Head of Research Governance

Head of Research Governance (Hybrid)

You will play an important role in supporting NHSBT’s world-renowned research and development programme by leading a small team of specialists who support our researchers in their work, ensure appropriate governance policies are in place and actioned.

This national role is critical to the successful delivery of our research priorities.  You will have responsibility for NHSBT’s Research Governance Office and work within the Statistics and Clinical Research Department. You will work closely with NHSBT’s Medical Directors, R&D Leads, Chief Scientific Officer and other department to highlight, support and deliver our research priorities.   

Our research activities are unique – within the public, private and academic sectors there are no other organisations capable of delivering research that spans all our products and services.

This post is in a busy Research Governance Office and provides a unique opportunity to establish your skills and expertise in an evolving environment.

Main duties

In this role you will be leading the delivery of the NHSBT’s research proirities  and to manage research governance processes. Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading in the continuous development and delivery of the services provided by the Research Governance Office, providing comprehensive professional and administrative systems for the management and review of research projects and robust systems for approval of research.
• Initiating, developing and maintaining a rolling Research Governance Office Work plan - managing multiple, complex projects relating to improved management of research activities.
• Working across NHSBT Operational Directorate’s to ensure that research activities are aligned with overall research priorities and enhance translatable outputs of research.
• Managing internal research funding opportunities for external funding, the post-holder is responsible for liaising with the NIHR, DHSC or other bodies as required.
• Working closely with the Assistant Director – Statistics and Clinical Research department, which includes the NHSBT Clinical Trials Unit, to continuously improve the quality of research governance within the organisation. Other stakeholders include but not limited to NHSBT Medical Directors, Principal Investigators, researchers (including students).
• Playing a key role in strategy development, implementing changes that arise as part of this.

Please view the attached recruitment profile which is a summary of the detailed Job Description and Person Specification.

What we offer:

• A starting salary of £62,215 - £72,293 per annum in accordance with Agenda for Change (AfC).
• A full time, 14 months Fixed Term leadership opportunity to join as a Band 8b, and progress with NHSBT.
• An hybrid working opportunity with a base in any of our main centres in England, including Bristol (preferred), London, Barnsley or Birmingham.
• 27 days annual leave (pro rata for part-time) plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years’ service and to 33 days after 10 years.
• NHS pension scheme. The NHS Pension Scheme is a defined benefit scheme (not dependent on investment returns) Further details and outline of benefits can be found at: www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/pensions. ‎
• Our Thrive program embodies our commitment to learning and development, offering a wide range of activities to support your personal and professional growth. It’s open to everyone at NHSBT, ensuring you have the resources to succeed and shine in your role.

Closing Date: 23:59 on Wednesday 23^rd February 2025.

Interviews are anticipated to be held week of 3^rd March 2025 – subject to confirmation.

For informal enquiries please contact; Yomi Adegbaju, Head of Research Governance at Oluwayomi.Adegbaju@nhsbt.nhs.uk.

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