Job summary
The post-holder will support the further development and delivery of quality assurance systems for the UCL and UCLH research portfolio. The post-holder will input into planning and delivering a robust audit programme to cover the hosted and sponsored portfolio at UCL and UCLH (including systems for the set-up and delivery of research).
Main duties of the job
The post holder will conduct audits and central monitoring of studies sponsored by UCL and UCLH, and systems to R&D work and UCLH hosted research.
Additionally, direction will be provided for specific projects and key areas of responsibility from the Head of Clinical Research Governance and Compliance and Director of Quality and Safety (Research).
The post-holder willbe required to work autonomously and will be required to manage their own day-to-day workload, prioritising as needed.
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
*In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row.
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
*In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row.
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level or equivalent in relevant Science-related discipline
Experience
Essential
- Relevant and proven experience in planning and conducting internal and external audits
- Knowledge of core QA functions such as Incidents, CAPA, Audit and SOP management
- Experience in actively contributing to the delivery of projects relating to service improvements, quality and safety improvements and information
Desirable
- Proven experience with developing quality management systems
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- A high level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Experience of working with Microsoft, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Self-motivated and able to demonstrate initiative and good judgment
Desirable
- Initiating and delivery projects to targets
Communication
Essential
- Excellent communication skills, written and verbal
- Excellent interpersonal skills, a high level of professionalism with a pro-active approach and helpful manner
Personal and People Development
Desirable
- Experience in facilitating training for staff on QA related topics.
Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Demonstratable understanding of the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion and/or Knowledge of the NHS obligations under the Equality Act2010 and the Public SectorEqualityDuties
Ensure the risk of infection to self, colleagues, patients, relatives and visitors is minimised by:
Essential
- Being familiar with, and adhering to Trust policies and guidance on infection prevention and control.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level or equivalent in relevant Science-related discipline
Experience
Essential
- Relevant and proven experience in planning and conducting internal and external audits
- Knowledge of core QA functions such as Incidents, CAPA, Audit and SOP management
- Experience in actively contributing to the delivery of projects relating to service improvements, quality and safety improvements and information
Desirable
- Proven experience with developing quality management systems
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- A high level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Experience of working with Microsoft, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Self-motivated and able to demonstrate initiative and good judgment
Desirable
- Initiating and delivery projects to targets
Communication
Essential
- Excellent communication skills, written and verbal
- Excellent interpersonal skills, a high level of professionalism with a pro-active approach and helpful manner
Personal and People Development
Desirable
- Experience in facilitating training for staff on QA related topics.
Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Demonstratable understanding of the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion and/or Knowledge of the NHS obligations under the Equality Act2010 and the Public SectorEqualityDuties
Ensure the risk of infection to self, colleagues, patients, relatives and visitors is minimised by:
Essential
- Being familiar with, and adhering to Trust policies and guidance on infection prevention and control.
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
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
University College London Hospital
250 Euston Road
London
NW1 2PG
Employer's website
https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
