Job summary
The UCL and 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 projects and this role will involve working with other JRO teams to ensure the highest quality standards are achieved in relation to legal review and contracts management involved in research studies.
Reporting to the Head of Research Contracts, a talented individual is sought to help provide legal advice to Research and Development (R & D); prepare and manage a wide range of agreements connected to biomedical research including but not limited to commercial research.
Main duties of the job
A self-starter, you will have excellent organisational skills with a proven understanding of research management and governance. You will also be pragmatic and have proven ability to communicate effectively with senior clinicians, academic staff and other health service professionals to help deliver this challenging agenda within a dynamic multi-disciplinary environment.
The post holder will be required to maintain a good working relationship and a high level of customer service with R & D teams, specifically will provide support to a team of Contracts Managers, and external stakeholders.
For an informal discussion please contact Rosario Bautista, acting on behalf the Head of Research Contracts, Joint Research Office via email at r.bautista@ucl.ac.uk
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:
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.
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
*In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row.
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.
This vacancy has been advertised in accordance with the new NHS pay rate which will take effect from autumn 2024. Please note if your employment starts before the 24/25 pay scales are implemented you will be paid under the 23/24 pay scales and any backpay will be adjusted accordingly. Further information can be found at https://www.nhsemployers.org/articles/pay-scales-202425
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
*In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row.
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.
This vacancy has been advertised in accordance with the new NHS pay rate which will take effect from autumn 2024. Please note if your employment starts before the 24/25 pay scales are implemented you will be paid under the 23/24 pay scales and any backpay will be adjusted accordingly. Further information can be found at https://www.nhsemployers.org/articles/pay-scales-202425
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- oFirst Degree
- oRelevant post graduate qualification or knowledge of legal procedures and contracts gained through experience
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- oKnowledge and experience of working with research contracts
- oKnowledge of the Medicines for Human Use (Clinical Trials) Regulations; Data Protection Act; Human Tissue Act; Law of confidence; Research Governance Framework
- oKnowledge and/or experience of Intellectual Property
- oUnderstand research principles in biological sciences
Desirable
- o3 Years Project Management
Communication
Essential
- oGood interpersonal/non-confrontational personality
- oAbility to work independently and on own initiative
Desirable
- oAbility to work as part of a team
Personal and People Development
Essential
- The successful candidate will be in charge of their own personal development.
Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Demonstratable understanding of the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion and/or Knowledge of the NHS obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and the Public Sector Equality Duties
Ensure the risk of infection to self, colleagues, patients, relatives and visitors is minimised by:
Essential
- Completing all required training and education (both via e-learning and face to face) on infection prevention and control.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- oFirst Degree
- oRelevant post graduate qualification or knowledge of legal procedures and contracts gained through experience
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- oKnowledge and experience of working with research contracts
- oKnowledge of the Medicines for Human Use (Clinical Trials) Regulations; Data Protection Act; Human Tissue Act; Law of confidence; Research Governance Framework
- oKnowledge and/or experience of Intellectual Property
- oUnderstand research principles in biological sciences
Desirable
- o3 Years Project Management
Communication
Essential
- oGood interpersonal/non-confrontational personality
- oAbility to work independently and on own initiative
Desirable
- oAbility to work as part of a team
Personal and People Development
Essential
- The successful candidate will be in charge of their own personal development.
Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Demonstratable understanding of the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion and/or Knowledge of the NHS obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and the Public Sector Equality Duties
Ensure the risk of infection to self, colleagues, patients, relatives and visitors is minimised by:
Essential
- Completing all required training and education (both via e-learning and face to face) on infection prevention and control.
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).
