EMRI Hub Lead - South Yorkshire
Closing date: 29 May 2026
At the Ethnic Minority Research Inclusion (EMRI) network we believe for health and care research to be effective we need representation from all communities, in all different types of research, so we know that if something works, it works for everyone. An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the team as the EMRI Hub Lead for the South Yorkshire area.
We have developed our work programme and priorities based on what the research community and local communities have told us, aiming to make research more accessible and open.
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) are proud to host the EMRI Network. Previously hosted by the National Institute for Health and Care (NIHR) Yorkshire and Humber Research Delivery Network (RDN), EMRI is a regional initiative dedicated to improving the inclusivity of research across our communities. Its mission is to ensure that people from all backgrounds, particularly those historically under‑represented, have better opportunities to participate in, shape, and benefit from health and care research.
Main duties of the job
The EMRI Hub Lead will act as the EMRI Network's local contact across the region, covering the 3 ICB areas of Yorkshire (South, East and West Yorkshire). They will be the “Go‑To” contacts for those who want to promote clinical research in their local community, engage communities about clinical research, plan research relevant to a community, participate in clinical research, access the EMRI workstreams (e.g. Cultural Competency training, Languages and Dialects group, Reverse Mentoring) or include EMRI services in their grant applications.
The EMRI Hub Leads will:
* Support the development of the EMRI network (public contributors, academics, communities).
* Support the development of the work programme building on the existing strengths of EMRI (cultural competency, language translation, reverse mentoring, easy read, video production and voice‑over, research advice and review).
* Support the business development and marketing of EMRI through a clear approach to selling services.
Job responsibilities
Support community engagement and outreach, deliver training and educational events, maintain resources, authorise payments for services, monitor project budgets, report writing, implement national and local policies within the community, and coordinate multi‑agency groups.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree related to health or research methods, or equivalent through training and research experience.
Experience
* Knowledge of the research/engagement field acquired through a relevant degree and specialist health improvement knowledge at postgraduate diploma level or equivalent.
* Demonstrable community working/engagement experience.
* Experience of delivering healthcare or health‑related research in a variety of settings, including community settings.
* Experience in developing and/or delivering training/educational events or courses.
* Experience of report writing.
* Experience of implementing national and local policies within the local community across many groups/areas.
* Experience in maintaining resources levels, authorising payments for services and monitoring project budgets.
Knowledge
* A good understanding of research and the importance of inclusive research for ethnic minority groups in Yorkshire and Humber.
* A thorough understanding of community engagement and co‑production.
* Understanding of the local and national agenda in relation to health and care research.
* Understanding of relevant policy and guidance on conducting research.
Skills & Abilities
* Ability to be self‑starting and work autonomously on own initiative.
* Ability to present complex, sensitive or contentious information, utilising persuasive, motivational and negotiating skills to large groups.
* Ability to analyse complex facts or situations and identify and assess alternative approaches and required resources.
* Ability to act with discretion, maintain high standards of integrity and behaviour, guided by national and local policies.
* Approachable, personable, and friendly demeanor with excellent relationship building skills; able to deal appropriately with distressing or emotional circumstances in community settings.
* Excellent organisational, interpersonal and communication skills.
* Ability to establish positive professional relationships and strong partnerships to co‑ordinate and organise multi‑agency groups and project‑manage research programmes and initiatives.
* Ability to act as the lead specialist in the area and to work with other Hub Leads as a team with stakeholders.
* Proficient in IT and online systems, including Microsoft Office, SharePoint and Microsoft Teams.
Additional Requirements
* Ability to travel across the region to connect with stakeholders.
* Ability to work flexibly based on community requirements.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Employer name
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT
Address
Grounded Research
2 St Catherine’s Close, Tickhill Road Hospital, Balby
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year, pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Reference number
376-CP-0705
Job locations
Grounded Research
2 St Catherine’s Close, Tickhill Road Hospital, Balby
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