Job summary
This is a 30 month, time-limited full time appointment to work on an NIHR-funded, multi-centre project called OPTICAL (Optimising Paediatric Transition to Intensive Care for AduLts), which is led by UCL CORU in collaboration with GOSH, Imperial College, London and others.
The research fellow will be responsible for all aspects of data collection and analysis in the second work-package - in particular, liaising with charities to run the online forums, undertaking interviews with TYA who have experienced transition to adult intensive care in England and Wales and their families, staff from paediatric and adult services and charity staff, and liaising with charity and hospital staff to undertake online patient, family and staff surveys.
You will work with the workstream lead to identify and develop a dynamic work plan that underpins the completion of and significant contribution to the research project. In addition, the post holder will work alongside other members of the Centre for Outcomes and Experience Research in Children's Health, Illness and Disability (ORCHID) to support nurses and allied health professionals (AHPS) in all aspects of the research process, facilitating their involvement in research and assisting them in disseminating research findings to advance the care of children and young people.
Main duties of the job
- To work alongside the lead for work-package 2 to develop a work plan with achievable goals.
- To be responsible for the day-to-day leadership of work-package 2, working closely with co-investigators where appropriate.
- To undertake and manage all aspects of work-package 2, in accordance with ethical and funding permissions including delivery against defined milestones.
- To undertake and lead on all aspects of work-package 2 data collection (online forum, interviews, surveys/questionnaires) data analysis, and dissemination.
- To provide support for patient and public involvement and engagement activities.
- To apply expert analysis skills to critically appraise and synthesise information and data collected.
- To liaise with the wider research team, attending monthly meetings and reporting on progress and updates.
- To work with the wider research team to synthesise findings into funding reports and papers suitable for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
- To take opportunities to disseminate locally as appropriate.
- To prepare and distribute lay research reports for patients, families and charities.
- To actively disseminate research findings and knowledge through a wide range of publications and conference presentations, both nationally and internationally
About us
GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.
We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.
We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.
We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.
We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.
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 knowledge required. 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 knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.
Person Specification
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- Relevant Honours degree or equivalent
- Master's degree or equivalent
- PhD
- Training in qualitative and/or quantitative methodologies
Desirable
- Nurse or allied health professional with current registration with professional body
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Previous experience of conducting and managing research
- Previous experience of conducting qualitative research
- Experience of undertaking research projects from inception to dissemination
- Experience of working with young people and families in a healthcare context
- Advanced understanding of qualitative research methodologies
- Advanced knowledge of research design and methods
- Advanced knowledge of analytical processes
- Knowledge of ethical and legislative issues relating to research, in particular the Research Governance Framework, Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and the Data Protection Act
- Able to give advice on the organization and management of the research process
- Safeguarding / Child protection
Desirable
- Previous experience of conducting quantitative research
- Previous clinical or research experience with young people and/or adults in critical care
- Previous clinical or research experience with young people transitioning to adult health services and their families
- Previous experience of working in multicentre studies
- Experience of working with young people with a learning disability and/or autistic young people
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Excellent teamwork, interpersonal and communication skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills including writing for publication and grant writing skills
- Excellent managerial, leadership and organisational skills including time management
- Ability to prioritise workload
- Negotiation, analytic and problem-solving skills and ability to initiate change
- Ability to manage grant budgets
- Excellent IT skills, including use of Microsoft Office software, SPSS, N-Vivo for data analysis
- Excellent project management and development skills
Desirable
- Excellent teaching skills
Other
Essential
- Ability to work independently and as part of a Multidisciplinary team
- A flexible approach to work
- Effective time management
- Evidence of CPD
- Accountability - Takes responsibility for own actions and promotes good team working
- Openness - Shares information and good practice appropriately
Desirable
- Ability to initiate, manage and sustain change
Person Specification
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- Relevant Honours degree or equivalent
- Master's degree or equivalent
- PhD
- Training in qualitative and/or quantitative methodologies
Desirable
- Nurse or allied health professional with current registration with professional body
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Previous experience of conducting and managing research
- Previous experience of conducting qualitative research
- Experience of undertaking research projects from inception to dissemination
- Experience of working with young people and families in a healthcare context
- Advanced understanding of qualitative research methodologies
- Advanced knowledge of research design and methods
- Advanced knowledge of analytical processes
- Knowledge of ethical and legislative issues relating to research, in particular the Research Governance Framework, Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and the Data Protection Act
- Able to give advice on the organization and management of the research process
- Safeguarding / Child protection
Desirable
- Previous experience of conducting quantitative research
- Previous clinical or research experience with young people and/or adults in critical care
- Previous clinical or research experience with young people transitioning to adult health services and their families
- Previous experience of working in multicentre studies
- Experience of working with young people with a learning disability and/or autistic young people
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Excellent teamwork, interpersonal and communication skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills including writing for publication and grant writing skills
- Excellent managerial, leadership and organisational skills including time management
- Ability to prioritise workload
- Negotiation, analytic and problem-solving skills and ability to initiate change
- Ability to manage grant budgets
- Excellent IT skills, including use of Microsoft Office software, SPSS, N-Vivo for data analysis
- Excellent project management and development skills
Desirable
- Excellent teaching skills
Other
Essential
- Ability to work independently and as part of a Multidisciplinary team
- A flexible approach to work
- Effective time management
- Evidence of CPD
- Accountability - Takes responsibility for own actions and promotes good team working
- Openness - Shares information and good practice appropriately
Desirable
- Ability to initiate, manage and sustain change
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
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
Great Ormond Street
London
WC1N 3JH
Employer's website
https://www.gosh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
