Job summary We are looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic OSRM to join our team, who has experience in managing a large and varied workload and has in depth knowledge about research governance and regulatory compliance. They will be responsible for the efficient management, coordination, and strategic development of the NIHR Clinical Research Delivery Centre (CRDC) Hub and Spoke model across North West London. This role will oversee business development, industry engagement, governance, and the delivery of high-quality research studies, including Clinical Research Facility (CRF) studies. The postholder will work closely with NHS Research Infrastructure, academic, and industry partners to strengthen collaboration, ensure regulatory compliance, and enhance research capacity across the network. The role will also support budget holder responsibilities within R&I. The postholder will represent our CRDC at relevant CRDC network meetings. Main duties of the job As the lead on R&I governance for the CDRC, we expect the applicant to be an expert in regulatory compliance, with extensive research governance experience. They will have expert knowledge regarding the legal requirements surrounding all research activities to ensure all research activity complies with the regulations. The post holder will represent the department at a variety of stakeholder meetings relevant to the role and will liaise with the Clinical teams in all three hospitals within out Trust. They will be maintain oversight of policies, SOPs and regulatory frameworks; support risk management and audit processes and work closely with the existing R&I structure ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and governance structures. About us London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust (LNWH) cares for the people of Brent, Ealing, Harrow and beyond. Our team of more than 8,200 clinical and support staff serve a diverse population of almost one million people. We run major acute services at: Northwick Park Hospital: home to one of the busiest emergency departments (A&E) in the country. The hospital provides a full range of services including the country's top-rated hyper-acute stroke unit and one of only three hyper-acute rehabilitation units in the UK St Mark's Hospital: an internationally renowned specialist centre for bowel disease Ealing Hospital: a busy district general hospital providing a range of clinical services, as well as 24/7 emergency department and urgent care centre, and specialist care at Meadow House Hospice Central Middlesex Hospital: our planned care site, hosting a range of surgical and outpatient services and collocated with an urgent care centre. We are a university teaching NHS trust, in recognition of the important role we play in training clinicians of the future and bringing the benefits of research to the public. Date posted 31 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8b Salary £67,950 to £78,028 a year per annum including HCAS Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 337-NP-8701LD Job locations Northwick Harrow HA1 3UJ Job description Job responsibilities To view the main responsibility, please see the attached the Job Description and Person Specification. Job description Job responsibilities To view the main responsibility, please see the attached the Job Description and Person Specification. Person Specification Skills and knowledge Essential Knowledge of UK policy framework for Health and Social Care Research, NHS R&D strategy including national and international regulations and legislations Highly developed specialist knowledge of health service and research Proven leadership skills at a senior level, including the management, Desirable Knowledge of innovation and intellectual property Education & Qualifications Essential Educated to degree level or equivalent experience Postgraduate degree in a relevant subject, Masters or equivalent relevant experience Desirable Project management qualification Experience Essential Significant research management experience at a senior level Experience in research delivery, management and governance within an NHS acute environment Desirable Experience of managing a budget and understanding of financial processes Person Specification Skills and knowledge Essential Knowledge of UK policy framework for Health and Social Care Research, NHS R&D strategy including national and international regulations and legislations Highly developed specialist knowledge of health service and research Proven leadership skills at a senior level, including the management, Desirable Knowledge of innovation and intellectual property Education & Qualifications Essential Educated to degree level or equivalent experience Postgraduate degree in a relevant subject, Masters or equivalent relevant experience Desirable Project management qualification Experience Essential Significant research management experience at a senior level Experience in research delivery, management and governance within an NHS acute environment Desirable Experience of managing a budget and understanding of financial processes 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 London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust Address Northwick Harrow HA1 3UJ Employer's website https://www.lnwh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)