Job overview
This post is intended to manage a multi-centre feasibility trial examining the use of cognitive analytic therapy (CAT) for young people (aged 13-17) who self-harm, on behalf of the chief investigator. The trial manager will oversee the day-to-day delivery the RELATE-YP (Relational Approach to Working with Young People who Self-Harm) trial. The Post holder will sit as part of the Research Department and the Study team and will be required to Project Manage and deliver this study, under the direction of the Chief Investigator This is a multi-site study and will require collaborative working with all 3 sites across the country to ensure the study is delivered to time and target in line with contractually agreed
arrangements with the NIHR and the study partners.
Main duties of the job
The trial manager would lead on the qualitative process evaluation, including the data analysis, write up and publication of this work.
The post holder will be expected to work independently according to an agreed plan and under supervision within the Trust’s R&D framework and the Principal Investigators for the study.
The post holder will communicate with a variety of stakeholders and have advanced organisational skills to prioritise and effectively manage their workload.
Working for our organisation
We are proud to provide high quality mental health and learning disability services, both inpatient and in the community across five boroughs of Greater Manchester - Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, Stockport and Tameside and Glossop.
Our vision is for a happier and more hopeful life for everyone in our communities and our staff work hard to deliver the very best care for the people who use our services. We’re really proud of our #PennineCarePeople and do everything we can to make sure we’re a great place to work.
All individuals regardless of race, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership are encouraged to apply for this post. We would also encourage applications from individuals with a lived experience of mental illness, either individually or as a carer.
If you come and work for us we will offer a range of benefits and opportunities, including:
* Generous annual leave entitlement for Agenda for Change and Medical and Dental staff.
* Flexible working opportunities to support your work/life balance
* Access to Continued Professional Development
* Involvement in improvement and research activities
* Health and Wellbeing activities and access to an excellent staff wellbeing service
* Access to staff discounts across retail, leisure and travel
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Monitoring study progress to ensure compliance with and adherence to the project plan and to identify, evaluate and rectify problems.
• Work with the Chief Investigator to ensure that the Study is meeting its targets, is producing meaningful output and to predict and plan any changes that warrant requests to changes in protocol, funding or time.
• Act as the point of contact for the Study across all external and internal agencies.
• Planning and organising the complex programme across all three national sites managing the various components of the study including site set up, participant recruitment, data gathering and site close down
• To liaise with relevant funding bodies, research support network (e.g. NIHR Research Design Service) and R&D departments of partner organisations - including principal investigators, finance, study delivery teams and others
• Planning and supporting the meetings and work of the various groups and bodies associated with the Study.
• To support the Chief investigator and other team members with relevant research/administrative activities as required
• Negotiating contracts and collaboration agreements in conjunction with PCFT senior research coordinator and equivalents at other sites
• Understand the requirements of the various controlling bodies, agencies and frameworks, guiding the project in conforming to those requirements and co-ordinating any necessary audit processes. This will include drafting reports for funders, ethics committees and
others
• Ensure the inclusion of consumer group representatives at the appropriate levels and times. This will be done in partnership with the service user research associate and service user groups across PCFT
• To work effectively under time-pressure in order to meet tight deadlines and project milestones
• To provide advice or demonstrate own research activities or workplace routines
• To organise their own day-to-day tasks and activities; the post holder must be able to take significant responsibility for planning and implementation of specific elements of the research activities conducted within the project.
• To be aware of national developments, attend national events and undertake any necessary and relevant training to keep up to date with research developments and related issues as required.
• Comply with data management and quality assurance according to regulatory guidelines (ICH GCP and Data Protection Act 1998).
• To comply with departmental policies concerning security, safety and patient confidentiality and to ensure that procedures are carried out with safe systems of work and current legislation.
• Ensure timely reporting of serious adverse events in line with the UK Policy Framework for Health and social care research
• Ensure decisions of the trial management committee are implemented in a timely manner
• Overseeing the tracking of participants through the trial and managing the scheduling of assessments.
• Overseeing randomisation procedures.
• Promoting the RELATE-YP trial to staff and service users within the Trust and identifying and approaching potential participants.
• Undertaking non-clinical baseline research assessments with young people taking part in the trial
Person specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential criteria
* Relevant first degree or equivalent qualification
* Post graduate diploma in related subject, or equivalent experience
* Current Good Clinical Practice certificate (within last 2 years)
Experience
Essential criteria
* Experience undertaking quantitative research
* Experience conducting qualitative research
* Experience of working within a clinical trial
* Demonstrable administration experience
Desirable criteria
* Experience of research within young people’s mental health settings
* Experience of management of randomised controlled trials
* Experience of working with higher education institutions
* Expertise of working with colleagues in NHS settings
Knowledge
Essential criteria
* Understanding of risk management procedures within research
* Understanding of confidentiality and data protection within the NHS and/or other healthcare setting/clinical organisation
* Knowledge of research methodologies including trial methodologies
* Knowledge of research ethics and obtaining informed consent.
* Knowledge of the principles of GCP
* Knowledge of research methodologies
Desirable criteria
* Knowledge of research and practice relating to self-harm
Skills
Essential criteria
* Can demonstrate support for the values and beliefs of the Trust
* Able to participate in and contribute to multi-disciplinary team discussions
* Able to participate in and contribute to multi-disciplinary team discussions
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Qualitative data collection and analysis skills
* Ability to manage challenging conversations with parents and young person’s / children within context of research
* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and members of the Multidisciplinary Team
* IT Skills, including Microsoft Office
* Strong organisational and planning skills.
* Strong skills in administrating research assessments (interviews, questionnaires) with clinical populations
* Good skills with risk management
Desirable criteria
* Skills in managing other research staff
* Skills in quantitative data analysis
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What happens after your application has been received?
You will be informed about the progress of your application following shortlisting via email. Only applicants who clearly demonstrate the criteria listed in the person specification will be shortlisted for interview. Interview invites will be sent out via email.
What happens if I am offered the position after interview?
The hiring manager will make contact with you to verbally offer you the position. The hiring manager will then inform Recruitment of the decision and provide relevant paperwork. You will be sent a formal conditional offer via email.
What pre-employment checks will I need to complete?
By conducting pre-employment checks, the recruitment team will verify that you meet the pre-conditions of the role you have been offered. Pre-employment checks will be carried out according to. The checks are:
* Identity verification
* Right to work check
* Disclosure and barring service (DBS)/Criminal record check (dependent on role)
* Professional registration and/or qualification check
* Occupational health assessment
* Employment history and reference validation
All applicants external to the NHS will be required to provide their to cover the most recent three years employment. This information will used to validate employment history and references as part of pre-employment checks.
If you are offered a position with us and you require sponsorship to support your right to work, we will review your eligibility in line with. If the role you have been offered is not eligible for sponsorship, and you are not able to evidence own your right to work, your conditional offer could be withdrawn.
What happens when pre-employment checks are complete?
Recruitment will liaise with you and the hiring manager to arrange a start date for your new position. You will then be booked on to a Trust Welcome Session and be sent your Pennine Care NHS Terms and Conditions.
Other important information
* We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) and recognise the importance of ensuring our diverse service user population is reflected within our workforce. Unfortunately, we know that, at present, there is underrepresentation of our communities in our workforce. We welcome applications from people from diverse communities to help us grow, learn, be better and consider brilliant innovation diverse people bring.
* If you would like to be considered under the disability confident scheme, you will be guaranteed an interview if you meet the essential criteria on the person specification for the post.
* If you require reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process please phone us on 0161 716 3181 at the earliest opportunity. We will support you to complete your application.
* Unfortunately we are not able to guarantee the transfer of lease cars, or cover the costs of early termination charges.
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