Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a part-time Research and Innovation Specialist Practitioner.The post duration is for 12 months initially, with an extension for up to 48 months upon mutual agreement.
This is an excellent opportunity for career development, ideal for a Senior Nurse or AHP. The successful candidate will be working within the Critical Care Research Team at the Royal Liverpool University Hospital, with flexibility to work across other areas of research on all LUHFT sites.
Training, support and mentorship will be provided for the innovation and research component throughout the duration of the post.The Critical Care research portfolio includes NIHR supported studies ranging from sepsis trials to perioperative studies ,research on organ failure and long-term outcomes of critical illness.
We have an interest in researching cardiovascular dysfunction during and after acute illness and hold several major grants covering arrhythmias, cardiovascular monitoring, rehabilitation, and vascular disease including stroke.
We closely collaborate with acute specialties including anaesthesia, emergency medicine, infectious diseases and haematology, having a proven track record in successfully recruiting into CRN portfolio studies.
Our external collaborators include University of Liverpool, the Liverpool Centre for Cardiovascular Science, the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine, Queens' University Belfast, and various commercial sponsors.
Main duties of the job
The postholder will be involved in improvement activities around the innovation processframework and will gain experience in conducting innovation centred evaluation studies, gainknowledge of innovation methodology, governance (MHRA applications, new technique,new device governance), supporting grant applications for innovation and research activitiesand competitions, support applications to the Health Research Authority, the NationalResearch Ethics Committee and the New Technology and Device Group in collaboration withthe trust's corporate innovation team.This post will specifically cover two projects to develop and conduct research and innovationprojects promoting digital health:Cognishine a mixed methods feasibility study of web-based therapy sessions.NOTE-AF: Intelligent Monitoring to Predict Atrial Fibrillation, implements a mixed methodsstudy about patient acceptability and usability for health care professionals of a novel remotemonitoring device with automated alert function (WARD24).These projects will be approved in line with the research governance framework at LUHFTand thus requires knowledge of compliance with both innovation and research pathways.The role provides support in becoming an independent investigator, e. g. by registration andcompletion of the associate PI scheme (https://www.nihr.ac.uk/health-and-careprofessionals/career-development/associate-principal-investigator-scheme.htm) and todevelop as lead applicant for major funding streams.
About us
Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust was created on 1 October 2019 following the merger of two adult acute Trusts, Aintree University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and the Royal Liverpool and Broadgreen University Hospitals NHS Trust.
The merger provides an opportunity to reconfigure services in a way that provides the best healthcare services to the city and improves the quality of care and health outcomes that patients experience.
The Trust runs Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital, Liverpool University Dental Hospital and the Royal Liverpool University Hospital.
It serves a core population of around 630,000 people across Merseyside as well as providing a range of highly specialist services to a catchment area of more than two million people in the North West region and beyond.
To hear more about our achievements click herehttps://www.liverpoolft.nhs.uk/media/13089/1606-annual-report-booklet_final.pdf
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Job description
Job responsibilities
The research and innovation specialist practitioner must be a strong advocate forresearch and patients and will be responsible for the day to day running of researchstudies including screening of potential patients, recruiting patients into studies accordingto agreed protocols, assisting in the informed consent process and management of allthe study related data and provide effective support to research participants. Extensiveexperience in Critical Care and/or High Dependency Units is essential.
The successful applicant must be enthusiastic with the ability to work independently andflexibily, to prioritise their own workload and to communicate effectively with all membersof the research and multidisciplinary team with the ability to meet deadlines to recruitpatients in line with targets and to contribute to ongoing research and innovation projects.
Successful contribution to these projects and may result in authorship of peer-reviewedinternational publications and/or presentations at a national or international conference.Special support will be provided for the post holders who wish to pursue a career inacademic medicine or any long term commitment in research and innovation.
All clinical research activity must be compliant and conducted in accordance withEuropean Union (EU) Directive, ICH/GCP International Conference on Harmonisationand Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
After 12 months the post holder should demonstrate
- Understanding of research methodologies, being able to screen and recruitpatients studies.- Understand Innovation methodologies and processes in device research.- Support writing research and innovation protocol and study documents.- Lead evaluation studies with support from the research and innovation teams.- Support and lead on generation of preliminary data for further fundingapplications, including audits, service evaluation and retrospective data analysis.- Contribute to managerial responsibilities such as process, policy, and frameworkdevelopment
Job description
Job responsibilities
The research and innovation specialist practitioner must be a strong advocate forresearch and patients and will be responsible for the day to day running of researchstudies including screening of potential patients, recruiting patients into studies accordingto agreed protocols, assisting in the informed consent process and management of allthe study related data and provide effective support to research participants. Extensiveexperience in Critical Care and/or High Dependency Units is essential.
The successful applicant must be enthusiastic with the ability to work independently andflexibily, to prioritise their own workload and to communicate effectively with all membersof the research and multidisciplinary team with the ability to meet deadlines to recruitpatients in line with targets and to contribute to ongoing research and innovation projects.
Successful contribution to these projects and may result in authorship of peer-reviewedinternational publications and/or presentations at a national or international conference.Special support will be provided for the post holders who wish to pursue a career inacademic medicine or any long term commitment in research and innovation.
All clinical research activity must be compliant and conducted in accordance withEuropean Union (EU) Directive, ICH/GCP International Conference on Harmonisationand Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
After 12 months the post holder should demonstrate
- Understanding of research methodologies, being able to screen and recruitpatients studies.- Understand Innovation methodologies and processes in device research.- Support writing research and innovation protocol and study documents.- Lead evaluation studies with support from the research and innovation teams.- Support and lead on generation of preliminary data for further fundingapplications, including audits, service evaluation and retrospective data analysis.- Contribute to managerial responsibilities such as process, policy, and frameworkdevelopment
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN/ AHP
- University Degree in Health Care related field or equivalent
- Attendance of recent short courses and/or study days on research
- Post Graduate Qualification in Nursing or Research
Desirable
- Certificate in Clinical Research
- Clinical Examination Course
Experience
Essential
- Significant additional experience in relevant area
- Previous experience within the research speciality
- Experience of co-ordinating clinical research studies
- Clinical experience / qualification in venepuncture, IV cannulation and interpretation of investigations
- Experience of liaison with staff at all levels in the Health Service, Universities and Industry
Desirable
- Experience of leading the development of research projects (protocols and study documentation) and negotiating research funding
- Experience of patient education and counselling, e.g. providing lifestyle advice
- Supervision of staff/teams & Appraisal & interviewing skills
Knowledge
Essential
- Attendance of recent short courses and/or study days on research
- Knowledge of the principles and practice of clinical research and/or clinical trials
- Understanding of the role & responsibilities of a Clinical Research Nurse
- Knowledge of ethical and quality standards applicable to clinical trials, including EU Directive on ICH GCP requirements
- Understanding of the relevance of research to health care delivery and the ability to demonstrate knowledge of the specific research subject
Desirable
- Knowledge of the Health Service, R&D, the pharmaceutical industry partnership and relevant information sciences
Skills
Essential
- Ability to use a personal computer, (computer literacy and proficiency in MS Office / EDCL)
- Skills in administration of research and project management
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN/ AHP
- University Degree in Health Care related field or equivalent
- Attendance of recent short courses and/or study days on research
- Post Graduate Qualification in Nursing or Research
Desirable
- Certificate in Clinical Research
- Clinical Examination Course
Experience
Essential
- Significant additional experience in relevant area
- Previous experience within the research speciality
- Experience of co-ordinating clinical research studies
- Clinical experience / qualification in venepuncture, IV cannulation and interpretation of investigations
- Experience of liaison with staff at all levels in the Health Service, Universities and Industry
Desirable
- Experience of leading the development of research projects (protocols and study documentation) and negotiating research funding
- Experience of patient education and counselling, e.g. providing lifestyle advice
- Supervision of staff/teams & Appraisal & interviewing skills
Knowledge
Essential
- Attendance of recent short courses and/or study days on research
- Knowledge of the principles and practice of clinical research and/or clinical trials
- Understanding of the role & responsibilities of a Clinical Research Nurse
- Knowledge of ethical and quality standards applicable to clinical trials, including EU Directive on ICH GCP requirements
- Understanding of the relevance of research to health care delivery and the ability to demonstrate knowledge of the specific research subject
Desirable
- Knowledge of the Health Service, R&D, the pharmaceutical industry partnership and relevant information sciences
Skills
Essential
- Ability to use a personal computer, (computer literacy and proficiency in MS Office / EDCL)
- Skills in administration of research and project management
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).
