Job summary We are seeking a Research Delivery Lead to manage leads and supervise a team of Clinical Research Nurses, Clinical Research Practitioners (CRP's), and Research Therapists on the development and running of clinical research studies within their specialist field. Strong leadership is key whilst drawing on research delivery knowledge and experience to ensure effective research delivery for both commercial and academic studies (observational as well as complex interventional studies). KMPT's Clinical Research Delivery team supports a wide variety of research studies in both Mental Health and Dementia and has an excellent track record in recruiting to time and target. The post requires self-motivation and enthusiasm, coupled with the ability to inspire others, solve problems, influence change, and communicate effectively at all levels. Main duties of the job The Research Delivery Lead will provide effective leadership for the Clinical Research Team and be responsible for leading the delivery of safe and effective clinical research to an agreed quality, performance, and financial framework whilst providing a high-quality service. Development of KMPT's Mental Health and Dementia Portfolio of Research Activity. To be responsible for providing leadership, support, training and education To demonstrate specialist knowledge whilst acting as a resource and role model To be accountable and responsible for the standards of care provided by the Clinical Research Team and for ensuring that the clinical aspects of all research undertaken safeguards the wellbeing of patients and is conducted according to the ICH Good Clinical Practice Guidelines for Research. About us Come and work with us in the Garden of England where we combine exceptional professional development opportunities with a tremendous quality of life. We are Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust (KMPT), providing mental health, learning disability and specialist services, serving 1.8 million people in Kent and Medway, as well as specialist services for adults in Sussex and Surrey. We are rated Good overall by the CQC. Each year we care for over 2,000 people in our hospitals and 54,000 people in the community. We are proud to employ over 3,800 people from 66 nationalities, and to serve an increasingly diverse range of communities across rural and urban areas. You will be joining friendly, passionate colleagues, rich in their diversity, who are committed to providing excellent care to our service users and their loved ones. The nature of our work attracts kindness and compassion as standard and everyone from our cleaners and porters to the chief executive and chairman are recognised as playing a vital role in providing an exemplary service. Our strategy Our mission is what we set out to do every day We deliver brilliant care through brilliant people Our vision is where we want to be in the future To provide outstanding care and to work in partnership to deliver this in the right place, for every service user, every time. Check out our recruitment videos Recruitment - YouTube Date posted 22 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year per annum pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 380-SS0623 Job locations Research and Innovation hermitage lane maidstone ME169PH Job description Job responsibilities Ensure the patient is treated according to the research schedule. Coordinate and monitor participants. Record and report adverse events/serious adverse events. Work with the South East Regional Research Delivery Network and KMPTs R&I Department to develop a proactive recruitment system to ensure that recruitment targets are met. Full details are outlined in the job description and specification attached to the advert The post holder must hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car/vehicle to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010). Job description Job responsibilities Ensure the patient is treated according to the research schedule. Coordinate and monitor participants. Record and report adverse events/serious adverse events. Work with the South East Regional Research Delivery Network and KMPTs R&I Department to develop a proactive recruitment system to ensure that recruitment targets are met. Full details are outlined in the job description and specification attached to the advert The post holder must hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car/vehicle to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010). Person Specification Qualifications Essential RMN/RGN or equivalent qualification in health or social care or Psychology (or similar) degree (2:1 or above) Higher degree/formal study of research design and methods in clinical or social settings Desirable MSc (or MRes) with research component Knowledge of the governance and legislative framework for conducting clinical research studies, including Good Clinical Practice. Experience Essential Demonstrable experience of working in an NHS environment with substantial/ track record of service user contact. Experience of providing support/supervision/ managing and motivation of staff Experience of Mental health or Dementia clinical research within clinical / hospital environment Specialist knowledge of research methodology Project management experience Experience of supporting, delivering and overseeing multiple research projects An understanding of the needs of service users who may wish to be involved in research Experience of working with clinicians and across organisational boundaries and liaising with other departments, NHS organisations etc. Experience of identifying and interpreting national policy. Desirable Good understanding of and commitment to mental health and Dementia research Experience of working within the UK clinical research structure Skills Essential Highly confident communicator and ability to explain complex, technical issues to non-technical staff both orally and in writing An open and facilitative style of leadership which can be adapted when necessary to ensure delivery of objectives. Ability to work with, to influence and persuade a wide range of people. Ability to prepare and deliver presentations and reports to a high standard Ability to provide and receive complex and emotive information with staff, service users, carers and other stakeholders. Ability to prioritise competing demands, and to balance project development requirements with day-to-day operational needs. Ability to manage own time and ensure deadlines are met by self and others Ability to work under pressure to achieve targets to tight and often changing timescales Flexibility to move quickly from one topic to another in a fast-moving environment. A good working knowledge of the full range of Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Access, Excel, Publisher). Highly motivated with the ability to work autonomously and as part of a team Good performance management skills combining clarity around expectations, direction and holding others to account Ability to plan and organise work programmes, and to adjust programmes as required, ensuring effective delivery Problem solving skills Accuracy and attention to detail Empathy towards the needs of people using mental health and dementia services Desirable Clinical Skills or the willingness to train e.g. Phlebotomy, ECGs values Essential Can demonstrate support for the values and beliefs of the Care Group and those of the Trust Personal attributes Essential Mobility to travel across sites mainly in Kent & Medway, but with some further travel required, especially to London and Surrey and Sussex. Punctual and flexible across hours of work when required Emotional and mental resilience and ability to manage a varied workload Person Specification Qualifications Essential RMN/RGN or equivalent qualification in health or social care or Psychology (or similar) degree (2:1 or above) Higher degree/formal study of research design and methods in clinical or social settings Desirable MSc (or MRes) with research component Knowledge of the governance and legislative framework for conducting clinical research studies, including Good Clinical Practice. Experience Essential Demonstrable experience of working in an NHS environment with substantial/ track record of service user contact. Experience of providing support/supervision/ managing and motivation of staff Experience of Mental health or Dementia clinical research within clinical / hospital environment Specialist knowledge of research methodology Project management experience Experience of supporting, delivering and overseeing multiple research projects An understanding of the needs of service users who may wish to be involved in research Experience of working with clinicians and across organisational boundaries and liaising with other departments, NHS organisations etc. Experience of identifying and interpreting national policy. Desirable Good understanding of and commitment to mental health and Dementia research Experience of working within the UK clinical research structure Skills Essential Highly confident communicator and ability to explain complex, technical issues to non-technical staff both orally and in writing An open and facilitative style of leadership which can be adapted when necessary to ensure delivery of objectives. Ability to work with, to influence and persuade a wide range of people. Ability to prepare and deliver presentations and reports to a high standard Ability to provide and receive complex and emotive information with staff, service users, carers and other stakeholders. Ability to prioritise competing demands, and to balance project development requirements with day-to-day operational needs. Ability to manage own time and ensure deadlines are met by self and others Ability to work under pressure to achieve targets to tight and often changing timescales Flexibility to move quickly from one topic to another in a fast-moving environment. A good working knowledge of the full range of Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Access, Excel, Publisher). Highly motivated with the ability to work autonomously and as part of a team Good performance management skills combining clarity around expectations, direction and holding others to account Ability to plan and organise work programmes, and to adjust programmes as required, ensuring effective delivery Problem solving skills Accuracy and attention to detail Empathy towards the needs of people using mental health and dementia services Desirable Clinical Skills or the willingness to train e.g. Phlebotomy, ECGs values Essential Can demonstrate support for the values and beliefs of the Care Group and those of the Trust Personal attributes Essential Mobility to travel across sites mainly in Kent & Medway, but with some further travel required, especially to London and Surrey and Sussex. Punctual and flexible across hours of work when required Emotional and mental resilience and ability to manage a varied workload 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. Employer details Employer name Kent & Medway NHS & Social Care Partnership Trust Address Research and Innovation hermitage lane maidstone ME169PH Employer's website https://www.kmpt.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)