Job summary
We are seeking an exceptional individual to take on the role of CRF General Manager to provide strong operational leadership to the Royal Free CRF.
The General Manager is responsible for the overall efficient and effective operation of the CRF including delivery of the CRF's early phase portfolio and facilitating a seamless service for users of the CRF from across the Trust.
Main duties of the job
Provide oversight and management of all clinical research projects from first contact with the CRF to completion, ensuring the smooth running of the trial and compliance with regulatory and contractual requirements. Ensure that studies are set up in a timely manner, relevant service support departments are consulted, costings are completed and within set timeframes.
Lead on workforce and financial planning for the CRF and ensure the provision of high quality operational support services. Oversight of the application process for researchers applying to use the CRF, and reviewing financial and operational implications of applications to use the CRF, liaising and negotiating with negotiators as necessary.
About us
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top.
For more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description for more information about this role and working at royal free London NHS foundation Trust
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description for more information about this role and working at royal free London NHS foundation Trust
Person Specification
Knowledge & Qualifications
Essential
- First level degree or equivalent experience
- Educated to Masters level or equivalent experience
- Management qualification or equivalent experience
- Up to date knowledge of governance and regulatory requirments of conducting clinical research including an understanding of the principles of ICH GCP
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Extensive general management experience in NHS or equivalent healthcare or clinical research setting
- Experience in business and strategic planning and the interpretation of NHS and service policy to support proposals
- Experience of effective management of budget
- Relevant experience in change management
- Wide experience in developing successful business cases to support service plans and strategy
- Line management skills and experience
Desirable
- Experience of the conduct, governance and regulation of clinical research in an NHS or industry setting
Communication
Essential
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to handle complex, sensitive or contentious information during discussion with individual or groups
Person Specification
Knowledge & Qualifications
Essential
- First level degree or equivalent experience
- Educated to Masters level or equivalent experience
- Management qualification or equivalent experience
- Up to date knowledge of governance and regulatory requirments of conducting clinical research including an understanding of the principles of ICH GCP
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Extensive general management experience in NHS or equivalent healthcare or clinical research setting
- Experience in business and strategic planning and the interpretation of NHS and service policy to support proposals
- Experience of effective management of budget
- Relevant experience in change management
- Wide experience in developing successful business cases to support service plans and strategy
- Line management skills and experience
Desirable
- Experience of the conduct, governance and regulation of clinical research in an NHS or industry setting
Communication
Essential
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to handle complex, sensitive or contentious information during discussion with individual or groups
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).
