Job summary
An exciting development opportunity has arisen for an experienced and enthusiastic Research Manager to lead our Haemostasis & Thrombosis research team within the Bleeding Disorder Network for Wales Excellent communication and people management skills are essential with the ability to inspire a team to reach its potential.
The Haemophilia Centre is the only Comprehensive Care Centre in Wales, aiming to deliver lifespan multi-disciplinary, patient-centred care for all patients with inherited bleeding disorders (IBD) and their families. The Centre is enrolled in multi-centre national and international clinical trials.
The clinical trial portfolio includes both commercial and non-commercial observational and drug intervention studies, including the investigation of new treatments for the management of patients with Haemophilia, inherited and acquired bleeding disorders and platelet disorders. Additionally, new studies are due to open investigating the treatment and prevention of venous thrombosis, development of new anticoagulants and management of anticoagulant associated bleeding.
Potential applicants should have significant research delivery experience within IBD and the ability to provide specialist clinical expertise and leadership, whilst delivering high standards
of care facilitating development of the service in Cardiff and equitable access to trials any treatment choices across the Network.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will provide strong leadership, oversight and operational management to the research team, delivering high quality, safe and effective research. They will work collaboratively with the adult and paediatric CNS nursing teams, wider MDT, Swansea colleagues and Haematology Directorate, building effective relationships and motivating others to achieve service excellence.
Leading on specific projects determined by Haematology R&D leads, providing oversight of the clinical board's research portfolio, working with R&D Leads and Investigators (CIs/PIs) in relation to commercial and non-commercial research projects.
Providing an important link between R&D, Support and Delivery teams and Investigators within the clinical board providing specialist R&D knowledge and expertise guiding Investigators through the national and local R&D framework.
Performance and studies management will be supported from early application to close down providing solutions to financial and other resource issues, enabling research project delivery in line with strategic aims, working with local Research Delivery and R&D teams in meeting HCRW performance targets.
The post holder will be expected to be proactive in healthcare professional education about clinical trials, prepare research reports, audits, SOP's and updates for local and national meetings as required. Requisition and dispensing of Investigational Medicinal Products in accordance with study specific protocols and UHB policy.
About us
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.
Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- MSc including Patient Clinical Assessments qualification or equivalent level of knowledge and experience
- Evidence of post graduate education and professional developmen
Desirable
- Use and dissemination of research findings
Experience
Essential
- Proven experience of clinical research management and Specialist Knowledge in area of clinical speciality
- Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, incorporating wider mentorship and teaching role
- Significant experience at Band 6 in undertaking research activity and using research techniques, analysis and use of information. Including audit activity and acting on findings
- Financial management
Desirable
- Experience in submissions to regulatory bodies i.e. R&D, Research Ethics Committees.
Skills
Essential
- Advanced Leadership and organisational skills - evidence of ability to help/support junior staff and ability to run a portfolio of projects at differing stages of development
- Advanced communication skills- writen and verbal
- Advanced analytical and judgement skills
- Evidence of developing highly specialised programmes of care, being an expert resource to patients and colleagues
- Be able to utilise equipment relevant for undertaking specialist therapeutic diagnostic procedures, use IT systems and software to create reports and analyse data
Desirable
- Computing Skills
- Evidence of contribution to research publications
- Ability to appraise junior staff through performance review
Special knowledge
Essential
- Comprehensive knowledge of the ethical organisational and regulatory environment in which clinical research is conducted
- Proven experience and ability to implement policy and procedures
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- MSc including Patient Clinical Assessments qualification or equivalent level of knowledge and experience
- Evidence of post graduate education and professional developmen
Desirable
- Use and dissemination of research findings
Experience
Essential
- Proven experience of clinical research management and Specialist Knowledge in area of clinical speciality
- Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, incorporating wider mentorship and teaching role
- Significant experience at Band 6 in undertaking research activity and using research techniques, analysis and use of information. Including audit activity and acting on findings
- Financial management
Desirable
- Experience in submissions to regulatory bodies i.e. R&D, Research Ethics Committees.
Skills
Essential
- Advanced Leadership and organisational skills - evidence of ability to help/support junior staff and ability to run a portfolio of projects at differing stages of development
- Advanced communication skills- writen and verbal
- Advanced analytical and judgement skills
- Evidence of developing highly specialised programmes of care, being an expert resource to patients and colleagues
- Be able to utilise equipment relevant for undertaking specialist therapeutic diagnostic procedures, use IT systems and software to create reports and analyse data
Desirable
- Computing Skills
- Evidence of contribution to research publications
- Ability to appraise junior staff through performance review
Special knowledge
Essential
- Comprehensive knowledge of the ethical organisational and regulatory environment in which clinical research is conducted
- Proven experience and ability to implement policy and procedures
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).
