Job summary
The UCL/UCLH Joint Research Office (Research and Development) is undergoing an exciting period of expansion and development and is responsible for managing a large, internationally recognized portfolio of research activity. The focus is on translational and clinical research - taking advances in basic medical research out of the laboratory and into the clinical setting to directly benefit patient care. The JRO currently manages an extensive portfolio (2000+ studies) of research and this role will involve working with other JRO teams to ensure the highest quality standards are achieved in relation to Research Management and Governance and Sponsorship requirements.
The post-holder will be based at the UCL/UCLH Joint Research Office (JRO) and will act as a facilitator in the review of research studies sponsored by UCL or UCLH (with the exception of Clinical Trials of Medicinal Products).
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will ensure UCL and UCLH studies supported from grant application, through to sponsorship approval and initiation at sites. The post holder will ensure studies meet regulatory and other obligations as Sponsor. The post-holder will be required to work autonomously and will be required to manage their own day-to-day workload, prioritising as needed.
The portfolio for which this post holder is responsible will include (but is not restricted to) surgical and interventional studies, basic science studies involving procedures with human participants, observational studies, studies administering questionnaires/interviews, studies involving qualitative methods, studies limited to working with human tissue samples (or other human biological samples), working with data, and research tissue banks, and databases.
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:
- University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)
- National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
- Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals
- University College Hospital Grafton Way Building
- Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine
- University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
- The Hospital for Tropical Diseases
- University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
At UCLH, we have a real 'One Team' ethos, and our values - safety, kindness, teamwork and improving, are central to the way we work. This is supported by our staff, who voted us as the #1 NHS Acute Trust to work for in the whole of England.
Job description
Job responsibilities
In addition, the post-holder will act as a point of contact for all clinical research governance queries from investigators, sponsors and research support staff at UCL and UCLH. Expert knowledge of the Research Governance Framework, Health Research Authority, Human Tissue Act, Data Protection and other regulatory and legal requirements relating to research is required.
The post holder will be required to maintain a good working relationship and a high level of customer service with JRO teams and external stakeholders.
For more information regarding the main responsibilities of the role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Job description
Job responsibilities
In addition, the post-holder will act as a point of contact for all clinical research governance queries from investigators, sponsors and research support staff at UCL and UCLH. Expert knowledge of the Research Governance Framework, Health Research Authority, Human Tissue Act, Data Protection and other regulatory and legal requirements relating to research is required.
The post holder will be required to maintain a good working relationship and a high level of customer service with JRO teams and external stakeholders.
For more information regarding the main responsibilities of the role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Person Specification
Knowledge & Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level or equivalent
- Knowledge and detailed understanding of national R&D priorities and developments
- Expert knowledge and practical application of the UK Research Governance Framework and ethics procedures
- Knowledge of legislation and regulation relevant to healthcare research
- Knowledge of DOH, NIHR, Research Council and Charity funding streams
Experience
Essential
- Relevant and proven experience in review of research studies for Sponsorship in the UK.
- Experience in applying relevant legislation to the set-up of research for sponsorship
- Relevant research management experience in NHS, Academic or Industry
- Data analytical skills (both quantitative and qualitative) including the analysis of multiple sources of information to ensure compliance with targets and performance indicators
- Dissemination of complex, specialist information to internal and external stakeholders
- Allocation of tasks and projects to others and supervision of outcomes
- Analysing practices and implementing policies or systems to improve outcomes
- Formal Presentations
Desirable
- Experience in compiling and submitting research grant or other funding applications
- Experience in Project Management
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Evidence of complex relationship building with stakeholders
- Advanced numeracy and problem solving skills
- Experience of working with Microsoft, Word, Excel and PowerPoint .
- Experience of using databases and of data anal ytical skills including the analysis of multiple sources of information to ensure compliance with targets and regulatory requirements
- Initiating and delivery projects to targets
- Ability to prioritise conflicting and changing demands
- Ability to work independently and on own initiative
- Experience of delivering training to healthcare or research professionals
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Excellent communication skills, written and verbal
- Strong desire to share best practice and find improvements in service delivery
- Flexible approach
- Team Player
Other requirements
Essential
- Familiarity with medical terminology
Desirable
- Proven ability to proactively drive forward change and develop new systems and processes for working
Person Specification
Knowledge & Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level or equivalent
- Knowledge and detailed understanding of national R&D priorities and developments
- Expert knowledge and practical application of the UK Research Governance Framework and ethics procedures
- Knowledge of legislation and regulation relevant to healthcare research
- Knowledge of DOH, NIHR, Research Council and Charity funding streams
Experience
Essential
- Relevant and proven experience in review of research studies for Sponsorship in the UK.
- Experience in applying relevant legislation to the set-up of research for sponsorship
- Relevant research management experience in NHS, Academic or Industry
- Data analytical skills (both quantitative and qualitative) including the analysis of multiple sources of information to ensure compliance with targets and performance indicators
- Dissemination of complex, specialist information to internal and external stakeholders
- Allocation of tasks and projects to others and supervision of outcomes
- Analysing practices and implementing policies or systems to improve outcomes
- Formal Presentations
Desirable
- Experience in compiling and submitting research grant or other funding applications
- Experience in Project Management
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Evidence of complex relationship building with stakeholders
- Advanced numeracy and problem solving skills
- Experience of working with Microsoft, Word, Excel and PowerPoint .
- Experience of using databases and of data anal ytical skills including the analysis of multiple sources of information to ensure compliance with targets and regulatory requirements
- Initiating and delivery projects to targets
- Ability to prioritise conflicting and changing demands
- Ability to work independently and on own initiative
- Experience of delivering training to healthcare or research professionals
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Excellent communication skills, written and verbal
- Strong desire to share best practice and find improvements in service delivery
- Flexible approach
- Team Player
Other requirements
Essential
- Familiarity with medical terminology
Desirable
- Proven ability to proactively drive forward change and develop new systems and processes for working
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).
