Research Facilitator

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a Research Facilitator, you will work closely with the divisional research teams, investigators and senior managers to deliver the UHS R&D strategy. This will include:

Acting as a specialist for researchers setting up studies in the TrustResponsible for developing grant costings for both research projects and personal awardsMaintaining comprehensive knowledge of resources to support study developmentSupporting with the regular collection of data and reporting on performance metricsDeputising for the Divisional Research Manager/Grants Manager

This post requires a dynamic, outgoing person since a key aim in the role will be to develop relationships with researchers and to identify how best to support their studies. Good IT skills would be advantageous and the successful applicant should be able to provide evidence of continuing professional development.

The following skills and experience are required for this post:

A robust understanding of systems, processes and issues that affect NHS R&DAbility to understand complex financial details relating to research costingExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsExcellent IT skills, particularly in the use of web applicationsProject managementA flexible approach to work and the ability to adjust workload to changing priorities

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust and University of Southampton partnership is recognised as a centre of excellence in clinical research securing research funding in excess of £30m per annum. With state-of-the-art clinical research facilities opened in 2010, the Trust in partnership with the University is making excellent progress in achieving its aim of being one of the top acute Trusts in England.

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated Good by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care. At UHS we are committed to providing a flexible working environment. We believe that it benefits everyone if we achieve a positive work-life balance. Whether you are balancing family, study or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.

Were proud to have been voted in the Top Five Acute Trusts for our commitment to supporting our staff to achieve work-life balance. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and offer a generous pension scheme and life insurance.

The interviews will be held face to face at Southampton General Hospital, alternative dates can be offered.

Should you have any queries, please use the contact details below to get in touch.Danielle McCracken - Research Facilitator Danielle.McCracken@uhs.nhs.uk

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Clinical/scientific degree or equivalent demonstrable experience relevant to the role

Knowledge and experience

• Significant experience of using systems and processes which support the delivery of high-quality clinical care in a clinical research environment
• Significant of cost attribution for clinical research in a healthcare setting and the research grants process
• Significant experience of the set-up or delivery of clinical research in a healthcare setting.
• Experience of delivery training
• Evidence of current and on-going GCP training
• Project management experience
• Knowledge of research governance and quality assurance systems to ensure safe systems for patients
• An understanding of current R&D issues in the NHS
• Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to the role

• Experience of working in a large teaching hospital or University
• Experience of the set- Previous experience in using IRAS or NRES databases for R&D applications p or delivery of commercial clinical research
• Knowledge of EDGE as a RM&G tool

Values and behaviours

• Patients First
• Always Improving
• Working Together

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

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.

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Address

Southampton General Hospital

Tremona Road

Southampton

SO16 6YD

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