Research Programme Manager

Barts Health NHS Trust; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a Research Programme Manager at Barts Health NHS Trust to drive research delivery and establish flagship centres in North East London. The role requires excellent leadership skills, project management experience, and the ability to foster partnerships across various stakeholders, enhancing the quality of health and care transformation.

Qualifications

• Experience working across large multidisciplinary teams.
• Expertise in implementing and managing projects.
• Proven track record in clinical research.

Responsibilities

• Oversee establishment of the Commercial Research Delivery Centre.
• Collaborate with partners on clinical research setup.
• Develop Standard Operating Procedures for operations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Collaboration

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent experience

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented Research Programme Manager to manage the establishment and delivery of flagship research and education centres and facilities within Barts Health NHS Trust and across North East London, where applicable.

We are seeking a dynamic, highly motivated individual with excellent interpersonal skills, experience working across large multidisciplinary teams, and expertise in implementing and managing projects and clinical research. The goal is to accelerate health and care transformation by connecting research to frontline care.

We are open to exploring secondments and flexible working arrangements. The role will require regular attendance at research sites across North East London and participation in some national meetings.

The Research Programme Manager Will

• Oversee all aspects of establishing and delivering the National Institute for Health and Care Research North East London Commercial Research Delivery Centre, Academic Centre for Healthy Ageing, NIHR Clinical Research Facility, ensuring projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Lead in mapping approval pathways with R&D and support departments across partner organisations to align research operations across North East London.
• Collaborate with centre and facility partners to establish models for clinical research setup and delivery, including site processes, support departments, research interests, capabilities, and training needs.
• Develop Standard Operating Procedures and guidance documents for centre and facility operations.
• Ensure project governance plans and structures are in place.
• Perform risk management to minimize project risks.
• Create detailed project plans to monitor progress against set deadlines and targets.
• Assign responsibilities, set deadlines, and manage team tasks.
• Report and escalate risks and issues as they arise.
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including governance and quality records.
• Establish and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, serving as a communication link between divisions, clinical services, research management, and training leads.

Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country and a leading healthcare provider in Britain.

The trust is entering an exciting new phase focused on continuous improvement and becoming an outstanding organization with a world-class clinical reputation. Having moved out of special measures, we are committed to enhancing all our services for patients.

Our vision is to be a high-performing NHS hospital group renowned for excellence and innovation, providing safe, compassionate care in east London and beyond. We aim to deliver high standards of harm-free care, ensure patients receive care in the right place at the right time, and foster an outstanding workplace environment guided by our WeCare values.

We are dedicated to promoting inclusion and creating a sense of belonging for all staff. We value diversity and actively support an inclusive working environment.

We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian, and minority ethnic candidates, as they are underrepresented within Barts Health at this band.

For further details or informal visits, please contact:

Name: Ginette Hoare
Job Title: Associate Director of Research
Email: [e-mail]