Research Project Manager

Job description

Job overview

Virtual interviews will be held on 4th and 5th November

The post holder will be part of the Research and Development Directorate team based at New Cross Hospital and will be responsible for the successful management and completion of RWT led projects, and will act as a source of advice and guidance regarding the research governance for such projects.

The successful applicant will have an understanding of research and evaluation, be required to be flexible and have a wide range of transferable skills in order to co-ordinate projects including, but not limited to, the management of the projects and ensuring the requirements for research sponsorship are met.

There will be opportunities for hybrid working.

We thrive on diversity and believe it is a strength that drives innovation, ideas, and debate. We warmly welcome individuals from all backgrounds. Together, we're building an inclusive culture where everyone belongs and can thrive.

Whilst we embrace innovation and new ways of working, the use of AI tools in completing applications is monitored to ensure transparency and fairness.

You are permitted to use AI to assist with your application; however, you are required to declare its use. This allows us to understand how AI is being utilised and to maintain an equitable review process. Failure to disclose the use of AI tools may result in disqualification or further investigation into your application.

Main duties of the job

• Project Management.
• Data entry and collation of information.
• Preparing documents.
• Supporting sponsorship process.

Working for our organisation

The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust is one of the largest NHS trusts in the West Midlands providing primary, acute and community services and we are incredibly proud of the diversity of both our staff and the communities we serve. We are building a workforce that can help us to fulfil our values, improve the quality of care for patients, and solve the health care problems of tomorrow. We're passionate about the value that diversity of thinking and lived experience brings in enabling us to become a learning organisation and leader in delivering compassionate care for our patients.

We are delighted that we have been rated as "Good" by CQC. We have achieved numerous awards; The Nursing Times Best Diversity and Inclusion Practice and Best UK Employer of the Year for Nursing Staff in 2020.

The Trust is a supportive working environment committed to creating flexible working arrangements that suit your needs and as such will consider all requests from applicants who wish to work flexibly.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The post holder should demonstrate excellent project management skills, be an effective leader and mentor and have highly developed communication and interpersonal skills. They will ensure that the R&D Directorate provides a high-quality service in line with continuous improvement methodologies, in order to ensure effective delivery of the business support operations of the R&D Directorate. The post holder will be required to make informed decisions and solve issues within area of responsibility, guide others in making informed decisions and ensure that agreed targets are met in accordance with departmental, Trust and national standards, policies, procedures and local objectives. A high degree of initiative will be essential.

Key Working Relationships:

• R&D Sponsorship Team and Trust R&D Directorate
• RedCaP or other database teams
• RDN West Midlands
• West Midlands wide research community
• National and International research community
• External research sponsors and funders
• Affiliated organisations where required: University Partners, CCGs, LATS, Community Trusts

Please see the attached JD for the full description

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

• Relevant first degree or equivalent project management experience
• Post graduate diploma or equivalent experience
• Good standard of education to minimum of GCSE (English at grade C or above)

Desirable criteria

• Recognised project management qualification

Experience

Essential criteria

• Experience of working in NHS or similar organisation in a project management capacity; developing and reporting on project plans, issues logs and action plans
• Proven record of planning, organisational and administration skills
• Able to manage difficult and distressing situations effectively
• Proven record of planning, organisational and admin skills
• Management of multiple projects

Flexible Working - As a major employer in the Black Country and West Birmingham region we are committed to supporting all employees to achieve a healthy work life balance. We want the Black Country and West Birmingham region to be the best place to work and as such will consider all requests to work flexibly taking into account personal and individual circumstances alongside the needs of the service. We encourage all prospective applicants to discuss their individual circumstances with the Recruiting Manager as part of the on-boarding process.

Qualifications - Please be advised that if the post that you are applying for requires any level of qualification (e.g. A-Levels, Degree etc) or Professional Registration (e.g. Nursing and Midwifery Council, General Medical Council etc) you will be required to provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. By submitting your application you are giving the Trust permission to check the qualification certificates provided back to the source provider. Please note that a sample of all applicant's qualifications will be checked with the educational institution or provider. Furthermore, a sample of all applicants' qualifications will be checked back to the educational institution or provider to interview letters to further deter fraud.

Visa/Sponsorship Information

In line with UKVI requirements, the Trust is unable to sponsor any applicants for Skilled Woker Visas who do not meet the minimum eligibility requirements including applicable salary thresholds and concessions. Before applying, please ensure that you have the right to work in the UK, or that the role is eligible for sponsorship. For more information, please visit: