure that it meets the standards set by research governance, RSS &NIHR
Produce annual &other reports as required by Local Clinical Research Network, Department of Health, MHRA &the Organisation Board
Ensure R&D maintains a high profile within the Organisation
The initiation, implementation &monitoring of mechanisms &policies in the management of the Organisations research portfolio
Manage the R&D budget &identify other funding opportunities with an aim to increasing R&D funding
Maximise commercial opportunities to generate income to render the research team self-sustaining
The management of significant cultural change across the organisation through the establishment of an investment strategy, performance measures for research &research governance, consonant with the research priorities of the Department of Health
Building &enhancing partnership relationship with academic organisations &other NHS organisations
To build the capacity for good quality R&D within the organisation
Lead Community- wide RD&I support function, maximising Plymouths potential
All Livewell Southwest staff are expected to able and willing to work across a 7 day service.
Job Share(s) Considered
About us
Livewell Southwest is an independent, award-winning social enterprise providing integrated health & social care services for people across Plymouth, South Hams & West Devon, as well as some specialist services for people living in parts of Devon & Cornwall. With teams in community hospitals, GP practices, sports centres, health & wellbeing hubs.
As an organisation with a strong social conscience, we always value being kind, respectful, inclusive, ambitious, responsible and collaborative. Transforming services to make them sustainable, ensuring that we value, support & empower each other.
We are committed to involving the people we care for, families & carers in everything that we do, working towards co-production where we can. Helping us to deliver the right care for people, in the right place & at the right time. By putting people at the centre of what we do, we ensure to support people to lead, healthy independent lives & be the very best at helping people to live well.
Valuing our employees making an investment in their development a priority. We offer:
Protected CPD time for registered staff
Various development pathways and ongoing regular training packages for all staff
Leadership & mentoring programmes
Access & funding for training including Care Certificate, Assistant Practitioners Course & Scholarship Into Nurse Training
A Robust Preceptorship
A bespoke induction programme
Existing members of the NHS Pension Scheme can continue their membership when they join the organisation.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This exciting opportunity has arisen to develop and build
the capacity and capability of the currently, small research team so it can become
a key player and expand its ability to deliver a wide-ranging portfolio of
studies, including commercial, in the community setting in the South West.
It is an opportunity to apply your management and leadership
skills to the research agenda, to align with and in support of the
organisations strategic aims; to provide the best quality care to all it
serves and attract and retain high calibre staff to deliver this care. The research team is looking for a confident,
enthusiastic and innovative professional who will be a key figure in evolving
and driving forward the implementation of the organisations RD&I Strategy.
You will be responsible for supporting and maintaining the
infrastructure and systems in place to support and delivery high quality
research activity and for ensuring organisation-wide compliance with EU and UK
regulatory requirements for the conduct of research. You will be responsible for interpreting
research related national legislation and policy ensuring local implementation
and monitoring. You will work seamlessly
with the Lead Research Practitioner to ensure appropriate support is in place
for the research team to deliver a wide-ranging portfolio of studies in line
with local population needs.
You will be working with the Medical Director, Clinical Lead
for Research & Innovation and the Lead Research Practitioner in leading the
Research Team within Livewell Southwest and will be responsible for protecting
and promoting the interests of that diverse and highly skilled team.
You will be educated to masters level and have extensive
professional knowledge and experience of clinical research management in the
public or private sector. You will
possess excellent organisational, interpersonal and communication skills and
will be self-motivated and enthusiastic with the ability to work on your own
initiative. You will need to be flexible
in your approach to work and be confident in liaising with a wide range of
people at a senior level across health, academic and commercial sectors.
This is a full-time post working 37.5 hours per week.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This exciting opportunity has arisen to develop and build
the capacity and capability of the currently, small research team so it can become
a key player and expand its ability to deliver a wide-ranging portfolio of
studies, including commercial, in the community setting in the South West.
It is an opportunity to apply your management and leadership
skills to the research agenda, to align with and in support of the
organisations strategic aims; to provide the best quality care to all it
serves and attract and retain high calibre staff to deliver this care. The research team is looking for a confident,
enthusiastic and innovative professional who will be a key figure in evolving
and driving forward the implementation of the organisations RD&I Strategy.
You will be responsible for supporting and maintaining the
infrastructure and systems in place to support and delivery high quality
research activity and for ensuring organisation-wide compliance with EU and UK
regulatory requirements for the conduct of research. You will be responsible for interpreting
research related national legislation and policy ensuring local implementation
and monitoring. You will work seamlessly
with the Lead Research Practitioner to ensure appropriate support is in place
for the research team to deliver a wide-ranging portfolio of studies in line
with local population needs.
You will be working with the Medical Director, Clinical Lead
for Research & Innovation and the Lead Research Practitioner in leading the
Research Team within Livewell Southwest and will be responsible for protecting
and promoting the interests of that diverse and highly skilled team.
You will be educated to masters level and have extensive
professional knowledge and experience of clinical research management in the
public or private sector. You will
possess excellent organisational, interpersonal and communication skills and
will be self-motivated and enthusiastic with the ability to work on your own
initiative. You will need to be flexible
in your approach to work and be confident in liaising with a wide range of
people at a senior level across health, academic and commercial sectors.
This is a full-time post working 37.5 hours per week.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Specialist professional knowledge of clinical research management acquired through a degree.
- Masters level qualification in a related field or significant relevant experience.
- ICH Good Clinical Practice.
Desirable
- Recognised leadership qualification.
- Teaching qualification.
Specific Skills
Essential
- Organisational and presentation skills.
- Problem-solving and strategic planning.
- Relevant evidence of strategy and policy writing, development, implementation and monitoring.
- Ability to develop action plans that are realistic and relevant.
- Ability to write succinct reports and to present complex issues and information simply, clearly and in a variety of mediums.
- Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff.
Desirable
- Project and change management skills with transformational leadership skills.
- The ability to develop teams towards common goals and achieve objectives.
Knowledge
Essential
- Clear understanding of EU and UK regulations relating to the conduct of research.
- Clear understanding of Research Governance and its Implications.
- Up to date working knowledge of national and international developments in regulation and legislation affecting clinical trials and to deploy knowledge effectively.
- Sound knowledge and understanding of Medical Ethics Committee applications with experience of submissions.
- In-depth knowledge of research computer software both management and data analysis.
- Broad understanding of the role and requirements of the National Institute of Health & Care Research (NIHR) for research delivery.
- Clear understanding of the governance requirements of both the NIHR and the organisation.
Desirable
- Knowledge of research methods and analysis.
- Knowledge of applying risk management to research.
Experience
Essential
- Management experience of NHS R&D at strategic level.
- Clear understanding of NHS R&D policy and strategy.
- Experience and evidence of strategy and policy writing, development,
- implementation and monitoring.
- Knowledge and experience of budgetary management.
- Experience of negotiating legal and financial contracts.
- Knowledge and experience of NHS R&D funding streams.
- Experience of managing staff, including recruitment and Appraisal.
- Experience and evidence of preparing reports and financial Tables.
- Experience of developing and delivering research governance training.
- Knowledge of research and ethics processes.
- Extensive experience and competency in using computer Packages.
- Experience of preparing and delivering presentations at senior level.
- Evidence of commitment to continual professional development.
- Evidence of effectively managing complex HR issues and understanding of legal framework concerning HR requirements.
Desirable
- Monitoring of clinical research.
- Critical analysis, problem solving and evaluative skills.
- Experience of research software packages.
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Willingness to take on new skills and challenges.
- Motivated and proactive.
- Flexible, robust and energetic with a pragmatic understanding of leadership, and an energized, collaborative style.
- Ability to travel across the Peninsula.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Specialist professional knowledge of clinical research management acquired through a degree.
- Masters level qualification in a related field or significant relevant experience.
- ICH Good Clinical Practice.
Desirable
- Recognised leadership qualification.
- Teaching qualification.
Specific Skills
Essential
- Organisational and presentation skills.
- Problem-solving and strategic planning.
- Relevant evidence of strategy and policy writing, development, implementation and monitoring.
- Ability to develop action plans that are realistic and relevant.
- Ability to write succinct reports and to present complex issues and information simply, clearly and in a variety of mediums.
- Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff.
Desirable
- Project and change management skills with transformational leadership skills.
- The ability to develop teams towards common goals and achieve objectives.
Knowledge
Essential
- Clear understanding of EU and UK regulations relating to the conduct of research.
- Clear understanding of Research Governance and its Implications.
- Up to date working knowledge of national and international developments in regulation and legislation affecting clinical trials and to deploy knowledge effectively.
- Sound knowledge and understanding of Medical Ethics Committee applications with experience of submissions.
- In-depth knowledge of research computer software both management and data analysis.
- Broad understanding of the role and requirements of the National Institute of Health & Care Research (NIHR) for research delivery.
- Clear understanding of the governance requirements of both the NIHR and the organisation.
Desirable
- Knowledge of research methods and analysis.
- Knowledge of applying risk management to research.
Experience
Essential
- Management experience of NHS R&D at strategic level.
- Clear understanding of NHS R&D policy and strategy.
- Experience and evidence of strategy and policy writing, development,
- implementation and monitoring.
- Knowledge and experience of budgetary management.
- Experience of negotiating legal and financial contracts.
- Knowledge and experience of NHS R&D funding streams.
- Experience of managing staff, including recruitment and Appraisal.
- Experience and evidence of preparing reports and financial Tables.
- Experience of developing and delivering research governance training.
- Knowledge of research and ethics processes.
- Extensive experience and competency in using computer Packages.
- Experience of preparing and delivering presentations at senior level.
- Evidence of commitment to continual professional development.
- Evidence of effectively managing complex HR issues and understanding of legal framework concerning HR requirements.
Desirable
- Monitoring of clinical research.
- Critical analysis, problem solving and evaluative skills.
- Experience of research software packages.
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Willingness to take on new skills and challenges.
- Motivated and proactive.
- Flexible, robust and energetic with a pragmatic understanding of leadership, and an energized, collaborative style.
- Ability to travel across the Peninsula.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
