Job summary
Hywel Dda University Health Board are looking for an experienced and motivated individual to join the Research and Development team as a Research Development Manager, on a part time basis. The base is likely to be in Carmarthenshire but could be flexible within the health board.
The successful candidate will provide specialist advice to health board staff and external research collaborators to support the development of research for health board sponsorship, including ensuring appropriate design, approvals and conduct of research studies.
Main duties of the job
You will:
Prepare funding bids and develop collaborations in conjunction with health board researchers, to enable the conduct of research studies.
Promote the delivery of the Research Development and Innovation strategy and notably those objectives linked directly to the R&D department.
Liaise with Health and Care Research Wales, and other relevant organisations to access resources and support for investigators.
Identify and strengthen collaborations by actively engaging with investigators, academic collaborators, clinical research fellows,research nurses, health professionals, support departments, academic departments and external organisations to ensure they receiveappropriate and tailored support. This includes providing specialist advice to support the establishment of local research groups andcollaborations.
Work with health professionals and research collaborators to develop complex new research studies by monitoring and auditing currentfindings and initiatives and identifying areas of future research through interpreting and comparing complex programmes of work.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.
We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.
We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.
Our services are provided in:
- Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest
- Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire
- Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings
- 47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 97 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers
- Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Interviews will take place on 19.12.25
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Interviews will take place on 19.12.25
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Degree
- Master's or equivalent level of experience
- Ability to design and conduct high-quality research studies
- Specialised knowledge of NHS R&D procedures and governance
- Detailed knowledge of research development including funding
- Comprehensive understanding of confidentiality and data protection
Desirable
- PhD completed or close to completion
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience in a research environment
- Previous experience of working with key stakeholders from the academic, public and private sectors in developing research studies
- Experience of working with the NHS and universities
- Experience of clinical research study management
- Proven track record of obtaining funding for research or contributing to funding bids
Other
Essential
- Ability to travel to different locations within the Health Board in a timely manner
- Flexible approach to the needs of the service
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Degree
- Master's or equivalent level of experience
- Ability to design and conduct high-quality research studies
- Specialised knowledge of NHS R&D procedures and governance
- Detailed knowledge of research development including funding
- Comprehensive understanding of confidentiality and data protection
Desirable
- PhD completed or close to completion
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience in a research environment
- Previous experience of working with key stakeholders from the academic, public and private sectors in developing research studies
- Experience of working with the NHS and universities
- Experience of clinical research study management
- Proven track record of obtaining funding for research or contributing to funding bids
Other
Essential
- Ability to travel to different locations within the Health Board in a timely manner
- Flexible approach to the needs of the service
Desirable
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).
