Band 5 - Lead Research Support Officer - Bristol

Avon and Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust; Bristol; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health organization is seeking a Lead Research Support Officer to enhance research projects aimed at improving mental health care. This role offers the chance to work with diverse research topics in a supportive environment, conducting project administration and facilitating key initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience in high-level administration required.
• Familiarity with project management preferred.
• Ability to work with diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Support and monitor project delivery effectively.
• Plan and communicate project work plans.
• Administer internal and external meetings.

Skills

Project support

High-level administration

Facilitating training

Organising events

Education

Educational background in research or related field

Job description

AWP Research and Development (R&D) is seeking a motivated Lead Research Support Officer with an interest in improving the lives of individuals with mental health difficulties through research.

The Lead Research Support Officer is a key member of the R&D Department, supporting, facilitating, and monitoring the delivery of projects to agreed timescales within AWP.

You will collaborate with Senior R&D Leaders, providing high-level administration, and work on research initiatives across the Trust and with external partners.

Our team comprises approximately 25 research staff supporting diverse research topics, including treatments for psychosis, bipolar disorder, resistant depression, and dementia. You will provide administrative support to ensure the smooth delivery of projects.

This position offers an opportunity to apply your skills in a stimulating and rewarding environment. We look forward to hearing from you.

The role is offered as a minimum of 30 hours per week (0.8 WTE) up to 37.5 hours per week (1.0 WTE), with flexibility based on the successful candidate's preferences.

Interviews will take place on 6th and 7th August. Candidates must be available on these dates.

Duties

The post holder will support, facilitate, and monitor project delivery, including:

• Project support and high-level administration.
• Planning and communicating the Project Work Plan.
• Organising and facilitating training, workshops, and events.
• Administering internal and external meetings.
• Providing specialised administration and governance support.

For a full list of duties and responsibilities, please see the attached job description.

About AWP: Avon and Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust is a diverse organisation with over 5,000 staff providing inpatient and community mental health care across Bath and North East Somerset (B&NES), Bristol, North Somerset, South Gloucestershire, Swindon, Wiltshire, and parts of Dorset.

We promote mental health and wellbeing, recognising that happy employees deliver better care. We are committed to supporting a positive research environment and culture, benefiting staff and service users alike.

We actively encourage applicants from all backgrounds, especially from Black, Asian, and minority ethnic communities, those with disabilities, and the LGBTQ+ community, valuing diverse perspectives and experiences.

For more details or informal visits, contact: Krist Noonan, Head of Research and Development at [e-mail]