Job summary
The University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS) is one of the UK's most successful healthcare organisations. Clinical research is a core activity of the Trust and UHS aims to become one the top 10 clinical research NHS organisations in the UK.
Southampton is a world leading centre for translational research. Building on the success of the Southampton NIHR Biomedical Research Centre in Nutrition, Lifecourse and Metabolism, Respiratory and Allergy Medicine, Data Health and Society, Microbiology, Infection and Immunity, Data Health and Society and Perioperative and Critical Care in recognition of the world class research, the Trust and University of Southampton partnership has recently been awarded £25 Million Research Funding.
Main duties of the job
Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.
About us
What we can offer you
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Your Responsibilities
What youll do
Working closely with the Biomedical Research Centre Director, Theme Leads and Management Board, the Senior Programme manager will be responsible for operational delivery of research programmes and related infrastructure and input intellectually in strategic developments.Whilst not essential, understanding and experience of the specialist area of Research will be advantageous.
What were looking for
The BRC is now seeking an individual of outstanding ability with strategic vision for the position of Biomedical Research Centre Senior Programme Manager to manage the 2022 2027 award. The successful candidate will have strong leadership and management skills and evidence of delivering large programmes of work regionally, nationally, or internationally, within budget and on time.
Additional information
Interviews will be held on Tuesday, 14 March 2023
Job description
Job responsibilities
Your Responsibilities
What youll do
Working closely with the Biomedical Research Centre Director, Theme Leads and Management Board, the Senior Programme manager will be responsible for operational delivery of research programmes and related infrastructure and input intellectually in strategic developments.Whilst not essential, understanding and experience of the specialist area of Research will be advantageous.
What were looking for
The BRC is now seeking an individual of outstanding ability with strategic vision for the position of Biomedical Research Centre Senior Programme Manager to manage the 2022 2027 award. The successful candidate will have strong leadership and management skills and evidence of delivering large programmes of work regionally, nationally, or internationally, within budget and on time.
Additional information
Interviews will be held on Tuesday, 14 March 2023
Person Specification
Qualifications / training required
Essential
- First degree or equivalent
- Evidence of post-qualification study/professional development to masters level (post grad certificate/MBA/MSc) or equivalent general management experience.
- Specialist qualification
- Leadership training
- Management training
- Research Training
Previous or relevant experience necessary
Essential
- Experience of working competently in a large research active healthcare or equivalent setting in a senior operational delivery/management position.
- Demonstrable knowledge of the National Institute of Health Research
- Evidence of advanced leadership qualities
- Minimum 3 years' experience in research
- Demonstrable comprehensive knowledge of national and local clinical research agenda
- Evidence of presenting complex information to internal and external groups in an understandable way
- Evidence of successful leadership, management and engagement of cross disciplinary teams to facilitate collaborative working creating an interdependent environment.
- Experience of leading change through empowering people and holding them to account.
- Report writing skills and experience
- Experience of successful of budget management and evidence of achieving financial and finite resource targets
Desirable
- Understanding of specialist area
- Experience of operational working in the NHS
- Project Management experience
- Knowledge of PPI and EDI programmes
Aptitudes and skills required
Essential
- Ability to analyse complex problems and develop practical and workable solutions to address them
- Demonstrate a common-sense approach, when advising and influencing internal and external colleagues
- Articulate with highly developed communication skills with the ability to network and build relationships at all levels, including interpersonal skills, liaison, and negotiation skills
- Computer literacy (Excel; Microsoft Word; PowerPoint; email)
- High level of work organisation with the ability to meet strict deadlines, within resources available
- Able to develop and implement policy, guidelines, and projects from initiation to completion
Values and behaviours
Essential
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Motivated and enthusiastic with excellent interpersonal skills
- Assertive yet approachable
- Personal drive and initiative
- Able to work independently and meet tight deadlines
- Ability to think strategically and see the "global picture"
Outside Interests
Essential
- Evidence of work/life balance
Person Specification
Qualifications / training required
Essential
- First degree or equivalent
- Evidence of post-qualification study/professional development to masters level (post grad certificate/MBA/MSc) or equivalent general management experience.
- Specialist qualification
- Leadership training
- Management training
- Research Training
Previous or relevant experience necessary
Essential
- Experience of working competently in a large research active healthcare or equivalent setting in a senior operational delivery/management position.
- Demonstrable knowledge of the National Institute of Health Research
- Evidence of advanced leadership qualities
- Minimum 3 years' experience in research
- Demonstrable comprehensive knowledge of national and local clinical research agenda
- Evidence of presenting complex information to internal and external groups in an understandable way
- Evidence of successful leadership, management and engagement of cross disciplinary teams to facilitate collaborative working creating an interdependent environment.
- Experience of leading change through empowering people and holding them to account.
- Report writing skills and experience
- Experience of successful of budget management and evidence of achieving financial and finite resource targets
Desirable
- Understanding of specialist area
- Experience of operational working in the NHS
- Project Management experience
- Knowledge of PPI and EDI programmes
Aptitudes and skills required
Essential
- Ability to analyse complex problems and develop practical and workable solutions to address them
- Demonstrate a common-sense approach, when advising and influencing internal and external colleagues
- Articulate with highly developed communication skills with the ability to network and build relationships at all levels, including interpersonal skills, liaison, and negotiation skills
- Computer literacy (Excel; Microsoft Word; PowerPoint; email)
- High level of work organisation with the ability to meet strict deadlines, within resources available
- Able to develop and implement policy, guidelines, and projects from initiation to completion
Values and behaviours
Essential
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Motivated and enthusiastic with excellent interpersonal skills
- Assertive yet approachable
- Personal drive and initiative
- Able to work independently and meet tight deadlines
- Ability to think strategically and see the "global picture"
Outside Interests
Essential
- Evidence of work/life balance
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).
