Job summary
The Deputy Director of R&D is a leading member of the R&D Senior Management Team and will provide credible, effective and visible senior leadership of R&D, through technical knowledge and expertise of research operations, research governance and research workforce development. The post holder will also be a key member of the KCH R&D Leadership team.
The post holder will provide strong operational leadership within R&D and has overall responsibility for building effective management links and relationships across R&D and its partner organisations to ensure efficient management and development of successful research collaborations.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will provide expertise in relation to research governance and the regulatory environment within R&D Department, across the Trust and our university partners to ensure that research undertaken within the Trust undergoes consistent, high-quality and proportionate regulatory reviews in a timely manner.
The post holder will be the point of escalation for concerns and research incidents across the Trust relating to research governance and will be key in the resolution of complex regulatory issues and investigation of incidents, in order to ensure that research within the organisation is delivered appropriately and safely for our patients in an environment of continuous improvement.
The post-holder will provide strong leadership across the R&D teams to ensure the Trust meets its regulatory obligations and maintains a high-quality compliant research environment.
The postholder is responsible for ensuring good clinical practice standards in research delivery, promoting engagement and involvement of staff and patients in research and driving developments pertaining to research delivery, the research equity and diversity agenda plus the development of our research workforce.
The post holder is a source of expertise and advice for the Trust for issues pertaining to research related education and training for the health care professions.
About us
The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level.
We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.
King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Management & Leadership
To take operational accountability for all aspects of the Trusts NHS R&D functions, adopting a flexible approach in order to deliver the operational strategy and year-on-year business plans in conjunction with the R&D Directors
Full line-management responsibilities of at least 50% of RDU matrons and managers (50% managed by Head of Research Workforce), R&D Operational Manager and Head of Research Workforce including oversight of administrative and research support staff within and associated with the staff/teams. This will include job design, recruitment, induction, appraisal, training and development and retention of staff as well as managing sickness and absence, disciplinary and performance issues that may arise.
Lead and support organisational initiatives to ensure efficient service delivery and productivity and compliance with Trust and R&D goals; this could include consultation with staff and promoting new ways of working, implementing new policies and procedures.
Finance
Act as authorised signatory on behalf of R&D for relevant budgets and resource requests.
In conjunction with the R&D Director, lead the annual business planning process and the completion of business plans for RDN-funded service, and review establishment in relation to service developments.
Patient Safety, Risk and Quality Management
Ensure that all Trust policies including child protection, vulnerable adult and Human Tissue Act legislation are adhered to by staff in a research setting.
To promote a culture of continuous quality improvement across the R&I Directorate
Responsible for ensuring participant complaints are reported appropriately, investigated in collaboration with other colleagues in the R&D Directorate and responded to appropriately.
Education, Training and Professional Development
Lead by example and act as a positive role model for all staff, taking responsibility for your own professional development.
Ensure the implementation of a succession planning programme for key leadership roles
EPIC for Research
Acts as R&D lead for optimisation and development of EPIC functions for research and integration of good practice for source data integrity and regulatory compliance among research teamsin conjunction with the R&D Systems Lead.
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further details of the main responsibilities of the role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Management & Leadership
To take operational accountability for all aspects of the Trusts NHS R&D functions, adopting a flexible approach in order to deliver the operational strategy and year-on-year business plans in conjunction with the R&D Directors
Full line-management responsibilities of at least 50% of RDU matrons and managers (50% managed by Head of Research Workforce), R&D Operational Manager and Head of Research Workforce including oversight of administrative and research support staff within and associated with the staff/teams. This will include job design, recruitment, induction, appraisal, training and development and retention of staff as well as managing sickness and absence, disciplinary and performance issues that may arise.
Lead and support organisational initiatives to ensure efficient service delivery and productivity and compliance with Trust and R&D goals; this could include consultation with staff and promoting new ways of working, implementing new policies and procedures.
Finance
Act as authorised signatory on behalf of R&D for relevant budgets and resource requests.
In conjunction with the R&D Director, lead the annual business planning process and the completion of business plans for RDN-funded service, and review establishment in relation to service developments.
Patient Safety, Risk and Quality Management
Ensure that all Trust policies including child protection, vulnerable adult and Human Tissue Act legislation are adhered to by staff in a research setting.
To promote a culture of continuous quality improvement across the R&I Directorate
Responsible for ensuring participant complaints are reported appropriately, investigated in collaboration with other colleagues in the R&D Directorate and responded to appropriately.
Education, Training and Professional Development
Lead by example and act as a positive role model for all staff, taking responsibility for your own professional development.
Ensure the implementation of a succession planning programme for key leadership roles
EPIC for Research
Acts as R&D lead for optimisation and development of EPIC functions for research and integration of good practice for source data integrity and regulatory compliance among research teamsin conjunction with the R&D Systems Lead.
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further details of the main responsibilities of the role.
Person Specification
Management
Essential
- Experience of line management and leading a team
- Highly developed senior leadership and influencing experience with the ability to enthuse, motivate and involve individuals and teams to deliver complex initiatives.
- Ability to motivate members of staff at all levels and demonstrate strong leadership skills.
- Ability to work efficiently alone & as a member of a multi-professional team.
Desirable
- Experience of communication with a wide variety of people.
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Relevant Masters degree/ professional qualification or equivalent experience.
- Recognised management/leadership qualification.
- Good Clinical Practice (GCP) Certification
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience in a management role in either NHS or academic environment.
- Extensive experience of research governance management in the NHS, academia or pharmaceutical industry.
- Evidence of extensive experience of financial budgetary management across complex funding streams
- Extensive experience in the development and delivery of research systems and processes.
- Experience of managing or overseeing clinical research projects including key performance indicators.
- Extensive experience with difficult HR situations with staff, skilled in conflict resolution.
Desirable
- Post-graduate research experience.
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- An excellent understanding and extensive experience of research governance and other relevant regulations relating to clinical research
- In depth knowledge of non-commercial funding and application processes for clinical research.
- In depth knowledge of non-commercial funding and application processes for clinical research.
- Skilled in presentations at a national and local level and the ability to present to large groups of people.
- Strong and demonstrable interpersonal skills with an ability to communicate with a diverse range of contacts, both internal and external to the organisation.
Desirable
- Knowledge of different funding streams that exist to support NHS based research.
- An understanding of commercial research in the NHS and academia.
Person Specification
Management
Essential
- Experience of line management and leading a team
- Highly developed senior leadership and influencing experience with the ability to enthuse, motivate and involve individuals and teams to deliver complex initiatives.
- Ability to motivate members of staff at all levels and demonstrate strong leadership skills.
- Ability to work efficiently alone & as a member of a multi-professional team.
Desirable
- Experience of communication with a wide variety of people.
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Relevant Masters degree/ professional qualification or equivalent experience.
- Recognised management/leadership qualification.
- Good Clinical Practice (GCP) Certification
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience in a management role in either NHS or academic environment.
- Extensive experience of research governance management in the NHS, academia or pharmaceutical industry.
- Evidence of extensive experience of financial budgetary management across complex funding streams
- Extensive experience in the development and delivery of research systems and processes.
- Experience of managing or overseeing clinical research projects including key performance indicators.
- Extensive experience with difficult HR situations with staff, skilled in conflict resolution.
Desirable
- Post-graduate research experience.
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- An excellent understanding and extensive experience of research governance and other relevant regulations relating to clinical research
- In depth knowledge of non-commercial funding and application processes for clinical research.
- In depth knowledge of non-commercial funding and application processes for clinical research.
- Skilled in presentations at a national and local level and the ability to present to large groups of people.
- Strong and demonstrable interpersonal skills with an ability to communicate with a diverse range of contacts, both internal and external to the organisation.
Desirable
- Knowledge of different funding streams that exist to support NHS based research.
- An understanding of commercial research in the NHS and academia.
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).
Employer details
Employer name
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
The R&D Office - First Floor Coldharbour Works
245A Coldharbour Lane
Brixton
SW9 8RR
Employer's website
https://www.kch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
