Job summary
FIXED TERM 49 MONTHS
Born in Bradford (BiB) is an internationally acclaimed applied research programme which vision to promote a healthier, fairer future for children living in deprived areas. Between 2007-2011 we recruited over 12,500 families to our Born in Bradford birth cohort and have been following the lives of children born to these families ever since. Our oldest Born in Bradford children are now reaching adolescence and on are experiencing a number of key life transitions seeing them progress through adolescence, secondary education and into young adulthood. These are critical periods shaping life-long mental health, cardio-metabolic risk and inequalities, however they are poorly understood.
We are embarking on the next exciting phase of our journey called 'Born in Bradford: Age of Wonder'. This will involve following 30,000 young people in Bradford (including the original BiB cohort and their peers) until age 21 working closely with schools, youth and community organisations to better understand how to keep young people health and happy and to reduce inequalities. We will collaborate internationally to broad-ranging research and discovery science and promote rapid application to policy/practice.
Main duties of the job
The post is on a fixed term contract for 4 years, and will based across research sites in Bradford, including Bradford Institute for Health Research, Bradford Royal Infirmary. Part time working will be considered, with a minimum of 3.5 days.
For informal enquiries, please contact Dr Katy Shire, BiB Age of Wonder Programme Manager: katy.shire@bthft.nhs.uk or Professor Rosie McEachan, Born in Bradford Director, rosie.mceachan@bthft.nhs.uk
We can offer staff gymnasiums on both hospital sites, excellent pension scheme and advice on childcare.
Closing Date: 07.05.23 (This date may change dependent on the response)
About us
At Bradford Teaching Hospitals we're passionate about providing outstanding care for the people of the Bradford district and communities across the North of England. We're keen to meet people interested in sharing our passion and helping us continue to deliver the highest quality of care to our patients.
We're a renowned teaching hospital trust at the forefront of research, education and development, with a state-of-the-art simulation and skills training centre on site.
In short, we can help you lift your career to the next level. We've received huge investment to improve patient care which means we have truly world-class facilities including a brand new neonatal suite, state-of-the-art intensive care unit, a newly refurbished A&E department, new children's unit and a welcoming, modern atrium and reception area for staff and visitors.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information about the role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information about the role.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of leading projects
- Experience of developing effective and productive working relationships within and beyond own organisation
- Research experience in the field of applied health and/or education research
- Experience of managing people
- Experience of collating and reporting performance and output information
Desirable
- Experience of organising, conducting or managing research in an NHS /academic, education or local government setting
- Experience of implementing interventional or observational studies
- Expertise in undertaking and analysing qualitative research
- Previous experience of implementing citizen science or school based activities in relation to health and or / education
- Experience of organising and facilitating conferences and workshop events
Skills
Essential
- Project management skills
- Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills
- Computer literate and knowledge of key software packages
- Ability to motivate staff and implement best practice
- Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
- Able to work flexibly, on own initiative and under pressure
- Ability to prioritise and time-manage
Desirable
- Ability to translate a strategic overview in to operational plans
- Demonstrated facilitative and negotiating skills
Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrated facilitative and negotiating skills
- Working knowledge of ethics applications and research governance
Desirable
- An academic track record of peer reviewed publications
- Successful grant applications
Qualifications
Essential
- Postgraduate qualification in public health or education related studies*
Desirable
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of leading projects
- Experience of developing effective and productive working relationships within and beyond own organisation
- Research experience in the field of applied health and/or education research
- Experience of managing people
- Experience of collating and reporting performance and output information
Desirable
- Experience of organising, conducting or managing research in an NHS /academic, education or local government setting
- Experience of implementing interventional or observational studies
- Expertise in undertaking and analysing qualitative research
- Previous experience of implementing citizen science or school based activities in relation to health and or / education
- Experience of organising and facilitating conferences and workshop events
Skills
Essential
- Project management skills
- Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills
- Computer literate and knowledge of key software packages
- Ability to motivate staff and implement best practice
- Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
- Able to work flexibly, on own initiative and under pressure
- Ability to prioritise and time-manage
Desirable
- Ability to translate a strategic overview in to operational plans
- Demonstrated facilitative and negotiating skills
Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrated facilitative and negotiating skills
- Working knowledge of ethics applications and research governance
Desirable
- An academic track record of peer reviewed publications
- Successful grant applications
Qualifications
Essential
- Postgraduate qualification in public health or education related studies*
Desirable
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
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).
