Job summary
The
Regional Research Delivery Network Yorkshire and Humber (RRDN Y&H) will
be one of 12 Regional Networks that will replace the existing Local Clinical
Research Networks from 1 October 2024 and will support the effective and
efficient initiation and delivery of funded research across the health and
care system in England for the benefit of patients, the health and care
system and the economy.
We
are looking for a highly motivated, experienced and enthusiastic leader to
undertake a newly created senior role for the Yorkshire and Humber Regional
Research Delivery Network (RRDN).
Expected Shortlisting Date: 30 May 2024
Planned Interview Date: 07 June 2024
Main duties of the job
The
Health and Care Research Nurse, Midwife or Allied Health Professional (NMAHP)
Director will work with the Health and Care Research Medical Director as the
senior officers responsible for working with health and care professional
leaders to support the development of research delivery leadership and
associated staff. In addition and as part of coordinating the work of the
regional RRDN Specialty and Settings Leads the HHealth and Care Research
Nurse, Midwife or Allied Health Professional (NMAHP) Director will be
responsible for coordinating the work of the RRDN Settings Leads.
If
you wish to discuss the role further please contact Amber OMalley, Network
Director, Yorkshire and Humber RRDN (amber.omalley@nihr.ac.uk).
Interviews
for the post will take place in person Wc 3rd June 2024 and the successful
candidate must be able to commence in the post by 1 July 2024.
About us
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.
Employer
details
Employer
name
Leeds
Teaching Hospitals
Address
St.
James's University Hospital
Beckett
Street
Leeds
LS9
7TF
Employer's
website
https://www.leedsth.nhs.uk/
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Working
together the two RRDN Health & Care Research Directors (one Medic and one
Nurse, Midwife or Allied Health Professional, (NMAHP)) will be the senior
officers responsible for working with health and care professional leaders to
support the development of research delivery leadership and associated staff.
They will play a key leadership role in the on-going engagement, development
and oversight in their respective communities of practice. They will also
coordinate the work of the regional RRDN Specialty and Settings Leads. The
Medical Health & Care Research Director will coordinate the RRDN
Specialty Leads and the NMAHP Health & Care Research Director will
coordinate the RRDN Settings Leads.
The
purpose of the RDN is to support the effective and efficient initiation and
delivery of funded research across the health and care system in England for
the benefit of patients, the health and care system and the economy. The RRDN
Health & Care Research Directors will support this purpose by developing
and maintaining positive and constructive relationships with health and care
leaders in the RRDN region to ensure capacity and capability of the
professional research workforce and facilitate cross-specialty and
cross-setting collaborations and research.
In
collaboration with the RRDN Strategic Development Director the RRDN Health
& Care Research Directors will assist the development of the RRDN 3 year
Strategic Plan. This plan will be in line with the national RDN strategic
priorities and initiatives but translated into deliverable priorities for the
RRDN region.
Working
with the clinical communities of practice, they will identify workforce
development opportunities and thereby assist in increasing the research
capacity and capability within the region and nationally, with particular
emphasis on addressing the needs of the life sciences industry (across both
commercial contract and commercial collaborative research).
In
collaboration with the RRDN Operations Directors they will coordinate the
provision of expert proactive advice regarding study design to optimise
deliverability and assist in the identification of sites and Principal
Investigators, and provide reactive advice and support where study delivery
or performance is an issue.
The
RRDN Health & Care Research Directors will work with the new NIHR
Regional Research Leadership Offices (RRLOs) to develop complementary
activities regarding strategic workforce development for the aligned aim of
increasing research capacity and capability, the RRLO having a focus on the
clinical academic community.
Alongside
their regional responsibilities the RRDN Health & Care Research Directors
will co-develop and lead national programmes of work in collaboration with
the RDN Coordinating Centre (RDNCC).
Job description
Job responsibilities
Working
together the two RRDN Health & Care Research Directors (one Medic and one
Nurse, Midwife or Allied Health Professional, (NMAHP)) will be the senior
officers responsible for working with health and care professional leaders to
support the development of research delivery leadership and associated staff.
They will play a key leadership role in the on-going engagement, development
and oversight in their respective communities of practice. They will also
coordinate the work of the regional RRDN Specialty and Settings Leads. The
Medical Health & Care Research Director will coordinate the RRDN
Specialty Leads and the NMAHP Health & Care Research Director will
coordinate the RRDN Settings Leads.
The
purpose of the RDN is to support the effective and efficient initiation and
delivery of funded research across the health and care system in England for
the benefit of patients, the health and care system and the economy. The RRDN
Health & Care Research Directors will support this purpose by developing
and maintaining positive and constructive relationships with health and care
leaders in the RRDN region to ensure capacity and capability of the
professional research workforce and facilitate cross-specialty and
cross-setting collaborations and research.
In
collaboration with the RRDN Strategic Development Director the RRDN Health
& Care Research Directors will assist the development of the RRDN 3 year
Strategic Plan. This plan will be in line with the national RDN strategic
priorities and initiatives but translated into deliverable priorities for the
RRDN region.
Working
with the clinical communities of practice, they will identify workforce
development opportunities and thereby assist in increasing the research
capacity and capability within the region and nationally, with particular
emphasis on addressing the needs of the life sciences industry (across both
commercial contract and commercial collaborative research).
In
collaboration with the RRDN Operations Directors they will coordinate the
provision of expert proactive advice regarding study design to optimise
deliverability and assist in the identification of sites and Principal
Investigators, and provide reactive advice and support where study delivery
or performance is an issue.
The
RRDN Health & Care Research Directors will work with the new NIHR
Regional Research Leadership Offices (RRLOs) to develop complementary
activities regarding strategic workforce development for the aligned aim of
increasing research capacity and capability, the RRLO having a focus on the
clinical academic community.
Alongside
their regional responsibilities the RRDN Health & Care Research Directors
will co-develop and lead national programmes of work in collaboration with
the RDN Coordinating Centre (RDNCC).
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Comprehensive understanding of research, the NHS and the wider health and care system including associated responsibilities to the public and patients
- Experience of working in the health and care research sector, the health and social care service sector or academic environment at a senior level
- Comprehensive understanding of the UK research pathway and funding
- Experience of co-creating and implementing strategies to build capacity and capability for the delivery of health and care research
- Experience in the design and leadership of health or care research in the UK
- Experience of developing and implementing remedial actions to support study deliverability
- Experience of identifying the need for and developing professional workforce development needs
- Professional research leadership, both strategic and operational at a senior level
- Experience of working across complex organisational structures and effective matrix management
- Knowledge of national systems, structures and processes for supporting clinical research in NHS and non-NHS settings
- Experience of working collaboratively and in partnership with other organisations, with demonstrable experience of delivery across organisational boundaries
- Evidence of managing effective collaborations and partnerships
- Good understanding of performance management techniques
- Political astuteness and understanding of the health & social care context
- Comprehensive knowledge of programme sponsorship and management
Desirable
- Experience of leading continuous improvement
- Understanding of governance and legislative framework for clinical research in the NHS
- Executive level experience
- Experience of being a Chief or Principal Investigator for a health or care research study in the UK
Other Criteria
Essential
- Highly motivated with the ability to lead and inspire others
- Appreciation of the impact of organisational culture on service delivery
- Lives by values which include openness, collaboration, responsiveness, inclusion, personal integrity and creating positive cultures where these values thrive
- Commitment to supporting the development of staff and understanding of workforce planning
- Flexible approach to working Attention to detail Outcomes focussed
- Acts as a champion for patients and their interests, ensuring the patients voice has an impact on RDN activities
- Commitment to and focused on quality, promotes high standards in all they do
- Able to make a connection between their work and the benefit to patients and the public
- Works well with others, is positive and helpful, listens, involves, respects and learns from the contribution of others
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post
Skills & Behaviours
Essential
- Highly developed leadership, strategic thinking and planning skills with the ability to demonstrate these in highly political environments
- Proven leadership skills in the management of change
- Demonstrable ability to use autonomy to undertake actions as a result of own interpretation of policy and guidance, providing a source of expert advice to the organisation
- Ability to make decisions autonomously, when required, on difficult issues
- Proven interpersonal skills to work with clinical and management colleagues at all levels across a range of organisations and the ability to develop strong working relationships with senior stakeholde
- Ability to deal with challenging situations in a formal setting
- Strong external communications skills in a politically sensitive environment with knowledge of and experience in handling media relations
- Ability to communicate highly complex, highly sensitive & highly contentious information where there are significant barriers to acceptance both orally and in writing, both internally and externally,
- Extensive experience of delivering presentations to large groups of stakeholders in often pressured and politically sensitive environments to a high standard (Board level quality)
- Ability to analyse and interpret highly complex information to make judgements regarding a range of highly complex management issues
- Strong problem solving skills
- Ability to grasp critical issues and distil them into clear arguments/cases and be able to articulate these verbally or in written form
- Ability to plan, manage, adjust and deliver complex projects involving multiple agencies and individuals and a broad range of activities to tight deadlines
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to understand the long term or widespread implications of decisions
Desirable
- Willingness to challenge existing practice
- Good IT skills, particularly in use of Web applications and MS Office applications
- Ability to travel to different locations across the region and nationally to attend meetings and conferences, representing the RDN
- Ability to use Google Suite products
- Consistently looks to improve what they do and seeks out innovation
- Self-awareness with regard to emotional intelligence, biases and sensitivities
- Demonstrates honesty and integrity and promotes organisational values
Qualifications
Essential
- Professional registration as a Medical Doctor, Nurse, Midwife or as a Allied Health Professional
- Masters level qualification or equivalent
- Management qualification
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Comprehensive understanding of research, the NHS and the wider health and care system including associated responsibilities to the public and patients
- Experience of working in the health and care research sector, the health and social care service sector or academic environment at a senior level
- Comprehensive understanding of the UK research pathway and funding
- Experience of co-creating and implementing strategies to build capacity and capability for the delivery of health and care research
- Experience in the design and leadership of health or care research in the UK
- Experience of developing and implementing remedial actions to support study deliverability
- Experience of identifying the need for and developing professional workforce development needs
- Professional research leadership, both strategic and operational at a senior level
- Experience of working across complex organisational structures and effective matrix management
- Knowledge of national systems, structures and processes for supporting clinical research in NHS and non-NHS settings
- Experience of working collaboratively and in partnership with other organisations, with demonstrable experience of delivery across organisational boundaries
- Evidence of managing effective collaborations and partnerships
- Good understanding of performance management techniques
- Political astuteness and understanding of the health & social care context
- Comprehensive knowledge of programme sponsorship and management
Desirable
- Experience of leading continuous improvement
- Understanding of governance and legislative framework for clinical research in the NHS
- Executive level experience
- Experience of being a Chief or Principal Investigator for a health or care research study in the UK
Other Criteria
Essential
- Highly motivated with the ability to lead and inspire others
- Appreciation of the impact of organisational culture on service delivery
- Lives by values which include openness, collaboration, responsiveness, inclusion, personal integrity and creating positive cultures where these values thrive
- Commitment to supporting the development of staff and understanding of workforce planning
- Flexible approach to working Attention to detail Outcomes focussed
- Acts as a champion for patients and their interests, ensuring the patients voice has an impact on RDN activities
- Commitment to and focused on quality, promotes high standards in all they do
- Able to make a connection between their work and the benefit to patients and the public
- Works well with others, is positive and helpful, listens, involves, respects and learns from the contribution of others
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post
Skills & Behaviours
Essential
- Highly developed leadership, strategic thinking and planning skills with the ability to demonstrate these in highly political environments
- Proven leadership skills in the management of change
- Demonstrable ability to use autonomy to undertake actions as a result of own interpretation of policy and guidance, providing a source of expert advice to the organisation
- Ability to make decisions autonomously, when required, on difficult issues
- Proven interpersonal skills to work with clinical and management colleagues at all levels across a range of organisations and the ability to develop strong working relationships with senior stakeholde
- Ability to deal with challenging situations in a formal setting
- Strong external communications skills in a politically sensitive environment with knowledge of and experience in handling media relations
- Ability to communicate highly complex, highly sensitive & highly contentious information where there are significant barriers to acceptance both orally and in writing, both internally and externally,
- Extensive experience of delivering presentations to large groups of stakeholders in often pressured and politically sensitive environments to a high standard (Board level quality)
- Ability to analyse and interpret highly complex information to make judgements regarding a range of highly complex management issues
- Strong problem solving skills
- Ability to grasp critical issues and distil them into clear arguments/cases and be able to articulate these verbally or in written form
- Ability to plan, manage, adjust and deliver complex projects involving multiple agencies and individuals and a broad range of activities to tight deadlines
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to understand the long term or widespread implications of decisions
Desirable
- Willingness to challenge existing practice
- Good IT skills, particularly in use of Web applications and MS Office applications
- Ability to travel to different locations across the region and nationally to attend meetings and conferences, representing the RDN
- Ability to use Google Suite products
- Consistently looks to improve what they do and seeks out innovation
- Self-awareness with regard to emotional intelligence, biases and sensitivities
- Demonstrates honesty and integrity and promotes organisational values
Qualifications
Essential
- Professional registration as a Medical Doctor, Nurse, Midwife or as a Allied Health Professional
- Masters level qualification or equivalent
- Management qualification
Additional information
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
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