The post holder will be responsible for the co-ordination of the clinical research within the Research and Innovation (R&I) department. Additionally, where appropriate, they will provide professional, clinical, managerial leadership and supervision for the research delivery team. In collaboration with the immediate and broader multidisciplinary team (MDT), be responsible for ensuring that high standards of clinical care planning, delivery, safety and patient satisfaction is to a very high standard, compliant with Trust policy, study protocol requirements, local and national guidance and legislation. Working effectively and proactively with senior colleagues, the MDT and agreed external agencies and collaborative partners, the individual will adhere to agreed study pathways and processes to derive accurate and robust data capture, of observational and interventional studies, and ensure pharmacovigilance is maintained. The post holder will be involved in ensuring that research undertaken within the department safeguards the wellbeing of patients and is conducted within the confines of ICH Good Clinical Practice (GCP) Guidelines for Research, EU directive, UK Governance Framework and other relevant UK legislation pertaining to the conduct and delivery of research. The post holder will be instrumental in implementing team objectives to enhance the performance and development of the Research Nurses/Midwives, Allied Health Professional(AHPs), and Academy for Healthcare Science (AHCS) registered and other research delivery staff. They will act as a role model developing the research team, ensuring effective management of the department. During exceptional times of need, you will contribute to clinical service, as agreed with the Matron for the Clinical Service Unit (CSU) and in line with the Trusts escalation policy. This unique post requires an enthusiastic and motivated clinical research nurse/midwife/AHP or AHCS voluntary (including Clinical Research Practitioner (CRP)) or statutory (including Clinical Scientist) registered and any other relevant clinical professions to lead a team of clinical research nurses/midwives/AHPs and other research delivery team members within R&I. The post holder will be a dynamic and motivated individual who will combine their managerial responsibilities with the opportunity to further develop their own knowledge of the clinical research process and specialist clinical knowledge. They will provide leadership and management to Research Delivery team As a Senior nurse/midwife/AHP/AHCSyou will be expected to provide support, clinical supervision and training. Acting in a lead capacity within your speciality you will ensure that studies are delivered effectively; efficiently and compliant with GCP and other legislative requirements. You will also have responsibility for ensuring the completion of study related activities across the CSU. Working clinically with the team you will promote high standards of both patient care and research practice and facilitate appropriate educational and training opportunities. You will also work collaboratively across the Trust linking in with other research teams and contributing to research delivery workforce developments and work streams. The post will cover both the inpatient and outpatient setting with the caseload varying in size and complexity according to the trial portfolio. You should be able to adopt a flexible approach to the needs of colleagues, participants, and external collaborators managing multiple team members and representing the research team in both internal and external meetings. You must have effective organisational skills and be looking for a new and exciting challenge. You should demonstrate the ability to manage your own work load and direct the work of others to ensure the team succeeds. The post holder will be required to work alongside academic and industry partners, the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) Clinical Research Network (CRN) Yorkshire and Humber (Y&H) and colleagues in neighbouring establishments, attending regional and national meetings as required.