Job summary
An incredible opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual to join us at The National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) Children and Young People MedTech Co-operative (CypMedTech)
Hosted by Sheffield Children's Hospital, CypMedTech were established in January 2018. CypMedTech is a centre of expertise funded by the NIHR to act as a catalyst within the NHS for the development of new medical devices, healthcare technologies and technology-dependent interventions.
Main duties of the job
You will join a small team, headed up by our clinical director, Programme Manager and project management team, with support from the Research and Development team.
- Support key personnel within the consortiums to co-ordinate all activities to secure a coherent approach to MIC activities, administration, communication, project development and budget management.
- To support the implementation and ongoing project management of high quality projects and support the delivery of the ongoing portfolio of paediatric based projects.
- To support the Programme Manager and Clinical Director in the delivery of CypMedTech's annual goals.
You must be an efficient autonomous worker, capable of buildingrelationships and fostering team work within the research and development projects across the consortium. You will need excellent organisational and time management skills to prioritise issues, to meet objectives within agreed timeframes and achieve results in a constantly changing environment.
About us
Sheffield Children's is one of three independent, specialist paediatric hospitals in the country, providing dedicated healthcare for children and young people across community, mental health and acute specialist settings.
We have three overarching aims that set the direction for the Trust in our vision "to create a healthier future for children and young people."
- Outstanding patient care
- Brilliant place to work
- Leader in children's health
Our commitment to rewarding colleagues is demonstrated through our brilliant reward and benefits offer including; generous annual leave entitlement and pension scheme and access to salary sacrifice schemes such as cycle to work and lease cars.
We are committed to supporting colleagues from different heritages and lifestyles while at work. This is supported through the offer we have in place for flexible working and the three equality network groups we have in place. Colleagues are encouraged to join these groups and request flexible working.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Project Management
- To engage with potential stakeholders, assessing and identifying their needs and identifying how these fit in with the remit of the consortium and how best the consortium infrastructure can be best utilised to address these needs through collaborative projects, helping new med tech innovations to be developed.
- To manage and develop projects relevant to the consortium(s) including working on specific projects within the themes to direct and manage them. This will involve working across sectors - academia, industry and clinical.
- To support the development of systems for implementing new and/or improved ways of working.
- To contribute to the ongoing development of current service improvement initiatives such as Patient and Public Involvement, Communications and building links with industry.
- Any other duties as may reasonably be required, consistent with the grade of the post.
Further information can be found in the attached job description and person specification.
Inclusive Recruitment & Selection
We offer encouragement and active support to applicants with additional needs, including those from ethnic minorities, with disabilities and members of the LGBTQ+ community. If you wish to adjust any aspect of the recruitment process or wish to find out more about our recruitment & selection processes, please get in touch with our Recruitment Manager: Catherine.Gilbert7@nhs.net
We are currently reviewing our recruitment & selection process and are looking to make our job adverts more inclusive. This will support the long-term aim of Sheffield Childrens being a champion of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. If you have any ideas in how we can make our recruitment & selection process more inclusive, please get in touch with Catherine Gilbert at Catherine.Gilbert7@nhs.net
Trust Values
The Trust is committed to providing great quality patient care and keep children, young people and families at the heart of what we do by following our CARE values:
- Compassion leading by kindness and showing empathy, understanding and respect
- Accountability striving to do the right thing and owning responsibility
- Respect value differences, tackling inequality and fostering a culture of inclusion
- Excellence delivering a high-quality standard of care
Job description
Job responsibilities
Project Management
- To engage with potential stakeholders, assessing and identifying their needs and identifying how these fit in with the remit of the consortium and how best the consortium infrastructure can be best utilised to address these needs through collaborative projects, helping new med tech innovations to be developed.
- To manage and develop projects relevant to the consortium(s) including working on specific projects within the themes to direct and manage them. This will involve working across sectors - academia, industry and clinical.
- To support the development of systems for implementing new and/or improved ways of working.
- To contribute to the ongoing development of current service improvement initiatives such as Patient and Public Involvement, Communications and building links with industry.
- Any other duties as may reasonably be required, consistent with the grade of the post.
Further information can be found in the attached job description and person specification.
Inclusive Recruitment & Selection
We offer encouragement and active support to applicants with additional needs, including those from ethnic minorities, with disabilities and members of the LGBTQ+ community. If you wish to adjust any aspect of the recruitment process or wish to find out more about our recruitment & selection processes, please get in touch with our Recruitment Manager: Catherine.Gilbert7@nhs.net
We are currently reviewing our recruitment & selection process and are looking to make our job adverts more inclusive. This will support the long-term aim of Sheffield Childrens being a champion of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. If you have any ideas in how we can make our recruitment & selection process more inclusive, please get in touch with Catherine Gilbert at Catherine.Gilbert7@nhs.net
Trust Values
The Trust is committed to providing great quality patient care and keep children, young people and families at the heart of what we do by following our CARE values:
- Compassion leading by kindness and showing empathy, understanding and respect
- Accountability striving to do the right thing and owning responsibility
- Respect value differences, tackling inequality and fostering a culture of inclusion
- Excellence delivering a high-quality standard of care
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Degree and/or Post Graduate diploma or equivalent in a relevant health / genetics sciences topic
Desirable
- Health professional qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience managing multi-disciplinary projects involving interagency working
- Experience of working in a research environment
- Experience of or equivalent budget management and monitoring and record keeping
Desirable
- Experience of line management
- Evidence of project management in complex organisations
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- PRINCE2 Foundation or equivalent project management experience
- Awareness of data protection, research ethics and governance processes
Desirable
- Knowledge of NHS infrastructure and clinical pathways
- Knowledge of NHS infrastructure and clinical pathways Knowledge of tech or medtech sector as a desirable
- Knowledge of medtech regulation
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Highly developed written and oral communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage multiple relationships with key stakeholders
Desirable
- Skilled in collecting and analysing data from interviews and questionnaires
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Degree and/or Post Graduate diploma or equivalent in a relevant health / genetics sciences topic
Desirable
- Health professional qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience managing multi-disciplinary projects involving interagency working
- Experience of working in a research environment
- Experience of or equivalent budget management and monitoring and record keeping
Desirable
- Experience of line management
- Evidence of project management in complex organisations
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- PRINCE2 Foundation or equivalent project management experience
- Awareness of data protection, research ethics and governance processes
Desirable
- Knowledge of NHS infrastructure and clinical pathways
- Knowledge of NHS infrastructure and clinical pathways Knowledge of tech or medtech sector as a desirable
- Knowledge of medtech regulation
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Highly developed written and oral communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage multiple relationships with key stakeholders
Desirable
- Skilled in collecting and analysing data from interviews and questionnaires
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.
