Research Manager

TN United Kingdom; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job description

An opportunity has become available to join our dynamic team. This is a pivotal role in Research Governance, responsible for reviewing and setting up hosted studies. The post holder will be an expert in research governance with sound knowledge of clinical research management. They will be a member of the research management team, responsible for planning, coordinating, developing, and delivering a high-quality care research service across Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust, in accordance with the UK Framework for Health & Social Care, and for clinical trials in accordance with the International Conference on Harmonisation – Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines. The candidate should demonstrate strong leadership qualities that reinforce the Trust's values and beliefs.

Main duties of the job

The research manager provides expert research advice and support both within and outside of the Trust, ensuring that the Trust's key performance indicators are met for their research portfolio. They act as the lead specialist for the NHS confirmation of capacity (Trust R&D approval) process, providing detailed advice to both specialists and non-specialists. They support all aspects of research delivery, including feasibility, study setup, conduct of the research project, and study close-down.

Working for our organisation

Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust (SFT) is an innovative hospital with over 250 years of experience. We are committed to delivering an outstanding experience for everyone and are well regarded for the quality of care and treatment provided to patients and staff.

We are an acute Trust rated “Good” by the CQC, providing regional and super-regional specialist services such as Burns, Plastics & Reconstructive Surgery, Wessex Regional Genetics Laboratory, Wessex Rehabilitation, Spires Cleft Centre, and the Duke of Cornwall Spinal Treatment Centre. We have about 470 beds and employ over 4000 staff.

We support flexible working and will consider requests based on service needs. Working here is rewarding, with access to NHS discounts, a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro-rata), and a generous pension scheme. On-site benefits include car parking (fee applies), leisure centre, day nursery, and holiday play scheme.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please find the attached job description and main responsibilities for your review. Also, please go through the person specification for this role.

Person specification

Understanding/experience of NIHR and/or HRA

• At least 2 years of experience
• Experience of setting up and managing a portfolio of NIHR research within a multidisciplinary team, adhering to protocol requirements

We offer excellent benefits that make SDH a great place to work, including but not limited to:

• Holiday entitlement starting at 27 days plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years for Agenda for Change staff
• Medical and Dental staff holiday entitlement starting at 27 days for Junior/Senior Clinical Fellows and Specialty Doctors, rising to 32 days after 5 years; Consultants start at 32 days, rising to 34 days after 7 years
• An additional day off to celebrate your birthday (after 12 months)
• Access to a career average revalued earnings pension scheme
• Life assurance for scheme members
• Health and Wellbeing programs to support your personal challenges
• Exclusive deals and discounts for everyday purchases, family treats, dining out, and utility bills
• Cycle to work scheme
• Uniform provision where required
• On-site Day Nursery and Holiday Play scheme
• On-site health and fitness club
• Opportunities for ongoing learning and training to support your career development