Research Assistant MyOP Project

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

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Job summary

A fixed term opportunity has arisen to lead the qualitative evaluation of a digital prehabilitation App (MyOp).This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with experience of evaluating digital applications to work with an internationally renowned team.

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

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.

Date posted

19 April 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£25,147 to £27,596 a year Per annum pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

10 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

188-AC6006

Job locations

University Hospital Southampton

Tremona Road

Southampton

SO14 2AA


Job description

Job responsibilities

Must have experience of evaluating digital apps, and be confident in undertaking and analysing qualitative interviews.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Must have experience of evaluating digital apps, and be confident in undertaking and analysing qualitative interviews.

Person Specification

Trust Values

Essential

  • Patients First
  • Always Improving
  • Working Together

Qualifications, knowledge and experience

Essential

  • 'A' Level/NVQ3 or equivalent in a relevant subject area
  • Complete Care Certificate or NVQ3/ foundation degree in Healthcare-related subject
  • Evidence of continuing professional development and willingness to undertake further training.
  • Significant relevant clinical experience in a patient-facing healthcare clinical role
  • Experience of data management Interest in clinical research.
  • Ability to work as part of a team, work under own initiative and independently outside the dept without direct supervision.
  • Able to prioritise tasks and cope with deadlines
  • An understanding of confidentiality issues
  • Ability to work in a large, open plan office where there may be noise distractions
  • Willing to travel to various locations in and around Southampton

Desirable

  • Degree/ higher education or equivalent
  • Experience of clinical research.
  • IT related qualifications
  • ICH GCP Trained
  • Venesection experience/ willingness to learn

Skills and competencies

Essential

  • Admin and clerical skills
  • Advanced keyboard skills
  • Advanced Microsoft Office skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Communication
  • Concentration
  • Data entry
  • General IT skills
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Organisational skills
Person Specification

Trust Values

Essential

  • Patients First
  • Always Improving
  • Working Together

Qualifications, knowledge and experience

Essential

  • 'A' Level/NVQ3 or equivalent in a relevant subject area
  • Complete Care Certificate or NVQ3/ foundation degree in Healthcare-related subject
  • Evidence of continuing professional development and willingness to undertake further training.
  • Significant relevant clinical experience in a patient-facing healthcare clinical role
  • Experience of data management Interest in clinical research.
  • Ability to work as part of a team, work under own initiative and independently outside the dept without direct supervision.
  • Able to prioritise tasks and cope with deadlines
  • An understanding of confidentiality issues
  • Ability to work in a large, open plan office where there may be noise distractions
  • Willing to travel to various locations in and around Southampton

Desirable

  • Degree/ higher education or equivalent
  • Experience of clinical research.
  • IT related qualifications
  • ICH GCP Trained
  • Venesection experience/ willingness to learn

Skills and competencies

Essential

  • Admin and clerical skills
  • Advanced keyboard skills
  • Advanced Microsoft Office skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Communication
  • Concentration
  • Data entry
  • General IT skills
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Organisational skills

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital Southampton

Tremona Road

Southampton

SO14 2AA


Employer's website

https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital Southampton

Tremona Road

Southampton

SO14 2AA


Employer's website

https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)


For questions about the job, contact:

POM Lead Nurse

Imogen Fecher-Jones

imogen.fecher@uhs.nhs.uk

Date posted

19 April 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£25,147 to £27,596 a year Per annum pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

10 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

188-AC6006

Job locations

University Hospital Southampton

Tremona Road

Southampton

SO14 2AA


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