Job summary
An Exciting opportunity has arisen for a team leader to head up our fantastic Oncology/ Haematology Research team. The post holder will also lead other research teams where cross cover is required or service needs change.
The position is a 12 month secondment, and you will need support from your current employer. Fixed term contracts will also be considered.
We are looking for someone with extensive research experience in Oncology, Haematology, Radiotherapy and/or other specialities at band 6 or above. The successful applicant will have excellent communication and leadership skills and be able to motivate the team to deliver a wide variety of research studies including commercial, interventional and non-interventional.
It is a great position within a successful and motivated team delivering high quality research to our patient population.
Main duties of the job
- Manage or co-ordinate research projects at across the department
- Provide expertise and guidance on research studies across the trust and in the wider health community; disseminate knowledge & promote research culture.
- Hold specialist caseload and support changes to clinical practice and service using specialist expertise,
- Participate in the education and training of own and other health professionals in clinical research and own area of specialism.
- Accountable for own professional action working within codes of practice, guidelines and current legislation.
About us
As a research team we are a forward thinking, proactive team who always strive for the best. We have an open and honest culture seeking the best for our colleagues, patients, and the population we serve. We contribute to national and international projects seeking to find evidence to improve the health outcomes for our patients.
We expect our staff to be caring, professional, inquisitive and meticulous in their approach, in return we offer a friendly and inclusive work environment which is both challenging and rewarding.
Come and join Research and Innovation and be part of our future
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Candidate Job pack.
Person Specification
experience and qualifications
Essential
- MC Level One Registration or relevant Health Professional qualification
- Graduate level qualification in relevant discipline, be working towards one or be prepared to study at this level
- Evidence of continuous personal, professional, and academic development
- Current Clinical Trial GCP training
- Informed consent training
Skills and Experience
Essential
- Significant experience within clinical research
- Experience of collaborating with other agencies
- Knowledge and experience of handling complex relationships
Skills
Essential
- Competent in the use of hospital data bases and Microsoft Office
- Teaching skillS
Desirable
- Venepuncture skills
- Presentation skills
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.
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 .
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 .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website .
Employer details
Employer name
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
Address
The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital
shrewsbury
SY3 8XQ