Job summary
The post holder's main task is to support the Service Director in developing a strong research base for the GIDS Service by providing the central initiation and co-ordination on audit and research activity. Working under the direction of the GIDS Director and the Research Co-ordinator, he or she will be responsible for the initiation of ideas to be worked up into research projects, the search for funding by writing proposals, and the effective and efficient day-to-day running of audit and research projects. This includes the setting up and modifying of databases for audit and research and data entry and analysis, as required. The post holder will be responsible for all aspects of data collection. The post holder will also supervise assistants and trainees involved in audit and research activities across GIDS sites in close collaboration with senior members of the team.
Please note it is essential you have a strong psychology research background and experience, and preferably a research-based PhD in clinical psychology.
Proposed interview date - week beginning 28th August 2023
Main duties of the job
- To further develop and implement the enhanced outcome monitoring strategy.
- To further develop the research strategy that identifies the Portman Clinic research priorities and strategic goals, and sets out the structures and organizational plan to achieve these goals, as well as oversee implementation of these.
- To take the lead in applying for research bids and partnership working with respect to successful research funding applications.
- To manage and supervise research staff, including recruitment, appraisal, CPD, performance as well as relevant research training.
- To provide support and advice to clinicians, trainees and other professions interested in carrying out a peace of research or who wish to develop research careers.
About us
The Tavistock and Portman NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health trust with a focus on training and education alongside a full range of mental health services and psychological therapies for children and their families, young people and adults. With 500 staff across a number of sites, we are committed to improving mental health and emotional wellbeing, believing that high quality mental health services should be available for all who need them. We bring a distinctive contribution based on the importance we attach to social experience at all stages of people's lives, and our focus on psychological and developmental approaches to the promotion of health and the prevention and treatment of mental ill health. For more information, please access the following link: https://tavistockandportman.nhs.uk/
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Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A Masters in health or social science.
- Full knowledge of and skills in IT, data analysis progamme SPSS, STATA or equivalent.
Desirable
- A PhD or Professional Doctorate in health or social science.
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- A track record of peer-reviewed publications.
- Substantial knowledge of psychotherapy outcome and process research, especially in the psychodynamic/psychoanalytic field. Knowledge of and/or involvement with the researcher community, research activities, academic units, and a demonstrable understanding of the different issues that affect the different NHS sectors.
Desirable
- Experience in grant application as Coinvestigator.
- Experience in supervising bachelors or masters students.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Proven effective leadership, flexibility, and evidence of management skills.
- High-level planning and confidence and ability to network at all levels.
- Able to use own initiative, proactive and self-motivated.
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Effective facilitator of a healthy and effective research team.
- Commitment to supporting the development of research ideas and research careers.
- Highly motivated and outcome focused with ability to lead, influence and motivate others.
Communication
Essential
- Advanced oral, written and electronic communication skills, including delivery of speeches and presentations at all levels.
- Commitment to the promotion of research within the NHS and the particular patient group at GIDS.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A Masters in health or social science.
- Full knowledge of and skills in IT, data analysis progamme SPSS, STATA or equivalent.
Desirable
- A PhD or Professional Doctorate in health or social science.
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- A track record of peer-reviewed publications.
- Substantial knowledge of psychotherapy outcome and process research, especially in the psychodynamic/psychoanalytic field. Knowledge of and/or involvement with the researcher community, research activities, academic units, and a demonstrable understanding of the different issues that affect the different NHS sectors.
Desirable
- Experience in grant application as Coinvestigator.
- Experience in supervising bachelors or masters students.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Proven effective leadership, flexibility, and evidence of management skills.
- High-level planning and confidence and ability to network at all levels.
- Able to use own initiative, proactive and self-motivated.
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Effective facilitator of a healthy and effective research team.
- Commitment to supporting the development of research ideas and research careers.
- Highly motivated and outcome focused with ability to lead, influence and motivate others.
Communication
Essential
- Advanced oral, written and electronic communication skills, including delivery of speeches and presentations at all levels.
- Commitment to the promotion of research within the NHS and the particular patient group at GIDS.
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).
