Lead Research & Development Facilitator

NHS Ayrshire & Arran; Crosshouse; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Ayrshire & Arran invites applications for a Lead Research & Development Facilitator based at University Hospital Crosshouse. This permanent post requires 36 hours per week and a valid UK driving licence.

You will work across NHS Ayrshire & Arran to support and develop research activity, providing expert governance advice and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. You will collaborate with researchers, clinical teams and external partners, delivering training, monitoring studies,

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level with a postgraduate qualification or equivalent experience in research.
• Experience of research governance and delivery with knowledge of ethics, GCP and data protection.

Responsibilities

• Support study setup and delivery across a portfolio of studies.
• Lead monitoring and audit activities and ensure governance compliance.
• Develop and deliver training programmes and promote continuous improvement.

Skills

Research governance

Stakeholder engagement

Training delivery

Project management

Education

Degree level + postgraduate qualification

Job description

NHS Scotland

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

NHS Scotland

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Who We Are

NHS Ayrshire and Arran are one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.

In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran, we are committed to a culture that is Caring, Safe, and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.

To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website - NHS Ayrshire & Arran - Home (nhsaaa.net)

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Position

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Lead Research & Development Facilitator based at University Hospital Crosshouse. This post is offered on a permanent basis.

Hours

36 hours per week.

UK Driving Licence

A UK driving licence is essential for this role.

What You Will Do

You will play a key role in supporting and developing research activity across NHS Ayrshire & Arran, ensuring research is delivered in accordance with current legislation, regulatory requirements and best practice standards. Working collaboratively with researchers, clinical teams, academic partners and external organisations, you will provide expert advice on research governance and research management processes, supporting the successful delivery of a diverse portfolio of research studies.

The role includes supporting study set-up and delivery, leading monitoring and audit activities, contributing to organisational compliance with research governance requirements, developing and delivering training programmes, supporting patient and public involvement in research, producing performance reports, and promoting continuous improvement across research systems and processes. You will also contribute to the strategic development of research and innovation activities across the organisation and deputise for the Senior Research Advisor as required.

Knowledge, Training And/or Experience Required For This Post

Educated to degree level with a postgraduate qualification or equivalent relevant experience in research, you will have experience of research governance and research delivery together with a sound understanding of current legislation, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), ethics, data protection and quality assurance processes. Excellent communication, organisational and stakeholder engagement skills are essential, along with experience of developing and delivering training, managing competing priorities and producing high-quality reports. Evidence of continuing professional development is required.

If you would like to find out more about the role, please contact:

Amanda Kiddell

Senior Research Advisor

[e-mail]

or

Libby Mullings

Senior Research Advisor

[e-mail]

Right to Work / Certificates of Sponsorship

To work in the United Kingdom, there is a legal requirement for an individual to demonstrate that they have the relevant permission to work in the country. This permission is, without exception, granted by the UK Visa and Immigrations Service. Further information on what NHS Scotland Boards are required to do to check this as well as what your responsibilities include can be found within the attached Candidate Information Pack.

It is essential that you have checked that you either already have an appropriate right to work in the UK or that the post would be eligible to be sponsored before submitting your application form.

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