Job summary
The post holder will provide strategic oversight and leadership for all aspects of the Trust's clinical research, innovation and genomics activities, including governance, regulatory compliance, contracting, finance, business development, and the operational delivery of the Trust's research, innovation and genomics strategy. This role will ensure that research services are developed, maintained, and delivered to the highest standards, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence that supports the Trust's core mission and strategic priorities.
Working closely with the Medical Director, the Associate Medical Director for RIG will lead the development and implementation of integrated strategies, systems, and processes for research, innovation, and genomics, ensuring these are harmonised across the Trust. The RIG departments include the Trust's Research Delivery Teams, Research Professional Services, Gloucestershire Research and Education Group, Biophotonics Research Unit, research and innovation governance, research study applications, grant submissions and study sponsorships.
Main duties of the job
Lead the development of high-quality research proposals to secure funding (eg, NIHR grants, MRC grants, collaborative partnerships)
- Manage budgets, grants, and resources to support research initiatives effectively, and ensure the department meets financial targets and obligations.
- Oversee delivery of contracts, including reporting requirements and to manage resource allocation systems for income
- Develop the Trust's research capacity, portfolio and income.
- Create and execute a strategic vision for research, innovation, and genomics initiatives aligned with the Trust's goals
- Oversee the design, implementation, and evaluation of research and innovation projects
- Develop key relationships with research and innovation sponsors, networks, and clinical research partners from academic and commercial units.
- Maximise the opportunities available for the benefit of our population and staff by establishing mutually beneficial relationships with industry and innovation partners.
- Foster and nurture links with consumer organisations to ensure research is co-produced and driven by the needs of the population we serve.
- To report to Trust Board, Hospital Executive Committees, NIHR, Regional Research Delivery Network (RRDN) and other appropriate senior meetings to feedback on the progress of RIG and NIHR activity / performance.
- Influence and promote the RIG agenda at local, regional and national research meetings to ensure the Trust is a leader in RIG policy and performance.
About us
We are a large organisation providing acute services from Gloucestershire Royal Hospital in Gloucester and Cheltenham General Hospital to a population of 652,475* in Gloucestershire as well as caring for patients from surrounding counties and beyond.
Our workforce is almost 8,000 strong and our caring and dedicated staff are recognised as providing good and outstanding patient-centred, high quality emergency, elective and specialist care across a range of clinical areas.
We are committed to recruiting the best people to work with us to achieve our Vision of providing Best Care for Everyone and our success depends on the commitment and dedication of our staff, many of whom are world leaders in healthcare, teaching and research. You could make a real difference to our patients' lives by joining our team.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Thank you for your interest in this role. If you'd like further information, please see the attached job description.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Thank you for your interest in this role. If you'd like further information, please see the attached job description.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Significant Experience at Consultant or SAS Level
- Experience at leading a Research and Innovation Department
- Successful research portfolio, including peer-reviewed publications in high-impact journals
- Demonstrable leadership experience
- Experience of working collaboratively, with a diverse pool of stakeholders to resolve problems and make improvements
- Experience in managing or facilitating individual performance improvement or challenging relationships in the workplace
- The ability to connect with the Trusts strategic objectives; with experience of developing pragmatic and innovative solutions
- A good communicator with the ability to analyse qualitative feedback and generate solutions
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- In-depth knowledge of research methodologies, clinical trials, and translational research.
- In-depth familiarity with the NIHR Clinical Research Network (CRN) and its role in supporting the delivery of high-quality research within the NHS.
- Familiarity with ethical, regulatory, and governance frameworks for research (e.g., IRB, HRA, GCP).
- A proven track record of securing competitive grant awards (eg, NIHR)
Desirable
- An academic position (e.g., professorial or senior lecturer level) with a strong academic network and collaborations.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Significant Experience at Consultant or SAS Level
- Experience at leading a Research and Innovation Department
- Successful research portfolio, including peer-reviewed publications in high-impact journals
- Demonstrable leadership experience
- Experience of working collaboratively, with a diverse pool of stakeholders to resolve problems and make improvements
- Experience in managing or facilitating individual performance improvement or challenging relationships in the workplace
- The ability to connect with the Trusts strategic objectives; with experience of developing pragmatic and innovative solutions
- A good communicator with the ability to analyse qualitative feedback and generate solutions
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- In-depth knowledge of research methodologies, clinical trials, and translational research.
- In-depth familiarity with the NIHR Clinical Research Network (CRN) and its role in supporting the delivery of high-quality research within the NHS.
- Familiarity with ethical, regulatory, and governance frameworks for research (e.g., IRB, HRA, GCP).
- A proven track record of securing competitive grant awards (eg, NIHR)
Desirable
- An academic position (e.g., professorial or senior lecturer level) with a strong academic network and collaborations.
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).
