Job summary All research must be managed and conducted in accordance with the UK Policy Framework for Health and Social Care Research, Medicines for Human Use (Clinical Trials) Regulations and ICH Good Clinical Practice (GCP). The Research Support Co-ordinator role is essential for ensuring these regulatory and governance standards are applied consistently to all research studies taking place across Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust (GMMH). The post-holder will facilitate the provision of a high quality administrative, governance, and monitoring service. Specifically, the post-holder will have a central role in supporting grant applications, contracting processes, HRA submissions, review of Trust Capacity and Capability, study initiation, amendments, and ongoing monitoring procedures. These activities support our Research Initiation & Delivery Managers with implementing Trust-wide policies that will ensure all research in the Trust is managed and conducted in accordance with national standards. Main duties of the job The post holder will join a multidisciplinary team including clinical psychologists, psychiatrists, nurses, research associates, research assistants and trial managers/coordinators to support the delivery of funded research activity. About us Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 6,400 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 160 locations. We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond. Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options. Wherever you go you will experience a great Northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity. Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users. Date posted 08 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number 437-7066159 Job locations Central Park Hub Northampton Road Manchester M40 5BP Job description Job responsibilities See attached detailed job description and person specification: Staff benefits Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays. 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years Excellent pension Cycle to work scheme Salary sacrifice car scheme Wellbeing programme Blue Light Card Discounts Job description Job responsibilities See attached detailed job description and person specification: Staff benefits Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays. 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years Excellent pension Cycle to work scheme Salary sacrifice car scheme Wellbeing programme Blue Light Card Discounts Person Specification Education Essential Good general level of education Educated to degree level or equivalent experience High level administrative qualification/ training/experience Desirable Evidence of training in relevant research governance fields. Experience Essential Substantial complex administrative experience Experience of planning and completing work in a systematic, efficient and timely manner to meet deadlines. Experience of Microsoft Office packages Understanding of financial systems. Desirable Experience of working in the NHS Experience of delivering training and/or working in an advisory capacity Previous experience in medical/research environment Experience of working within a mental health setting. Experience of minute taking. Knowledge Essential Knowledge and understanding of laws relevant to research, e.g. Data Protection Act, EU Directive for Clinical Trials. Knowledge of national guidance and policies relating to research governance, data protection, confidentiality. Knowledge of the healthcare/clinical research landscape Knowledge of IT packages. Desirable Understanding RPeak (GM Local Portfolio Management System). Understanding of NHS ethical approval processes, including HRA Approval Process Knowledge and understanding of the Research Passport process for issue of Letters of Access/Honorary Research Contracts An understanding of NHS R&I funding streams Skills and Abilities Essential High standard of literacy Ability to work at an appropriate level of autonomy and responsibility. Ability to work independently Ability to work effectively as part of a team Demonstrable ability to use own initiative. Ability to gain confidence of a wide range of professionals Exceptional interpersonal and persuasive skills Excellent communication and presentation skills Excellent IT skills including MS Office Suite - word processing, spreadsheets, databases, internet and email. Ability to work on web-based IT systems. Ability to prioritise work Excellent organisational skills. Excellent attention to detail and levels of accuracy Ability to collate and analyse complex data and produce written reports. Ability to read and interpret guidance and communicate complex information to others Display sensitivity to others and respect confidentiality Enthusiastic and committed Ability to handle competing demands simultaneously, to prioritise work, meet deadlines and deal with an unpredictable work pattern. Ability to communicate effectively by telephone, in written format or face to face with staff, service users/carers and the general public including dealing with situations where there may be barriers to understanding. Ability to sustain concentration with constant interruptions. Desirable Ability to oversee and monitor financial budgets for numerous sources of funding. Other Requirements Essential Ability to travel as there is a requirement to occasionally travel to different Trust sites within the North West area to attend meetings and activities relevant to the role. Ability to adapt to change and cope with uncertainty Ability to work in high pressure situations. Desirable The post holder may occasionally be asked to work outside normal work hours. Person Specification Education Essential Good general level of education Educated to degree level or equivalent experience High level administrative qualification/ training/experience Desirable Evidence of training in relevant research governance fields. Experience Essential Substantial complex administrative experience Experience of planning and completing work in a systematic, efficient and timely manner to meet deadlines. Experience of Microsoft Office packages Understanding of financial systems. Desirable Experience of working in the NHS Experience of delivering training and/or working in an advisory capacity Previous experience in medical/research environment Experience of working within a mental health setting. Experience of minute taking. Knowledge Essential Knowledge and understanding of laws relevant to research, e.g. Data Protection Act, EU Directive for Clinical Trials. Knowledge of national guidance and policies relating to research governance, data protection, confidentiality. Knowledge of the healthcare/clinical research landscape Knowledge of IT packages. Desirable Understanding RPeak (GM Local Portfolio Management System). Understanding of NHS ethical approval processes, including HRA Approval Process Knowledge and understanding of the Research Passport process for issue of Letters of Access/Honorary Research Contracts An understanding of NHS R&I funding streams Skills and Abilities Essential High standard of literacy Ability to work at an appropriate level of autonomy and responsibility. Ability to work independently Ability to work effectively as part of a team Demonstrable ability to use own initiative. Ability to gain confidence of a wide range of professionals Exceptional interpersonal and persuasive skills Excellent communication and presentation skills Excellent IT skills including MS Office Suite - word processing, spreadsheets, databases, internet and email. Ability to work on web-based IT systems. Ability to prioritise work Excellent organisational skills. Excellent attention to detail and levels of accuracy Ability to collate and analyse complex data and produce written reports. Ability to read and interpret guidance and communicate complex information to others Display sensitivity to others and respect confidentiality Enthusiastic and committed Ability to handle competing demands simultaneously, to prioritise work, meet deadlines and deal with an unpredictable work pattern. Ability to communicate effectively by telephone, in written format or face to face with staff, service users/carers and the general public including dealing with situations where there may be barriers to understanding. Ability to sustain concentration with constant interruptions. Desirable Ability to oversee and monitor financial budgets for numerous sources of funding. Other Requirements Essential Ability to travel as there is a requirement to occasionally travel to different Trust sites within the North West area to attend meetings and activities relevant to the role. Ability to adapt to change and cope with uncertainty Ability to work in high pressure situations. Desirable The post holder may occasionally be asked to work outside normal work hours. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name Greater Manchester Mental Health NHSFT Address Central Park Hub Northampton Road Manchester M40 5BP Employer's website https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)