Job summary Closing Date: 10.02.25 (this may change dependent on response) Shortlisting to take place in the week following closing date: commencing 11.02.25 Interview expected to take place following shortlisting: 27.02.25 We are seeking an enthusiastic, organised researcher with a passion for patient safety and/or implementation science to join us at theBradford Institute for Health Research. We have two Band 6 Research Fellow posts available within our Patient Safety Research Group. The successful applicant will have experience of conducting high quality, health-related qualitative and/or quantitative research. You will work as part of the Decluttering (Safely) for Safety theme across a range of projects exploring the de-implementation of low value patient safety practices, and/or as part of the Single and Safe Intervention for Medication Administration (SaSI-MEDs) programme evaluating an intervention to reduce unnecessary double-checking of medicines (a 5-year, NIHR funded programme grant). The programmes are led by Professor Rebecca Lawton. Our team sits within the Yorkshire Quality and Safety Research Group (yqsr.org), which has an international reputation for collaboration across institutions and disciplines to deliver research that makes healthcare safer. Researchers and academics from the Universities of Leeds, York and Bradford team with clinicians and managers from Yorkshire and Humber, with the aim of making a real impact on health service delivery. Main duties of the job You will work closely with team members under the supervision of senior researchers and/or programme managers to support the delivery of patient safety research programmes. You will be an integral part of the team contributing to study design, recruitment and data collection and analysis. You will help with administrative support, data management and obtaining necessary ethical and governance approvals. Other responsibilities might include literature searching, contributing to regular study updates, writing blogs to help promote the theme and our findings, writing publications and other dissemination activities. There is a strong focus on EDI and stakeholder engagement and impact. This makes the role an ideal position for those who are keen to build their networks, develop their expertise in safety science and deliver research that makes a difference to the safety of patients and their families and underrepresented groups. Support will be available from a Research Administrator. Mentorship and guidance will be provided by senior research colleagues. About us Our People Charter outlines the behaviours we can expect from one another and what you can expect from Bradford Teaching Hospitals Foundation Trust: We value people We are one team We care We're keen to meet people who share these values and are passionate about delivering the highest quality of care to our patients. Date posted 17 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum Contract Fixed term Duration 23 months Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number 389-25-6925090 Job locations Bradford Institute for Health Research, Bradford Royal Infirmary Duckworth Lane Bradford BD9 6RJ Job description Job responsibilities To work closely with the Decluttering for patient safety and/or SaSI-MEDs Senior Research Fellows in the Yorkshire and Humber PSRC, as part of the Quality & Safety Research Group, to deliver a nationally and internationally recognised programme of patient safety research To help promote the Yorkshire and Humber PSRC and/or SaSI-MEDs through social media, conference presentations, attendance at regional and national events Toembed equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) in all research activities To be responsible for recruitment of staff and patients to projects within the themes of work To undertake accurate collection, collation, and entry of all data Ensure confidential management and storage of all data held electronically and on paper To accurately maintain study databases To carry out literature searches to identify best available evidence/previous research/gaps in knowledge To assist with preparation of applications for required permissions for projects as per regulatory requirements. e.g. ethics, NHS research governance To conduct analysis of qualitative and quantitative data To liaise with healthcare staff across study sites, including NHS sites To participate in internal and external meetings and events as and when required To input ideas and determine own day-to-day operation within agreed parameters To perform administrative duties in relation to the programme of research To write/contribute to research reports and papers for publication To provide regular updates on progress, potential obstacles or problems to the research team To support Patient and Public Involvement and Staff Advisory Groups To develop your research skills and undertake training as required by the post Job description Job responsibilities To work closely with the Decluttering for patient safety and/or SaSI-MEDs Senior Research Fellows in the Yorkshire and Humber PSRC, as part of the Quality & Safety Research Group, to deliver a nationally and internationally recognised programme of patient safety research To help promote the Yorkshire and Humber PSRC and/or SaSI-MEDs through social media, conference presentations, attendance at regional and national events Toembed equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) in all research activities To be responsible for recruitment of staff and patients to projects within the themes of work To undertake accurate collection, collation, and entry of all data Ensure confidential management and storage of all data held electronically and on paper To accurately maintain study databases To carry out literature searches to identify best available evidence/previous research/gaps in knowledge To assist with preparation of applications for required permissions for projects as per regulatory requirements. e.g. ethics, NHS research governance To conduct analysis of qualitative and quantitative data To liaise with healthcare staff across study sites, including NHS sites To participate in internal and external meetings and events as and when required To input ideas and determine own day-to-day operation within agreed parameters To perform administrative duties in relation to the programme of research To write/contribute to research reports and papers for publication To provide regular updates on progress, potential obstacles or problems to the research team To support Patient and Public Involvement and Staff Advisory Groups To develop your research skills and undertake training as required by the post Person Specification Qualifications Essential First degree in a health-related or social science subject Post-graduate research training and experience in health services research Experience Essential Experience of health-related research Experience of working on research concerning health care organisations, professionals or patients in primary care, secondary care and/or in community settings. Experience of collecting and analysing qualitative data (e.g. research interviews, non-participant observations) Experience of quantitative research methods Experience of gaining ethical and/or governance approvals for research studies Experience of writing for publication or writing scientific reports Desirable Experience of conducting applied health services research involving NHS healthcare professionals Experience of systematic and/or literature reviewing Skills Essential Excellent IT skills to produce study documents, presentations, reports and performing analyses Undertaking qualitative and/or quantitative data collection and analysis Excellent verbal and written command of English Ability to multi-task Ability to prioritise workload Ability to work independently and as part of a team to meet project deadlines Excellent attention to detail Excellent communication skills - ability to relate to professionals, patients and the public at all levels Excellent communication skills - ability to relate to professionals, patients and the public at all levels Ability to promote the project through social media, conference presentations, attendance at regional and national events Ability to write/contribute to high quality research reports and papers to a standard suitable for publication Knowledge Essential Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative research methods (design and analysis) Knowledge of the health service Knowledge of research governance and good clinical practice Desirable Knowledge of the NHS research priorities particularly with respect to patient safety research Other Requirements Essential The post holder should be able to respond to the requirement to work flexibly and travel to other NHS sites using public transport or their own car. Person Specification Qualifications Essential First degree in a health-related or social science subject Post-graduate research training and experience in health services research Experience Essential Experience of health-related research Experience of working on research concerning health care organisations, professionals or patients in primary care, secondary care and/or in community settings. Experience of collecting and analysing qualitative data (e.g. research interviews, non-participant observations) Experience of quantitative research methods Experience of gaining ethical and/or governance approvals for research studies Experience of writing for publication or writing scientific reports Desirable Experience of conducting applied health services research involving NHS healthcare professionals Experience of systematic and/or literature reviewing Skills Essential Excellent IT skills to produce study documents, presentations, reports and performing analyses Undertaking qualitative and/or quantitative data collection and analysis Excellent verbal and written command of English Ability to multi-task Ability to prioritise workload Ability to work independently and as part of a team to meet project deadlines Excellent attention to detail Excellent communication skills - ability to relate to professionals, patients and the public at all levels Excellent communication skills - ability to relate to professionals, patients and the public at all levels Ability to promote the project through social media, conference presentations, attendance at regional and national events Ability to write/contribute to high quality research reports and papers to a standard suitable for publication Knowledge Essential Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative research methods (design and analysis) Knowledge of the health service Knowledge of research governance and good clinical practice Desirable Knowledge of the NHS research priorities particularly with respect to patient safety research Other Requirements Essential The post holder should be able to respond to the requirement to work flexibly and travel to other NHS sites using public transport or their own car. 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 Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Bradford Institute for Health Research, Bradford Royal Infirmary Duckworth Lane Bradford BD9 6RJ Employer's website https://www.bradfordhospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)