Job summary
The post is a one year fixed term 0.5 WTE secondment position for a Research Associate working predominantly in delivery of research within the Limb Reconstruction Orthopaedics department at Barts Health NHS Trust.
The proposed role will be mainly based on collation of Stryker HLRF circular frame data from the Limb Reconstruction team at the Royal London Hospital. A report will be provided to the Principal investigator, Mr K Patel, Orthopaedic Limb Reconstruction Consultant at the Royal London Hospital. Once agreed, this data will then be published and disseminated through orthopaedic networks and conferences.
The post-holder will ensure there are systems in place for accurate and timely research project notification and approval and that all such projects meet all the necessary research governance and regulatory requirements required for the Trust. The post holder will collaborate with key personnel to conduct in-house completion of audits, public and patient inclusion and engagement activities and research protocol development. The post holder will work with and provide guidance to colleagues working in a similar capacity. The post holder will aim to develop relationships with academic institutions, industry and other specialties to develop research protocols and assist in the delivery at a Trust level.
The position will include research delivery team training and will support relevant clinical trials.
Main duties of the job
Coordinates and conducts in-house clinical trials and audit. To evaluate findings, write reports, liaise and hold meetings with external stakeholders and publish findings. To be accountable for the documentation of audit/trial data according to International Conference of Harmonisation (ICH)/Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and European Union (EU) directive guidelines.Functions in a collaborative practice role within the multidisciplinary team (MDT) to provide expertise in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of clinical research protocols.Responsible for the development, establishment and implementation of Research department policies relating to the various R&D information management systems, including both administrative and IT systems.Responsible for the development of Research Office SOPs appropriate to the role.Liaises with external groups to identify studies and opportunities to develop research protocols to deliver at the three sites.Disseminates protocol information and research results to health care professionals by one-to-one teaching, written information and/or in-service education classes.Supports the orthopaedic research team with recruitment to clinical trials where appropriate to the role.Demonstrates autonomy as well as the ability to collaborate within the Orthopaedic team in identifying and meeting the needs of the patient and his/her significant others during various stages of the healthcare continuum.
About us
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledgerequired. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledgerequired. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Physiotherapist / Occupational therapist / Nurse
- Post-registration experience and in base specialty
- Fulfils KSF outline for physiotherapist (Band 7)
- Basic statistical and data management knowledge
- Good Clinical Practice certification
- Research experience within Orthopaedics / musculoskeletal with demonstrable experience of recruiting to portfolio based trials, preferably in Orthopaedics
Desirable
- To have contributed to written research papers / abstracts or to have acted as a primary author on at least one academic article
- Possession of or working toward master's degree
Experience
Essential
- Post registration physiotherapy / nursing / AHP experience
- Clinical trials experience
- Evidence of change management
- Experience of supervision / management
- Physiotherapy / AHP / nursing experience.
Desirable
- Demonstrable effective team management
- Experience of writing grant applications
- Orthopaedic / musculoskeletal experience
- Experience working with limb reconstruction patient cohort
Knowledge
Essential
- An understanding of Research Governance, EU Clinical Trials Directive and Good Clinical Practice and evidence of effective approaches to implementation.
- Demonstrate an understanding of national research networks
Skills
Essential
- Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills including: inter-personal, liaison and negotiating skills.
- Ability to produce clear, accurate written and verbal reports.
- Ability to confront challenging issues taking a problem solving approach.
- Demonstrate development and implementation of policies and procedures from initiation to completion
- Proactive and self-motivated with ability to lead, motivate and empower others. Ability to prioritise, meet tight deadlines and work independently on a number of projects.
- Ability to work in a multi-professional arena Ability to lead and manage meetings effectively.
- Experience in planning and running scientific meetings
- Computer literacy in Microsoft office to have excellent IT skills with working knowledge and experience of Microsoft office suite, data management software and Cerner
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Physiotherapist / Occupational therapist / Nurse
- Post-registration experience and in base specialty
- Fulfils KSF outline for physiotherapist (Band 7)
- Basic statistical and data management knowledge
- Good Clinical Practice certification
- Research experience within Orthopaedics / musculoskeletal with demonstrable experience of recruiting to portfolio based trials, preferably in Orthopaedics
Desirable
- To have contributed to written research papers / abstracts or to have acted as a primary author on at least one academic article
- Possession of or working toward master's degree
Experience
Essential
- Post registration physiotherapy / nursing / AHP experience
- Clinical trials experience
- Evidence of change management
- Experience of supervision / management
- Physiotherapy / AHP / nursing experience.
Desirable
- Demonstrable effective team management
- Experience of writing grant applications
- Orthopaedic / musculoskeletal experience
- Experience working with limb reconstruction patient cohort
Knowledge
Essential
- An understanding of Research Governance, EU Clinical Trials Directive and Good Clinical Practice and evidence of effective approaches to implementation.
- Demonstrate an understanding of national research networks
Skills
Essential
- Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills including: inter-personal, liaison and negotiating skills.
- Ability to produce clear, accurate written and verbal reports.
- Ability to confront challenging issues taking a problem solving approach.
- Demonstrate development and implementation of policies and procedures from initiation to completion
- Proactive and self-motivated with ability to lead, motivate and empower others. Ability to prioritise, meet tight deadlines and work independently on a number of projects.
- Ability to work in a multi-professional arena Ability to lead and manage meetings effectively.
- Experience in planning and running scientific meetings
- Computer literacy in Microsoft office to have excellent IT skills with working knowledge and experience of Microsoft office suite, data management software and Cerner
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
