Job summary This post offers a great opportunity for an experienced and strategically minded Clinical Research Manager/ Matron to lead and manage on the transition of research from the current Principal Treatment Centre at the Royal Marsden and St George's to Evelina London. The post holder will be responsible for the transfer of research studies and clinical trial activity - including ensuring that transition process enables the PTC research team and the existing Evelina London research portfolio to maintain research delivery to time and target for both commercial and non-commercial studies. The post holder will also establish processes to support the transfer of the PTC research delivery team, ensuring adequate support is provided to investigators and their teams. The post holder will work closely with the Head of Research Workforce, R&D Lead and Research Matrons at respective sites to support the transfer of the clinical trial and research study portfolio, workforce, and all key performance indicators related to the Trust/NIHR research objectives. The successful applicant will have experience in clinical research, change management and service delivery. Previous line management and budgetary management experience are essential. Main duties of the job The Research Transition Manager will be responsible for leading the transition of research and clinical trial services from the Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust to Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust. In this pivotal role in the Children's Cancer Programme. The post holder, alongside research leads, will oversee the planning, execution, and monitoring of all phases of the research transition process. The post holder will be required to work collaboratively with researchers, clinical staff, administrative teams, and external partners to ensure minimal disruption to ongoing research projects. You will be responsible for developing comprehensive transition plans, managing timelines, and ensuring compliance with research protocols throughout the transition. About us Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust comprises five of the UK's best known hospitals - Guy's, St Thomas', Evelina London Children's Hospital, Royal Brompton and Harefield - as well as community services in Lambeth and Southwark, all with a long history of high quality care, clinical excellence, research and innovation. We are among the UK's busiest, most successful foundation trusts. We provide specialist care for patients including heart and lung, cancer and renal services as well as a full range of local hospital and community services for people in Lambeth and Southwark. We have a long tradition of clinical and scientific achievement and - as part of King's Health Partners - we are one of England's eight academic health sciences centres, bringing together world-class clinical services, teaching and research. We have one of the National Institute for Health Research's biomedical research centres, established with King's College London in 2007, as well as dedicated clinical research facilities. We have around 22,700 staff, making us one of the largest NHS Trusts in the country and one of the biggest employers locally. We aim to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and continue to develop new and existing partnerships with local people, patients, neighbouring NHS organisations, local authorities and charitable bodies and GPs. Date posted 07 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8a Salary £61,927 to £68,676 a year p.a inc HCA Contract Fixed term Duration 2 years Working pattern Full-time Reference number 196-COF10610-S Job locations St Thomas' Hospital Westminster Bridge Rd London SE1 7EH Job description Job responsibilities Project manage programme workstreams and sub-workstreams associated with the transfer of the research portfolio, supporting the smooth transition of a critical service to Evelina London by October 2026, and beyond. Responsible for managing and assessing a complex range of data involving the NIHR research portfolio and making informed recommendations which are focussed on outcomes that meet the objectives of the PTC Transformation programme. Responsible for the implementation and coordination of the R&D workstream as part of the PTC Programme. Facilitate meetings of clinicians, managers, patients and other partners to agree and negotiate priorities and action plans. Liaise with centres of excellence and expert advisory groups and ensure that the projects reflect current good and evidence-based practice. Develop, in conjunction with R&D Leads, Matrons and PTC Operational leads, relevant pathways of care and related Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) guidance and protocols to improve models of care and governance related to the integration of the research portfolios. Responsible for the regulation and merger of incoming policies with Trust standards. Communicate highly complex, contentious and sensitive information on the progress of the projects and programme to key stakeholders, where negotiation and influencing skills are required to evoke action Proactively problem-solve and negotiate where issues arise in the development and implementation of the project. Develop reports or information relevant to the programme, liaising closely with the communication managers and bringing together outcomes from a variety of workstreams to contribute. Work autonomously across multiple professional, organisational and system boundaries and proactively plan, develop and sustain new partnerships and networks to influence and improve patient related outcomes and healthcare delivery system Job description Job responsibilities Project manage programme workstreams and sub-workstreams associated with the transfer of the research portfolio, supporting the smooth transition of a critical service to Evelina London by October 2026, and beyond. Responsible for managing and assessing a complex range of data involving the NIHR research portfolio and making informed recommendations which are focussed on outcomes that meet the objectives of the PTC Transformation programme. Responsible for the implementation and coordination of the R&D workstream as part of the PTC Programme. Facilitate meetings of clinicians, managers, patients and other partners to agree and negotiate priorities and action plans. Liaise with centres of excellence and expert advisory groups and ensure that the projects reflect current good and evidence-based practice. Develop, in conjunction with R&D Leads, Matrons and PTC Operational leads, relevant pathways of care and related Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) guidance and protocols to improve models of care and governance related to the integration of the research portfolios. Responsible for the regulation and merger of incoming policies with Trust standards. Communicate highly complex, contentious and sensitive information on the progress of the projects and programme to key stakeholders, where negotiation and influencing skills are required to evoke action Proactively problem-solve and negotiate where issues arise in the development and implementation of the project. Develop reports or information relevant to the programme, liaising closely with the communication managers and bringing together outcomes from a variety of workstreams to contribute. Work autonomously across multiple professional, organisational and system boundaries and proactively plan, develop and sustain new partnerships and networks to influence and improve patient related outcomes and healthcare delivery system Person Specification Qualifications/Education Essential Educated to Masters level or equivalent knowledge, skills and experience Formal qualification in project management (PRINCE 2) or equivalent Evidence of continuing professional development Previous Experience Essential Experience of dealing positively with organisational politics Proven strategic leadership skills and successful management experience Proven track record in the delivery of operational and strategic business plans Significant experience of clinical research management, including experience in the planning, coordination and conducting of clinical research studies Experience of programme development and subsequent implementation Skills/Knowledge Essential Significant influencing and persuasion skills Able to take the lead and facilitate new initiatives/change A good understanding of the research arena and its changing environment Ability to think and plan strategically and to prioritise work programmes in the face of competing demands Excellent numerical, verbal and critical reasoning Person Specification Qualifications/Education Essential Educated to Masters level or equivalent knowledge, skills and experience Formal qualification in project management (PRINCE 2) or equivalent Evidence of continuing professional development Previous Experience Essential Experience of dealing positively with organisational politics Proven strategic leadership skills and successful management experience Proven track record in the delivery of operational and strategic business plans Significant experience of clinical research management, including experience in the planning, coordination and conducting of clinical research studies Experience of programme development and subsequent implementation Skills/Knowledge Essential Significant influencing and persuasion skills Able to take the lead and facilitate new initiatives/change A good understanding of the research arena and its changing environment Ability to think and plan strategically and to prioritise work programmes in the face of competing demands Excellent numerical, verbal and critical reasoning 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 Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust Address St Thomas' Hospital Westminster Bridge Rd London SE1 7EH Employer's website https://www.guysandstthomas.nhs.uk/careers/careers.aspx (Opens in a new tab)