Job summary
The principal role of the Rehab HRC Innovation Pipeline Manager is to support innovators (industry, small or large, academic groups, individuals or whoever) along this pathway. The post holder will support Rehab HRC activities along the pathway and act as the principal guide for innovators throughout their engagement with the HRC.
RehabHRC is centred on the National Rehabilitation Centre (NRC) with three partners NUH, the University of Nottingham (UoN) and, Loughborough University (LU). It is expected that the post-holder will work closely with these organisations. Moreover, reflecting the East Midlands thriving HealthTech ecosystem the post-holder will work with other organisations not limited to (A-Z):
- Biocity (Science Park) Nottingham
- Centre for Healthcare Technologies (CHT)
- East Midlands Academic Health Science Network (EMAHSN)
- Medical Technology Innovation Facility (MTIF)
- Medilink Midlands
- Midlands Engine Health
- NIHR Nottingham Biomedical Research Centre (BRC)
- University Hospital of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust (UHDB)
Main duties of the job
Specifically, the role will:
- Work closely with the NIHR RehabHRC Director(s), Theme Leads (and particularly the Innovation Pipeline theme leads) and Programme Manager to establish, develop and promote the Innovation Funnel, through which the Rehab HRC will attract new technologies.
- Work closely with NIHR RehabHRC Director(s) and Programme Manager to establish, develop and run the quarterly Innovation Events through which innovators will be able to refine their offerings with support of key HRC experts and stakeholders.
- Support innovators to apply for Rehab HRC project funding (and other funding as appropriate) to further develop their technologies.
- Liaise closely with the HRC Theme leads, Project Leads and HRC research staff to support the delivery of projects including:
- Supporting project planning
- Leading on commissioning of technologies (into clinical/non-clinical studies/evaluations)
- Providing coordination/communication between key stakeholders, including: researchers, companies, suppliers, NHS and social care staff and patients on all aspects of the project progression
About us
With over 18,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation.
Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!
We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description and person specification attached to the advert for the full details of the vacancy.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description and person specification attached to the advert for the full details of the vacancy.
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- Degree & MSc or equivalent in relevant engineering/scientific discipline
- Qualification in project management (e.g. PRINCE2) or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Relevant postgraduate qualification, i.e., Masters or PhD in mental health or health research or MBA.
- Registration as healthcare professional or equivalent
- NHS Clinical Scientist STP training (or training completed to equivalent predecessor schemes)
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable sound & extensive knowledge of medical technology & associated fields
- Substantial healthcare or relevant industrial and/or research experience
- Knowledge of relevant regulatory & technical compliance issues
- Significant successful experience of managing and working with complex cross-functional projects and project teams
- Proven success in engaging, communicating with, influencing and negotiating with senior management and stakeholders.
- Experience or knowledge of developing business cases for Health Technology products or projects.
Desirable
- Knowledge & experience of quality management principles/practices - particularly EN13485 and other related standards
- Engineering experimentation, evaluation, test & metrology experience
- Clinical research experience, including trials compliance, design & management
- Healthcare medical device management experience
- Statistical analysis skills
- Clinical trial/clinical investigation management experience
- Experience of organising conferences, workshops, and symposia.
- Experience of academic writing for reports, lay summaries, project websites and research funding applications.
- Extensive knowledge of the Health Technology ecosystem, principles of commercialisation and pipeline to adoption
Communication and Relationship Skills
Essential
- Excellent report writing and presentation skills
- Ability to communicate highly complex information to a range of audiences, inside and outside the Trust
- Ability to manage, plan and deliver staff training clearly and appropriately
- Good negotiation and persuasion skills
- Strong facilitation skills, with attention to power dynamics and inclusivity.
- Willingness to learn new skills and procedures.
- Flexible team player willing to do what it takes to get the job done; adaptable and enjoys a challenge
Desirable
- Presentation of complex scientific issues to large audiences and/or external organisations
- Able to write articles for peer reviewed journals
- Experience of drafting strategic business cases, writing reports, reviews and implementing recommendations
- Proficiency in using social media, for networking, engagement, and dissemination
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Plan programmes of work that impact within own service and other services, involving a wide range of other professionals.
- Project management skills
- Quality management discipline
- Undertake rigorous equipment evaluations in liaison with a wide range of other professionals
Physical skills
Essential
- Advanced keyboard skills
- Manipulate fine tools and equipment to perform precise calibrations and adjustments
Desirable
Other requirements specific to the role
Essential
- Willingness to travel as required for networking, monitoring and engagement activities
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
- oMust be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's "We are here for you" behavioural standards
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- Degree & MSc or equivalent in relevant engineering/scientific discipline
- Qualification in project management (e.g. PRINCE2) or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Relevant postgraduate qualification, i.e., Masters or PhD in mental health or health research or MBA.
- Registration as healthcare professional or equivalent
- NHS Clinical Scientist STP training (or training completed to equivalent predecessor schemes)
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable sound & extensive knowledge of medical technology & associated fields
- Substantial healthcare or relevant industrial and/or research experience
- Knowledge of relevant regulatory & technical compliance issues
- Significant successful experience of managing and working with complex cross-functional projects and project teams
- Proven success in engaging, communicating with, influencing and negotiating with senior management and stakeholders.
- Experience or knowledge of developing business cases for Health Technology products or projects.
Desirable
- Knowledge & experience of quality management principles/practices - particularly EN13485 and other related standards
- Engineering experimentation, evaluation, test & metrology experience
- Clinical research experience, including trials compliance, design & management
- Healthcare medical device management experience
- Statistical analysis skills
- Clinical trial/clinical investigation management experience
- Experience of organising conferences, workshops, and symposia.
- Experience of academic writing for reports, lay summaries, project websites and research funding applications.
- Extensive knowledge of the Health Technology ecosystem, principles of commercialisation and pipeline to adoption
Communication and Relationship Skills
Essential
- Excellent report writing and presentation skills
- Ability to communicate highly complex information to a range of audiences, inside and outside the Trust
- Ability to manage, plan and deliver staff training clearly and appropriately
- Good negotiation and persuasion skills
- Strong facilitation skills, with attention to power dynamics and inclusivity.
- Willingness to learn new skills and procedures.
- Flexible team player willing to do what it takes to get the job done; adaptable and enjoys a challenge
Desirable
- Presentation of complex scientific issues to large audiences and/or external organisations
- Able to write articles for peer reviewed journals
- Experience of drafting strategic business cases, writing reports, reviews and implementing recommendations
- Proficiency in using social media, for networking, engagement, and dissemination
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Plan programmes of work that impact within own service and other services, involving a wide range of other professionals.
- Project management skills
- Quality management discipline
- Undertake rigorous equipment evaluations in liaison with a wide range of other professionals
Physical skills
Essential
- Advanced keyboard skills
- Manipulate fine tools and equipment to perform precise calibrations and adjustments
Desirable
Other requirements specific to the role
Essential
- Willingness to travel as required for networking, monitoring and engagement activities
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
- oMust be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's "We are here for you" behavioural standards
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts
Address
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust, Queen's Medical Centre Campus
Derby Road
Nottingham
NG7 2UH
Employer's website
https://www.nuh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)