Together, Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust and Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust are leading an innovative programme of work to build a city-wide model for research delivery in Leeds to optimise research inclusion. Building on a joint acute and community research pilot project undertaken during 2024, this role will take the project to the next level. This will include designing and implementing a single model by which Leeds NHS providers can work collaboratively to deliver patient-focused research across the city, regardless of location and organisational boundary. Initial focus areas will be Vaccines (supported by funding from the Vaccine Innovation Programme), Diabetes, Sexual Health, and Respiratory Diseases.
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will work across the Research and Innovation departments of Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust and Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, as well as collaborating with other partners in the city. They will have responsibility for oversight and delivery of the multiple workstreams that will be required to deliver on our joint vision. As the Operational Manager for the Integrated Research Programme, you will have excellent knowledge of research delivery and a proven track record of working with research partners and stakeholders. You will need an entrepreneurial mindset, be adept at problem-solving, and be a self-starter. The post is citywide, and you will be required to travel across the city to lead meetings with key stakeholders and develop relationships with key leaders and supporting staff. The role is 37.5 hours over 5 days; we encourage the candidate to set priorities when needed and to support the programme. We encourage flexible working to ensure a good work-life balance.
Contact Information
For more information about this job, please contact:
* Dr Jill Halstead-Rastrick, Clinical Lead for Research, Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust, jill.halstead-rastrick@nhs.net
* Dr Christopher Herbert, Director of Operations: Research and Innovation, Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, christopher.herbert@nhs.net
About us
Working for Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust
Leeds Community Healthcare provides a range of community-based health services across the whole city. We treat people in their homes, local health centres, and community hospitals, and work in partnership with other local Trusts, charities, and Leeds City Council. We have a strong culture based on deeply-held values, and our focus at all times is on delivering high-quality care to the people of Leeds. In our most recent CQC evaluation, we were rated Good, with our Adult Services rated Outstanding for caring. Our benefits range from generous annual leave to access to NHS discount sites. You can find the full list of attractive benefits and rewards at www.leedscommunityhealthcare.nhs.uk click on the Join Our Team Tab.
Right to Work
This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU settlement scheme, or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Together, Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust and Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust are leading an innovative programme of work to build a city-wide model for research delivery in Leeds to optimise research inclusion.
Person Specification
General Requirements
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Employer details
Employer name
Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust
Address
Building 3, White Rose Office Park, Millshaw Park Lane
Leeds
LS11 0DL
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