Strategic Leader, R&D & Discovery

NHS; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 94,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Employee assistance programme

Discounted gym membership

Onsite fitness classes

Car schemes

Job summary

UHDB is seeking an Associate Director of Research, Development & Discovery at Royal Derby Hospital. The role leads the Trust’s research, development and innovation functions, shaping strategy and ensuring compliant, high‑quality research across multiple divisions.

You will collaborate with academia, NIHR infrastructure and industry partners to drive discovery and patient‑centred services. Reporting to senior leadership, you will oversee multi‑million‑pound income streams, manage data and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent in a relevant field (e.g., health management, research leadership).
• Evidence of continuing professional development in leadership or governance.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for the full R&D portfolio.
• Oversee NIHR infrastructure funding, commercial and grant income.
• Ensure high-quality, compliant, patient-centred research services.
• Engage with universities, industry and NIHR infrastructure partners.
• Lead the Research & Development Department and workforce capability.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Leadership

Education

Masters degree or equivalent

Job description

UHDB is seeking an Associate Director of Research, Development & Discovery at Royal Derby Hospital. The role leads the Trust’s research, development and innovation functions, shaping strategy and ensuring compliant, high‑quality research across multiple divisions.

You will collaborate with academia, NIHR infrastructure and industry partners to drive discovery and patient‑centred services. Reporting to senior leadership, you will oversee multi‑million‑pound income streams, manage data and