Job Overview University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Please see below for a detailed job description of the role. Main duties of the job The SETT Centre was established as part of UHS research infrastructure in 2021. SETT is focused on Advanced Therapies, MedTech and Data & AI to translate cutting-edge research and innovation into clinical care and patient outcomes. We are looking for an experienced programme manager in our MedTech Research and Innovation Programme Working across Wessex to capture and map current levels of innovation support in the region based on capability, experience and resources To build on the Wessex Initiative for Strategic and Pragmatic Regulatory Science programme bridging the gap between regulators and innovators Work with Wessex stakeholders to scope and deliver a Wessex programme to engage, build and flow industry and innovator pipelines (pragmatic adaption and support of SIGHT and other industry initiatives) Work with key stakeholders to scope and develop the infrastructure required for the future ambition of a Wessex Health Tech Centre Working for our organisation As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. Specific to this role is the suitability for agile working which is a mixture of on-site and remote working. In addition, we are open to discussing flexibility in the hours that you work. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need, and we will explore what’s possible for the role and service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme. Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted. Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities To lead a high-profile programme across Wessex, involving strategic thinking, quality improvement, programme management and stakeholder engagement across primary care, public health, secondary care, and local communities. Work closely with service partners to develop and implement strategic and operational and plans to deliver the programme outcomes. Support and communicate effectively with complex, long term and often interdependent projects that form the programme You will have Demonstrable experience in managing SME and innovator relationships. Proven ability to generate research funding In-depth knowledge of NIHR and other research infrastructure relevant to Wessex Considerable familiarity with the research pathway from ideation through to delivery and demonstrable experience in supporting innovators along the pathway. Demonstrable knowledge of regulations and regulatory bodies as applied to MedTech and innovation pathways Person specification Qualifications Essential criteria Educated to masters level or equivalent level of experience of working at a senior level in a health care setting. Member of relevant professional body – where appropriate. Desirable criteria QSIR college associate. Coaching qualification. Knowledge and experience Essential criteria Knowledge of project management /improvement skills across a range of disciplines, with a track record of managing successful change. Holds a relevant project management qualification (e.g. Prince2 Practitioner) or can demonstrate relevant equivalent knowledge Presenting and communicating to a variety of different audiences Experience at a senior level in industry or healthcare sector Demonstrable experience in managing SME and innovator relationships Proven ability to generate research funding In depth knowledge of NIHR and other research infrastructure relevant to Wessex Considerable familiarity with the research pathway from ideation through to delivery and demonstrable experience in supporting innovators along the pathway. Demonstrable knowledge of regulations and regulatory bodies as applied to MedTech and innovation pathways Evidence of leading and implementing change, influencing behaviour, collaborative working with others. Evidence of significant structured project management skills and experience. Previous experience in quality / service improvement environment Desirable criteria Previous experience in healthcare setting. Coaching experience. Teaching experience. Experience of working with and influencing clinicians. Values and behaviours Essential criteria Patients First Always Improving Working Together