Job summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic and organised individual with a genuine interest in research to join our friendly Research Delivery team based at Euston House, Telford.
The role supports research across a range of physical health specialties and long-term conditions, and will involve working across the whole of Shropshire as required.
Please note this vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications is received, we advise you submit your application early to avoid disappointment.
Main duties of the job
The post is central to the delivery of research Iin the Trust and to support local services to deliver research projects which are included on the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) portfolio.You will be responsible for the recruitment and follow up of service users to research studies. The role will involve undertaking study related procedures as appropriate and the assessment, planning and on-going care of research participants throughout the duration of the study.The role will also manage/supervise research staff as required.The role will deputise for the Research Team Leader when required.
You must be willing and able to travel across the Trust geography,
About us
Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust provides community-based health services for adults and children in Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin, and some services in surrounding areas too. These range from district nursing, health visiting and running four community hospitals through to providing very specialist community care through talented and dedicated staff.
Patients, carers and the public play a vital role in helping us to develop and improve our services and we are constantly looking for ways to work with local communities, patients and the public to innovate and improve. Have a look at the Have Your Say section of our website to find out how you can feed back your experiences and help us to continually improve.
Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust is an exciting place to work. It offers a wide range of employment opportunities for many people.
Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust positively encourages applications from all areas of the community, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation or religious beliefs. We are committed to ensuring people who work for the community trust have a good working life - and a good work life/home life balance.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the Job Description and Person Specification attached for further information on the role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the Job Description and Person Specification attached for further information on the role.
Person Specification
Training and Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse or Health Care Professional with significant post registration experience preferably in research or relevant degree / experience
- Evidence of Continued Professional Development
- Professional clinical knowledge acquired through specialist training to post-graduate diploma level including knowledge of research methodologies
- GCP Training
Experience
Essential
- An understanding of research methodology, production of research protocols, data collection and analysis
- Knowledge of ethics approval processes and other regulatory requirements
- Supervisory experience
- Mentorship Experience
- Significant experience of undertaking research
- Experience of working within research governance quality systems
Other
Essential
- Ability to travel daily for meetings across a range of sites in the Shropshire area and nationally
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates an ability to collaborate with the multidisciplinary team, sponsor companies and funding organisations.
- Ability to work on own initiative and to prioritize own workload
- Proven project management skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills including communicating clearly, concisely and courteously both face-to-face and by telephone and in writing communicating with patients/carers to maximise the patient understanding of research activities.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, including negotiation and persuasion
Desirable
- significant experience in a range of computer-based systems including Excel, Access and other web-based systems
Person Specification
Training and Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse or Health Care Professional with significant post registration experience preferably in research or relevant degree / experience
- Evidence of Continued Professional Development
- Professional clinical knowledge acquired through specialist training to post-graduate diploma level including knowledge of research methodologies
- GCP Training
Experience
Essential
- An understanding of research methodology, production of research protocols, data collection and analysis
- Knowledge of ethics approval processes and other regulatory requirements
- Supervisory experience
- Mentorship Experience
- Significant experience of undertaking research
- Experience of working within research governance quality systems
Other
Essential
- Ability to travel daily for meetings across a range of sites in the Shropshire area and nationally
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates an ability to collaborate with the multidisciplinary team, sponsor companies and funding organisations.
- Ability to work on own initiative and to prioritize own workload
- Proven project management skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills including communicating clearly, concisely and courteously both face-to-face and by telephone and in writing communicating with patients/carers to maximise the patient understanding of research activities.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, including negotiation and persuasion
Desirable
- significant experience in a range of computer-based systems including Excel, Access and other web-based systems
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).
