Job summary
We are currently recruiting a Research Manager to join our Team.
You will take a lead in managing the research portfolio on behalf of Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust (OHFT). Develop strategies and models to support the efficient set up and management of research studies across OHFT in line with National Institute of Health Research (NIHR) guidelines, metrics and national policies. You will actively engage as appropriate across all OHFT services, Oxford University, other NHS trusts (such as Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust) and research networks such as the NIHR Clinical Research Network: Thames Valley and South Midlands (CRN: TV&SM). Supporting the active development and use of Studyline (a research management system) you will play a key role in shaping research policy and procedures to facilitate delivery against internal and external metrics.
In addition, you will be responsible for coordinating the reporting of activity and metrics to various committees within the Trust and wider research community.
A comprehensive understanding of the research lifecycle and associated regulatory frameworks is required.
Main duties of the job
The main duties of the role include the following
To efficiently manage the procedures involved in the set up and delivery of the pipeline process for gaining approval to conduct research studies within the Trust (confirmation of capacity and capability, contract signature, Research Passports, Letters of Access, Amendments, etc)
To fully comprehend the regulatory and ethical requirements for the conduct of clinical research, especially the Research Governance Framework, Good Clinical Practice, and related guidance, in order to ensure delivery of authoritative advice to investigators and continued compliance with regulations and governance
To work in accordance with General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR)
Providing guidance and support to researchers to determine which approvals are needed for studies
Perform sponsorship reviews of IRAS applications and associated documents for new studies and amendments.
To manage the data collection for R&D Reporting and compliance including Studyline and Siteline
To manage, lead and develop staff, and ensure all mandatory training and appraisals are carried out in line with OHFT requirements
To assist in the development of protocols, participant information sheets, consent forms and other essential documents where required
About us
Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset.
Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible
Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive:"Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"
Our values are:"Caring, safe and excellent"
At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
1. Excellent opportunities for career progression
2. Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
3. 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
4. NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
5. Competitive pension scheme
6. Lease car scheme
7. Cycle to work scheme
8. Employee Assistance Programme
9. Mental Health First Aiders
10. Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply)
11. Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please review the attached job description and Person Specification for a full overview of the role responsibilities.
Person Specification
Knowledge Requirements
Essential
12. Experience of reviewing sponsorship applications
13. Experience of setting up clinical research in a healthcare setting preferably but not necessarily mental health
14. Knowledge of obligatory regulations and legal requirements of NHS research, and study life-cycles
15. Ability to plan, manage and deliver complex projects, involving multiple agencies and individuals and a range of tasks
Desirable
16. Experience of managing staff and budgets
Skills
Essential
17. Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)
18. Complex problem-solving skills
19. Ability to work on own initiative and unsupervised
Personal Qualities
Essential
20. Ability to communicate novel and complex messages and strategies to senior managers, peers and other staff
21. Ability to work with clinicians and researchers from a wide variety of professional backgrounds.