Research Facilitator

Overview

We are looking for a highly motivated, enthusiastic Research Facilitator to join the Research Development Unit (RDU) at Sheffield Health Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust. This post forms part of the governance team who set up and support the delivery of high quality research across a diverse set of clinical specialties. The post focuses on commercially sponsored and funded studies. The post holder will work in the research team based in the RDU, led by the Deputy Director of Research, and will be involved in delivering the Trust’s research objectives.

• Apply the relevant research processes required to set up studies in an efficient and timely way
• Manage project amendments
• Maintain systems which capture and monitor research activity in line with internal and external metrics and key performance indicators
• Collect and collate data required for internal and external reports and key performance indicators
• Support initial contact with collaborators and potential principal investigators (PIs), process studies through capacity and capability review, and manage governance and oversight of the research portfolio
• Support the development of new research and work strategically with partners to meet NHS and Trust research priorities

The RDU manages initial contact with collaborators and potential PIs, processes studies through capacity and capability review, and oversees governance and oversight of the research portfolio. We also carry out research management functions on behalf of Primary Care in Sheffield commissioned through NHS South Yorkshire Integrated Care Board - Sheffield Place.

• Experience of working in a research environment / research governance environment (NHS, university or industry)
• An understanding of research governance and the management of clinical research in the NHS, including knowledge of current national systems, structures and regulatory processes for the approval, management and monitoring of clinical research in the NHS
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• An enthusiastic, methodical and proactive approach to problem solving
• Excellent organisational and planning skills
• An ability to balance multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• A keen eye for accuracy
• The ability to work independently with initiative and minimal supervision

Clinical research is an important strategic element of the work of Sheffield Health Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust delivered through the RDU. We have a wide range of research projects ranging from small student projects through to complex and intensive Clinical Trials of Investigational Medicinal Products (CTIMPs) running within the organisation. These run across a variety of disciplines including mental health, dementia, community and specialist services.