Job summary
Description of the Unit or Project - A randomised controlled trial of Empowered Conversations: training family carers to enhance their relationships and communication with people living with dementia (NIHR funded) based within the Complex Trauma Research Unit.
Main duties of the job
We wish to appoint a Research Associate to this multi-centre trial of Empowered Conversations. Empowered Conversations multicomponent course for carers of people living with dementia. The Research Associate will coordinate key aspects of the trial, recruit and follow-up participants and contribute to the writing of reports and academic publications at a level commensurate with their experience and will present work at academic conferences and practitioner meetings. The role will also require liaison and collaboration with individuals and organisations in the NHS, Age UK and other health and care organisations, and involve building relationships with other organisations and networks. Whilst the Research Associate will be employed by Greater Manchester Mental Health Trust, they will have an honorary contract with the University of Manchester.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over6,400members of staff, who deliver services from more than160locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Research grants writing To assist with writing of funding applications for research Communication and networking To regularly liaise with the study collaborators and other stakeholders to identify and recruit eligible study participants; To assist with the promotion of the research to stakeholders; To contribute towards and write papers about the research in high profile reports and publications; To help present information on research progress and outcomes to management groups; To assist with the presentation of research findings at internal and external meetings, and conferences nationally and internationally; and To liaise with research colleagues and support administrative staff on routine matters. Research and administrative activities to support funding bids To conduct and write systematic reviews and/or meta-analyses for publication and to inform future research and grant applications. To contribute to the development/design of qualitative and quantitative studies with the members of the team. To assist with the running of any pilot trials or research studies conducted within the team. To liaise with relevant funding bodies, research support network (e.g. NIHR Research Design Service) and R&I departments of partner organisations To assist with the running of any focus groups or consultation groups with service users and/or other stakeholders to inform research. To assist in servicing meetings, including production of agendas, writing of minutes and reports and taking follow-up action as required. To support the Lead and team members on other relevant research/administrative activities as required. Research management To populate, maintain and manage relevant and accurate databases on a daily basis, ensuring they represent a comprehensive and accurate record of the ongoing research. To work effectively under time-pressure in order to meet tight deadlines and project milestones To retrieve complex data from relevant quantitative databases and analyse research outcomes to produce summary reports on research activity for a variety of purposes. To implement research policies / standard operating procedures for their own work area and to be able to propose improvements to research policies/procedures where relevant. To assume responsibility for the safe and secure use of research equipment including digital recorders and computers where relevant. To provide advice or demonstrate own research activities or workplace routines to new research staff or temporary researchers working on the project. To contribute to the production of accurate information and timely submission of the Progress Reports to the relevant bodies (e.g. funders, the Trust). To organise their own day-to-day tasks and activities; the post holder must be able to take significant responsibility for planning and implementation of specific elements of the research activities conducted by the Unit. To have a reliable method of transporting themselves independently to the Units site and willing to travel to meetings with other team members and relevant stakeholders in the North West area. To be aware of national developments, attend national events and undertake any necessary and relevant training to keep up to date with research developments and related issues as required. Comply with data management and quality assurance according to regulatory guidelines (ICH GCD and Data Protection Act 1998). Comply with departmental policies concerning security, safety and patient confidentiality and to ensure that procedures are carried out with safe systems of work and current legislation. The post holder may be required to carry out other related tasks that may not be specifically mentioned above. The job description may be reviewed and amended at a later date. Changes will be made in consultation with the post holder and the Lead.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Research grants writing To assist with writing of funding applications for research Communication and networking To regularly liaise with the study collaborators and other stakeholders to identify and recruit eligible study participants; To assist with the promotion of the research to stakeholders; To contribute towards and write papers about the research in high profile reports and publications; To help present information on research progress and outcomes to management groups; To assist with the presentation of research findings at internal and external meetings, and conferences nationally and internationally; and To liaise with research colleagues and support administrative staff on routine matters. Research and administrative activities to support funding bids To conduct and write systematic reviews and/or meta-analyses for publication and to inform future research and grant applications. To contribute to the development/design of qualitative and quantitative studies with the members of the team. To assist with the running of any pilot trials or research studies conducted within the team. To liaise with relevant funding bodies, research support network (e.g. NIHR Research Design Service) and R&I departments of partner organisations To assist with the running of any focus groups or consultation groups with service users and/or other stakeholders to inform research. To assist in servicing meetings, including production of agendas, writing of minutes and reports and taking follow-up action as required. To support the Lead and team members on other relevant research/administrative activities as required. Research management To populate, maintain and manage relevant and accurate databases on a daily basis, ensuring they represent a comprehensive and accurate record of the ongoing research. To work effectively under time-pressure in order to meet tight deadlines and project milestones To retrieve complex data from relevant quantitative databases and analyse research outcomes to produce summary reports on research activity for a variety of purposes. To implement research policies / standard operating procedures for their own work area and to be able to propose improvements to research policies/procedures where relevant. To assume responsibility for the safe and secure use of research equipment including digital recorders and computers where relevant. To provide advice or demonstrate own research activities or workplace routines to new research staff or temporary researchers working on the project. To contribute to the production of accurate information and timely submission of the Progress Reports to the relevant bodies (e.g. funders, the Trust). To organise their own day-to-day tasks and activities; the post holder must be able to take significant responsibility for planning and implementation of specific elements of the research activities conducted by the Unit. To have a reliable method of transporting themselves independently to the Units site and willing to travel to meetings with other team members and relevant stakeholders in the North West area. To be aware of national developments, attend national events and undertake any necessary and relevant training to keep up to date with research developments and related issues as required. Comply with data management and quality assurance according to regulatory guidelines (ICH GCD and Data Protection Act 1998). Comply with departmental policies concerning security, safety and patient confidentiality and to ensure that procedures are carried out with safe systems of work and current legislation. The post holder may be required to carry out other related tasks that may not be specifically mentioned above. The job description may be reviewed and amended at a later date. Changes will be made in consultation with the post holder and the Lead.
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- Good Honours Degree in Psychology (2:1 or above)or in a relevant and related field and a Master's Degree or equivalent experience
Desirable
- PhD in Psychology or a relevant and related field
Experience
Essential
- oExperience of conducting quantitative and qualitative research in mental health/Autism
- oExperience of statistical and qualitative computer packages (e.g. SPSS, STATA or an equivalent statistical package and nVivo)
- oExperience of conducting PPI events and public engagement
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- oAbility to organize own day to day tasks and activities
- oComputer Literacy - advanced skills in database (eg Microsoft Excel) and word processing packages
- oAbility to work independently with regular supervision, using initiative
- oExcellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills
Desirable
- oDemonstrable capability of working with large volumes of complex, sensitive and highly confidential information
Knowledge
Essential
- oKnowledge/experience of analysis and interpretation of statistical/analytical research outcomes
Other
Essential
- oReliable method for traveling independently across the wide footprint of the Trust and occasionally the North West region to attend meetings and events relevant to the role
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- Good Honours Degree in Psychology (2:1 or above)or in a relevant and related field and a Master's Degree or equivalent experience
Desirable
- PhD in Psychology or a relevant and related field
Experience
Essential
- oExperience of conducting quantitative and qualitative research in mental health/Autism
- oExperience of statistical and qualitative computer packages (e.g. SPSS, STATA or an equivalent statistical package and nVivo)
- oExperience of conducting PPI events and public engagement
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- oAbility to organize own day to day tasks and activities
- oComputer Literacy - advanced skills in database (eg Microsoft Excel) and word processing packages
- oAbility to work independently with regular supervision, using initiative
- oExcellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills
Desirable
- oDemonstrable capability of working with large volumes of complex, sensitive and highly confidential information
Knowledge
Essential
- oKnowledge/experience of analysis and interpretation of statistical/analytical research outcomes
Other
Essential
- oReliable method for traveling independently across the wide footprint of the Trust and occasionally the North West region to attend meetings and events relevant to the role
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).
