Job summary
This role is for a Junior Research Physiotherapist to join the Centre for Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences at the NIHR Leicester Biomedical Research Centre- Respiratory. You will be supporting ongoing studies within the department which could include qualitative, quantitatvie and systematic review methodologies. Studies focus on non-pharmacological interventions in the management of respiratory diseases. You will be responsible for day-to-day running of studies and supervised by senior researchers.
Main duties of the job
To support research projects within the Centre for Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences delivering to time and target. To contribute to study set up, recruitment, data inputting and analysis where applicable. To engage with public and patient involvement groups and work alongside a multidisciplinary team.
About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
https://www.uhleicester.nhs.uk
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Support day-to-day running of trials
- Contribute to multiple study methodologies, qualitative, quantitative, systematic reviews.
- Support study recruitment
- Screen and assess participants
- Support patient interviews
- Support data analysis and interpretation
- Support dissemination of results
- Contribute to the day-to-day running of the department.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Support day-to-day running of trials
- Contribute to multiple study methodologies, qualitative, quantitative, systematic reviews.
- Support study recruitment
- Screen and assess participants
- Support patient interviews
- Support data analysis and interpretation
- Support dissemination of results
- Contribute to the day-to-day running of the department.
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- BSC (Hons) Physiotherapy or equivalent
- State Registered Physiotherapist with current HCPC registration
- Evidence of up to date professional portfolio with evidence of CPD and reflective practise
Desirable
- Member of the Chartered Society for Physiotherapy or other special interest groups
- Research training
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of experience of working as part of a team
- Evidence of a wide range of student clinical placements including experience of treating patients with respiratory, orthopaedic, medical and neurological conditionings
- Understanding of research acquired through training, to degree level or additional clinical experience
Desirable
- Evidence of involvement in research / audit
- Experience of working within an NHS Trust
- Evidence of experience of working with physiotherapy assistants /TI's
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Evidence of good interpersonal and communication skills both verbal and non-verbal at all levels, in a variety of situations
- Evidence of ability to establish good working relationships and to work within a team
Desirable
- Presentation skills
- Previous experience of writing abstracts or papers for publication
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
- Evidence of ability to evaluate own practise.
- Evidence of personal insight and reflection skills and evidence of awareness of own strengths and weaknesses
- Evidence of ability to clinically reason
Desirable
- Ability to think strategically both long and short-term
- Problem solving ability
Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of GCP (Good Clinical Practice) in relation to research
- A broad understanding of the issues currently affecting Physiotherapy practise, including NHS knowledge Evidence of a commitment to personal development
- Good writing skills
- Evidence of self-motivation/ enthusiasm and the ability to motivate others
Desirable
- Knowledge of the research consent process
- Evidence of a basic understanding of current governmental targets and guidelines
- Computer skills
- Knowledge of Excel, SPSS or other statistical packages/ databases
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Evidence of time management skills
- Evidence of ability to plan and prioritise own workload
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the mportance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
- All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours
Other requirements specific to the role
Desirable
- Enthusiasm for a research career
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- BSC (Hons) Physiotherapy or equivalent
- State Registered Physiotherapist with current HCPC registration
- Evidence of up to date professional portfolio with evidence of CPD and reflective practise
Desirable
- Member of the Chartered Society for Physiotherapy or other special interest groups
- Research training
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of experience of working as part of a team
- Evidence of a wide range of student clinical placements including experience of treating patients with respiratory, orthopaedic, medical and neurological conditionings
- Understanding of research acquired through training, to degree level or additional clinical experience
Desirable
- Evidence of involvement in research / audit
- Experience of working within an NHS Trust
- Evidence of experience of working with physiotherapy assistants /TI's
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Evidence of good interpersonal and communication skills both verbal and non-verbal at all levels, in a variety of situations
- Evidence of ability to establish good working relationships and to work within a team
Desirable
- Presentation skills
- Previous experience of writing abstracts or papers for publication
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
- Evidence of ability to evaluate own practise.
- Evidence of personal insight and reflection skills and evidence of awareness of own strengths and weaknesses
- Evidence of ability to clinically reason
Desirable
- Ability to think strategically both long and short-term
- Problem solving ability
Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of GCP (Good Clinical Practice) in relation to research
- A broad understanding of the issues currently affecting Physiotherapy practise, including NHS knowledge Evidence of a commitment to personal development
- Good writing skills
- Evidence of self-motivation/ enthusiasm and the ability to motivate others
Desirable
- Knowledge of the research consent process
- Evidence of a basic understanding of current governmental targets and guidelines
- Computer skills
- Knowledge of Excel, SPSS or other statistical packages/ databases
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Evidence of time management skills
- Evidence of ability to plan and prioritise own workload
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the mportance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
- All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours
Other requirements specific to the role
Desirable
- Enthusiasm for a research career
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).
