Research & Innovation Funding Development Manager (XN07)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Overview of the Organisation

Leeds Teaching Hospitals

The role of Grant Funding and Development Manager will sit within the Research and Innovation CSU which supports research delivery across multiple clinical teams and Key Support Services within the Trust. As part of the central R&I infrastructure, the role will sit within the R&I Business Team which is located in the Research and Innovation Building at St Jamess Hospital. Other members of staff in this team include Business Managers, Assistant Business Managers, Contracts Manager and administrative staff. The team supports the business functions of R&I.

The postholder will also work closely with the Innovation team, based in the Innovation Pop-Up at Leeds General Infirmary.

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JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Purpose

The Leeds Teaching Hospitals Research & Innovation Department strategy aims to increase the volume of research carried out in the organisation. One of its key targets is to increase the amount of research funded through grants and the associated grant income. The purpose of this role is to grow the portfolio of grants from government (NIHR, Research and Innovation UK), EU and other research funders through strategic engagement with funders and identification of relevant funding opportunities.

The post-holder will be responsible for identifying and communicating relevant funding opportunities to staff across the Trust. They will co-ordinate and manage the bid development process (particularly for major bids) and help build knowledge within research-active staff of how to craft successful research funding bids. They will need to nurture constructive relationships with clinical staff and other members of the Trust, other NHS Research Departments, research funders and staff working with the University of Leeds and other Higher Education Institutes (HEIs).

The post holder will work in partnership with the Leeds Hospitals Charity, the Charitable arm of Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust to run their programme of research grant funding calls and work tactically with them to leverage funding for research from the wider charity sector and via Leeds Hospital Charity own philanthropic fund-raising activities.

Job Dimensions

To work as part of the Research and Innovation team leading on the identification and communication of relevant funding opportunities in line with the priorities identified in the Research and Innovation strategy, key research themes and priorities as identified with Research & Innovation Leads from each Clinical Service Unit.

Working in a matrix environment across multiple teams, actively work with them to open up and expand high priority research collaborations, to win new business and diversify research income sources.

Work with the Leeds Hospital Charity Head of Partnerships to source funding or co-funding for research projects from Leeds Hospital Charity and/or the wider charity sector and identify opportunities for Leeds Hospital Charity to raise funds for specific project opportunities,

The Leeds Way Values

endeavours following are core values which relate specifically to this post:

Strategic Influencing

Intellectual Flexibility

Seizing the Future

Drive for Results

Political Astuteness

Self-Belief

Self-Management

Core Behaviours and Skills

Abides by the Trust policy on standards of business conduct.

Committed to continuous active personal development involving formal training and personal study.

Can evaluate strengths and weaknesses of individuals, teams, systems and processes.

With others, formulates plans and strategies for increasing research income into the Trust.

Applies expert knowledge to influence local policy and participate in policy / service development programmes which impact outside own area.

Innovative and adaptable to changing priorities.

Develops effective working relationships with all professional contacts in all disciplines.

Works to a high degree of accuracy within tight deadlines.

A high level of integrity and honesty.

An effective communicator able to convey highly complex concepts and data to staff at all levels, ensuring its accurate and effective use.

Analyses, interprets and resolves complex information problems without precedent.

Systematically appraises all available options considering all factors and implications.

Forms reasoned judgement and argument, and able to defend a position when challenged.

Interprets and applies national policy, guidance and definitions to local systems and processes.

Principal Duties and Areas of Responsibility

Key areas include: -

Research Funding Intelligence to identify funding and collaborative opportunities

Communicating funding opportunities

Providing guidance and support

Research planning, including networking and collaboration

Supporting the development of research proposals, including working with Research Governance and Finance

Special Working Conditions

Specific Working Conditions include, extended and frequent use of keyboard and mouse over long periods, complex problem-solving travel across sites and occasionally to other organisations.

Person Specification

Essential

Masters or equivalent qualification/experience is essential

Evidence of continuous professional development

Demonstrable knowledge and understanding of Health Research

Evidence of negotiation skills and the ability to co-ordinate multi-professional groups, including clinical professionals and academics

Evidence of operational planning and implementation

Knowledge of research funding landscape and application process

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work as part of a team

Self-starter with a proactive, can-do attitude and demonstrable leadership skills

High quality interpersonal and negotiation skills

Desirable

Experience of statistical analysis

Project management qualification

Experience of securing research funding (particularly from NIHR and charities)

Experience in developing research strategies and supporting their delivery

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.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Undergraduate degree and/or demonstrable significant relevant experience commensurate with this post
• Masters or other postgraduate qualification

Other Criteria

Essential

• Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post (with reasonable adjustments if necessary)
• Evidence of Continuous Professional Development - including attendance at relevant conferences/workshops

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable knowledge and understanding of Health Research.
• Evidence of negotiation skills and the ability to co-ordinate multi-professional groups, including clinical professionals and academics.
• Evidence of understanding the research funding environment.
• Knowledge of research funding landscape and application process
• Evidence of operational planning and implementation.

Skills & behaviours

Essential

• High quality interpersonal skills
• High quality negotiation skills
• A proactive approach to customer service and relationship management
• Leadership and mentoring skills
• Time management
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Attention to detail
• Ability to adapt to a changing work environment
• Report writing
• Financial analysis and reporting
• Ability to efficiently use computer and computer programmes such as Microsoft office

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Leeds Teaching Hospitals

Address

St. James's University Hospital

Beckett Street

Leeds

LS9 7TF

Employer's website

https://www.leedsth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)