Job summary
We are looking to recruit a Grants Research Administrator within Research and Innovation (R&I) across Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) to support NIHR grants applications within the NIHR Research Grants Team.
The post holder will be integral for supporting the co-ordination of NIHR research grant applications, and have the opportunity to work with leading researchers in diverse and innovative areas. As well as supporting the administrative post-award financial management alongside the Senior Research Business Manager (SRBM).
This role is a developmental post, starting at Band 4 level - Grants Research Administrator - with progression to Band 5 Junior NIHR Grants Assistant, upon meeting set competencies outlined in the Band 5 job description at a 6 month review.
The successful applicant will work closely with a dedicated mentor who will provide robust training to enable them to meet the above competencies within the outlined timeframe.
This post is ideal for anyone who would like to develop and enhance their administrative skills in co-ordination of high complexity and large-scale projects.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible for administration of grants within R&I in conjunction with the Research & Innovation Manager (R&IM)/Grants Research Assistant (GRA). Close liaison is required between the research team, MFT Research Office and the Regional Research Delivery Network.
The administrative post award financial management will support the SRBM. This will involve the need to confirm with the investigator that tasks and timings within the financial templates are appropriate for the grant. Alongside, supporting with tracking of expenditure and income from grants and raising invoices as required.
About us
MFT is England's largest NHS Trust with a turnover of £2.5bn & is on a different scale than most other NHS Trusts. We're creating an exceptional integrated health & social care system for the 1 million patients who rely on our services every year.
Bringing together 10 hospitals & community services from across Manchester, Trafford & beyond, we champion collaborative working & transformation, encouraging our 28,000 workforce to pursue their most ambitious goals. We set standards that other Trusts seek to emulate so you'll benefit from a scale of opportunity that is nothing short of extraordinary.
We've also created a digitally enabled organisation to improve clinical quality, patient & staff experience, operational effectiveness & driving research and innovation through the introduction of Hive; our brand-new Electronic Patient Record system which we've launched in September 2022.
We're proud to be a major academic Research Centre & Education provider, providing you with a robust infrastructure to encourage and facilitate high-quality research programmes. What's more, we're excited to be embarking on our new Green Plan which will set out how MFT continues to play its part in making healthcare more sustainable.
At MFT, we create and foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, provide equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open and transparent, protecting your health and wellbeing and shaping the future of our organisation together.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not currently a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. If you are unvaccinated, there is helpful advice and information available by searching on the NHS England website where you can also find out more about how to access the vaccination.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at resourcing@mft.nhs.uk.
Were looking forward to hearing from you!
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not currently a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. If you are unvaccinated, there is helpful advice and information available by searching on the NHS England website where you can also find out more about how to access the vaccination.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at resourcing@mft.nhs.uk.
Were looking forward to hearing from you!
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- GCSE/O level Maths and English or equivalent
- minimum NVQ 3 plus relevant practical experience
Desirable
- Degree in a science or health related discipline, or a degree in another field with experience in clinical trials.
- ECDL
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Access, Powerpoint and other packages.
- Use of email and internet
- Extensive experience of databases and spreadsheets, including inputting, analysis and report writing
- Experience of office administration
Desirable
- An understanding of the research processes in the NHS including research governance and regulations relating to research practice.
- Previous work in NHS
Skills and apptitude
Essential
- Advanced keyboard skills/touch typing.
- Good organisational abilities, with a methodical approach and the ability to pay attention to detail.
- Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
- Ability to work as part of a team, and experience of interdisciplinary working.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Use of initiative and ability to work unsupervised.
- Professional and courteous manner.
Desirable
- Tenacity and a proactive approach to work
- Project management skills
Attitude
Essential
- Able to work independently and flexibly
- Supportive
- Enthusiastic
- Positive
- Approachable
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- GCSE/O level Maths and English or equivalent
- minimum NVQ 3 plus relevant practical experience
Desirable
- Degree in a science or health related discipline, or a degree in another field with experience in clinical trials.
- ECDL
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Access, Powerpoint and other packages.
- Use of email and internet
- Extensive experience of databases and spreadsheets, including inputting, analysis and report writing
- Experience of office administration
Desirable
- An understanding of the research processes in the NHS including research governance and regulations relating to research practice.
- Previous work in NHS
Skills and apptitude
Essential
- Advanced keyboard skills/touch typing.
- Good organisational abilities, with a methodical approach and the ability to pay attention to detail.
- Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
- Ability to work as part of a team, and experience of interdisciplinary working.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Use of initiative and ability to work unsupervised.
- Professional and courteous manner.
Desirable
- Tenacity and a proactive approach to work
- Project management skills
Attitude
Essential
- Able to work independently and flexibly
- Supportive
- Enthusiastic
- Positive
- Approachable
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).
