Job summary This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Operations Manager to join and lead the Clinical Research Facility based in the Victor Philip Dadaleh Heart & Lung Research Institute (VPD-HLRI). The CRF is a collaboration between Royal Papworth Hospital and the University of Cambridge. The role will provide strategic and operational leadership to the Clinical Research Facility which supports a portfolio of early phase cardiorespiratory studies. Previous experience in a Clinical Research Facility or equivalent research environment is essential as well as significant operational experience in managing complex, high intensity, early phase experimental medicine research including first in human studies. The CRF management team comprises of a Clinical Director, the Operations Manager and a Nurse Team Leader, who lead a talented multi-disciplinary team to deliver a portfolio of innovative high quality research studies. Main duties of the job The post holder will be responsible for the operational leadership, governance, management, strategic planning and development of the Victor Philip Dadaleh Heart & Lung Research Institute (VPD-HLRI) Clinical Research Facility and will provide research leadership to staff working in the Facility and users of the facility The post holder will have responsibility for managing all clinical research studies conducted within area of responsibility, ensuring that studies are run to the highest standards incorporating Good Clinical Practice Guidelines. The post-holder will be responsible for writing annual and other ad hoc reports, collecting study and activity metrics in accordance with NIHR Clinical Research Facility award contract to Director of Operations, NIHR Cambridge Clinical Research Facility. As a member of the senior team in RPH R&D, the CRF Manager will contribute to the delivery of the Trust research agenda working in partnership with senior CRF & R&D nursing leadership where required to ensure research is conducted to time and target. The post-holder will be responsible for the CRF Facility within the HLRI: maintenance, equipment and facilities staff and will coordinate and manage new facilities projects About us Royal Papworth Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is the UK's leading heart and lung hospital, delivering care to more than 50,000 patients a year in its new state-of-the-art hospital in Cambridge. We perform the most heart and/or lung transplants in the UK and carried out the UK's first successful heart transplant in 1979. It also offers emergency heart attack treatment, sleep centre care and is one of just five centres nationally for those in severe respiratory failure. Based on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus the largest centre of medical research and health science in Europe the Trust is at the heart of treatments of the future. Royal Papworth became the first hospital trust in the country to be rated outstanding in all five areas assessed by the Care Quality Commission - a rating it still holds today. The Trust holds its values of compassion, excellence & collaboration at its core, and all colleagues joining the team are expected to uphold these in their day-to-day roles & interactions. Royal Papworth is proud of its diverse workforce and encourages people to embrace their individuality. The Trust values difference and welcomes all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy & maternity, race, religion & belief, sex and sexual orientation. Providing they meet the minimum post criteria, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview. For a street view tour: https://royalpapworth.nhs.uk/virtual-tour Date posted 06 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8b Salary £62,215 to £72,293 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 175-2425-2-958RD Job locations Heart and Lung Research Institute Papworth Road Cambridge Bio Medical Campus Cambridge CB2 0AY Job description Job responsibilities On this page you will find a Role Profile which provides information about the hospital and full details about the role. We recommend that you review this and refer to it as you complete your application. Please include how you will meet the Trust Values Compassion, Excellence and Collaboration. If you would like more information about the role or working at Royal Papworth Hospital, please get in touch with the contact for this role. Job description Job responsibilities On this page you will find a Role Profile which provides information about the hospital and full details about the role. We recommend that you review this and refer to it as you complete your application. Please include how you will meet the Trust Values Compassion, Excellence and Collaboration. If you would like more information about the role or working at Royal Papworth Hospital, please get in touch with the contact for this role. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree in clinical or life sciences related subject, supplemented by relevant specialist training and or experience to masters level equivalent Evidence of continuous professional development Previous experience in a Clinical Research Facility or equivalent research environment Desirable Masters or working towards Leadership or Management training/module Experience Essential Significant operational experience in managing complex, high intensity, early phase experimental medicine research including first in human Extensive experience in budget / grant management Proven Negotiation and facilitation skills Experience of change management & teaching Practical experience of policy development Advanced working knowledge of Research governance / clinical governance / Research regulatory requirements / ICH GCP including familiarity with issues surrounding clinical data, particularly confidentiality Innovative, able to problem solve and make decisions Understanding of clinical trial processes and legal requirements including familiarity with issues surrounding clinical data, particularly confidentiality Knowledge and understanding of NHS R&D systems, processes and legislation, including the HTA Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills to work with clinical and management colleagues at all levels Organisation and time management skills to manage and deliver a range of tasks and projects to tight deadlines Highly motivated with the ability to influence and inspire others Proven team leadership and team leading skills Ability to work autonomously: able to plan, prioritise co-ordinate work under pressure: Clinical management of multiple complex studies & teams Able to work collaboratively as part of a Multidisciplinary team across a broad range of clinical specialties Excellent interpersonal skills/communication skills Highly motivated and effective communicator with proven ability to influence all levels of staff Skills in preparing and delivering reports Flexible approach to working, including ability to problem solve and provide advice, guidance and support to others Desirable Senior managerial experience within a CRF Experience of preparing and co-ordinating external audits and MHRA GCP Inspections Experience of working within an MHRA Phase 1 accredited unit Experience of Public involvement and engagement Awareness of campus wide research infrastructure and developments Awareness of UK Clinical Research Agenda, current National and Trust Nursing initiatives Additional Criteria Essential Please provide evidence of your commitment to uphold the Trust's values: Compassion, Excellence, Collaboration Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree in clinical or life sciences related subject, supplemented by relevant specialist training and or experience to masters level equivalent Evidence of continuous professional development Previous experience in a Clinical Research Facility or equivalent research environment Desirable Masters or working towards Leadership or Management training/module Experience Essential Significant operational experience in managing complex, high intensity, early phase experimental medicine research including first in human Extensive experience in budget / grant management Proven Negotiation and facilitation skills Experience of change management & teaching Practical experience of policy development Advanced working knowledge of Research governance / clinical governance / Research regulatory requirements / ICH GCP including familiarity with issues surrounding clinical data, particularly confidentiality Innovative, able to problem solve and make decisions Understanding of clinical trial processes and legal requirements including familiarity with issues surrounding clinical data, particularly confidentiality Knowledge and understanding of NHS R&D systems, processes and legislation, including the HTA Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills to work with clinical and management colleagues at all levels Organisation and time management skills to manage and deliver a range of tasks and projects to tight deadlines Highly motivated with the ability to influence and inspire others Proven team leadership and team leading skills Ability to work autonomously: able to plan, prioritise co-ordinate work under pressure: Clinical management of multiple complex studies & teams Able to work collaboratively as part of a Multidisciplinary team across a broad range of clinical specialties Excellent interpersonal skills/communication skills Highly motivated and effective communicator with proven ability to influence all levels of staff Skills in preparing and delivering reports Flexible approach to working, including ability to problem solve and provide advice, guidance and support to others Desirable Senior managerial experience within a CRF Experience of preparing and co-ordinating external audits and MHRA GCP Inspections Experience of working within an MHRA Phase 1 accredited unit Experience of Public involvement and engagement Awareness of campus wide research infrastructure and developments Awareness of UK Clinical Research Agenda, current National and Trust Nursing initiatives Additional Criteria Essential Please provide evidence of your commitment to uphold the Trust's values: Compassion, Excellence, Collaboration 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 Royal Papworth Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Address Heart and Lung Research Institute Papworth Road Cambridge Bio Medical Campus Cambridge CB2 0AY Employer's website https://royalpapworth.nhs.uk/working-here (Opens in a new tab)