Head of Research and DevelopmentNHS

Job summary

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Head of Research and Development to be based in either our Middlesbrough or York office.

The postholder will have significant experience in health research management to provide strategic and operational leadership for research across Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust. This role will form part of the R&D leadership team to lead the Trust's research agenda, oversee research governance and performance, develop collaborative partnerships with university and external stakeholders, and drive growth in high-quality research that improves outcomes for people using mental health and learning disability services. The postholder will play a pivotal role in delivering the Trust's long-term research ambitions, in collaboration with key University partnerships and other networks.

This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. However, sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements, therefore, we recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

Main duties of the job

The Head of Research and Development will lead the Trust's Research and Development team, ensuring the safe, effective and compliant delivery of research studies and key trials. Key responsibilities include developing research strategy, strengthening research capacity and capability, securing external funding, overseeing research governance and regulatory compliance, managing research budgets and contracts, supporting large-scale research programmes, and building productive relationships with NHS, academic, industry, NIHR and other partners. The role also provides assurance to Trust leadership on research performance and quality, while championing innovation, knowledge mobilisation and the implementation of research into practice.

Job description

Please see attached the Head of Research job description for detailed responsibilities, organisational chart and person specification.

This job advert may close early if a high volume of applications have been received. If interested, please apply for this post as soon as possible.

About us

We are the Mental Health & Learning Disability NHS Trust for County Durham and Darlington, Teesside, North Yorkshire, York and Selby.

From education and prevention, to crisis and specialist care --our talented and compassionate teams work in partnership with our patients, communities and partners to help the people of our region feel safe, understood, believed in and cared for.

We nurture the recovery journey of anyone in need of our help. In Our Trust, everyone has a say in how they are supported and treated because we listen to every person in our care until they feel understood. Our patients, their families and carers work together with us towards better mental health.

We're committed to new thinking that improves the wellbeing of our region. We connect with our communities and partners to get mental health care right, in areas that really need it.