Head of Research

Job summary

The key aim of the Head of research is to develop our R & I strategy with the Head of Innovation and delivery plan. Key to its success and implementation will be:

• Collaboration across multiple health, care and educational organisations to encourage sharing of resources.
• Support and facilitate research studies and projects focused on population health, reducing inequalities, improving outcomes and healthcare delivery.
• Data analytical decision-making use to develop predictive models and conduct or facilitate population health studies. Use of accurate data can be used to understand health needs and target interventions.
• Engagement with Academic Institutions, such as Universities and Further Education establishments.
• Identify funding opportunities that are relevant to the healthcare needs of the local population and support the development of grant applications.
• Involvement of patients and public to co-design and co-produce studies so that their relevance and impact is enhanced.
• Work with the NIHR infrastructure to develop a joint strategic approach to the planning and placement of portfolio studies.
• Manage our relationship with the University of Bedfordshire Research and Innovation Hub.

Main duties of the job

As BLMK Head of Research , the post holder will work as part of a team covering all the statutory NHS and LA partners within the ICS.

The post holder will lead the provision of an efficient, effective and high quality professional and well-co- ordinated service capable of meeting all statutory, regulatory and NHS requirements ensuring alignment with the activity of the organisation.

The post holder will be accountable to the BLMK ICB Deputy Chief Medical Director and responsible for:

• Leading and directing the delivery of a portfolio of work aligned to delivering the aims and objective contained within the BLMK Joint Forward Plan 2023.
• Developing a constructive, honest and transparent relationship and culture with all ICS Partners (e.g. HEIs, research bodies, NHSE, NIHR infrastructure) to provide support, challenge and advice and foster a collaborative working approach to portfolio and programme delivery.
• Working with the Higher Educational Institutions in the East of England Region, particularly University of Bedfordshire to agree and deliver on research objectives within BLMK. Building relationships with other HEIs to grow the research agenda.
• Participating in setting the operational agenda for the Programme Management Office, ensuring its function and activities evolve with the needs of the R&I strategy.

Please see Job description for full details.

About us

We are committed to promoting equal opportunities to achieve equity of access, experience and outcomes and to recognising and valuing people's differences. We are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity; we see this as a strength and part of our founding mission, values and behaviours. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds create a stronger and more creative work environment that delivers patient outcomes.

We are committed to creating the best place to work, where your contribution is valued, your wellbeing is supported and all our colleagues can reach their full potential. We welcome and encourage applications from all areas of the community, who meet the criteria for the role, regardless of their protected characteristic. We work to ensure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible to everyone, including making adjustments for people who have a disability or long-term condition and support with the recruitment process for people with lived experience.

We are happy to discuss flexible working options for all roles.

We operate a Carer friendly working environment that is supportive and inclusive. We actively encourage Carers to self-identify themselves.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and commit to shortlisting suitable applicants who meet the essential criteria for an interview. Please inform us of any adjustments you may require.

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes Integrated Care Board

Address

Priory House

Monks Walk , Chicksands

Shefford

SG17 5TQ

Employer's website

https://bedfordshirelutonandmiltonkeynes.icb.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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Employer details

Employer name

NHS Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes Integrated Care Board

Address

Priory House

Monks Walk , Chicksands

Shefford

SG17 5TQ

Employer's website

https://bedfordshirelutonandmiltonkeynes.icb.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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