Job summary
The R&D Department at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust are looking for a research facilitator who will take responsibility for the smooth set-up of research across the trust.
A key responsibility of the role is to ensure the timely set-up and prioritisation of NIHR portfolio studies across the division specialties. The role is varied as it includes working with several teams that includes finance, commercial and non-commercial work streams. You will work with a variety of colleagues to provide an efficient and customer focused service.ABOUT THE TEAMUniversity Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust and University of Southampton partnership is recognised as a centre of excellence in clinical research securing research funding in excess of £30m per annum. With state of the art clinical research facilities opened in 2010, the Trust in partnership with the University is making excellent progress in achieving its aim of being one of the top acute Trusts in England.
Main duties of the job
Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.
About us
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Role and responsibilities;
This role will give the successful candidate the opportunity to be at the forefront of cutting-edge research.
As a R&D Project Manager you will work closely with the divisional research teams, investigators and senior managers to deliver the UHS R&D strategy.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Acting as a specialist for researchers setting up studies across the Southampton Emerging Therapies and Technologies Centre (SETT)
Maintaining comprehensive knowledge of resources to support study development, set-up and delivery
Supporting with the regular collection of data and reporting on performance metrics
Responsible for a portfolio of clinical trials, managing these through set-up, delivery and close-out
This post requires a dynamic, out-going person since a key aim in the role will be to develop relationships with researchers and to identify how best to support their studies. Experience of delivery or set-up of clinical research is essential, and the successful applicant should be able to provide evidence of continuing professional development relevant to this role.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED
An understanding of R&D issues in the NHS Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Excellent IT skills, particularly in the use of web applications Background in project management and/or project management qualification A flexible approach to work and the ability to adjust workload to changing priorities
Closing date will be Monday 7th August.
Interviews will be held on Friday 18th August.
For any further or additional information please contact:Emily Horsfall, Research & Development ManagerEmily.Horsfall@uhs.nhs.uk02381 203598
Job description
Job responsibilities
Role and responsibilities;
This role will give the successful candidate the opportunity to be at the forefront of cutting-edge research.
As a R&D Project Manager you will work closely with the divisional research teams, investigators and senior managers to deliver the UHS R&D strategy.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Acting as a specialist for researchers setting up studies across the Southampton Emerging Therapies and Technologies Centre (SETT)
Maintaining comprehensive knowledge of resources to support study development, set-up and delivery
Supporting with the regular collection of data and reporting on performance metrics
Responsible for a portfolio of clinical trials, managing these through set-up, delivery and close-out
This post requires a dynamic, out-going person since a key aim in the role will be to develop relationships with researchers and to identify how best to support their studies. Experience of delivery or set-up of clinical research is essential, and the successful applicant should be able to provide evidence of continuing professional development relevant to this role.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED
An understanding of R&D issues in the NHS Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Excellent IT skills, particularly in the use of web applications Background in project management and/or project management qualification A flexible approach to work and the ability to adjust workload to changing priorities
Closing date will be Monday 7th August.
Interviews will be held on Friday 18th August.
For any further or additional information please contact:Emily Horsfall, Research & Development ManagerEmily.Horsfall@uhs.nhs.uk02381 203598
Person Specification
Qualifications / training required
Essential
- Educated to master's level or equivalent experience relevant to the role
- Evidence of on-going professional development relevant to the role
- Evidence of current and ongoing Good Clinical Practice (ICH/GCP) training
- Experience in research management
Desirable
- Experience in database management
Values
Essential
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Previous or relevant experience necessary
Essential
- Significant clinical research experience in a health or relevant commercial sector
- Experience working in a large teaching hospital or University
Person Specification
Qualifications / training required
Essential
- Educated to master's level or equivalent experience relevant to the role
- Evidence of on-going professional development relevant to the role
- Evidence of current and ongoing Good Clinical Practice (ICH/GCP) training
- Experience in research management
Desirable
- Experience in database management
Values
Essential
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Previous or relevant experience necessary
Essential
- Significant clinical research experience in a health or relevant commercial sector
- Experience working in a large teaching hospital or University
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).
