Job summaryAre you passionate about data healthcare context? Do you thrive on working with innovative teams? The University College London Hospital / University College London NIHR Biomedical Research Centre (BRC) is seeking a Programme Delivery Manager specialising in digital data and technology projects, with a focus on research. In this role, you will lead efficient project delivery and operational support, utilising your expertise in research and engineering management. Experience in data governance and working with software engineering teams is highly desirable.Join the innovative Clinical Research Informatics Unit (CRIU) at UCLH/UCL, where we are transforming the use and impact of clinical data. As a pivotal element within the BRC, the CRIU facilitates research teams' access to critical clinical data, leveraging electronic health records and additional data resources. Anchoring the data and computational research realms of the BRC, the CRIU significantly contributes to advancing clinical and clinical informatics research.Collaborate with leading clinicians and scientists dedicated to utilising data for research, all with the ultimate goal of making a tangible impact on patient care.This position is classified as Grade 8b, offering a competitive salary ranging from 66,718 to 76,271 per annum, inclusive of HCAS. If you are ready to bring your skills to the intersection of technology and healthcare, apply now for a chance to be a key player in our transformative journey.Main duties of the jobWork with technical leads to spearhead project delivery within UCL/UCLH BRC Clinical Research Informatics Unit, overseeing resource allocation and utilisation. This will include creating project plans which will require monitoring and adjusting as new research priorities emerge.Coordination of operational management support systems, establishing synergistic work practices with UCLH and UCL staff.Foster a positive team environment through mentorship, engagement initiatives, and promoting exceptional customer service.Lead governance processes related to data access, working closely with Information Governance TeamsConduct regular meetings with senior personnel to align work priorities, identify training needs, and evaluate performance of project staff.Contribute to the efficient functioning of the CRIU, ensuring preparation of agendas, papers, and minutes for key meetings.Lead and responsibility for creating standard operating procedures for delivery of projects related to data accessEnsure adherence to BRC Standard Operating Procedures and report regularly on operational progress and impact.Maintain adaptability and flexibility, thriving in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial culture with a service-oriented mindset.Analyse a range of options for technical solutions and make recommendations to the organisation on the best way forward. Due to the technical context in which this post holder operates this will require analysing highly complex facts.About usUniversity College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)National Hospital for Neurology and NeurosurgeryRoyal National ENT and Eastman Dental HospitalsUniversity College Hospital Grafton Way BuildingRoyal London Hospital for Integrated MedicineUniversity College Hospital Macmillan Cancer CentreThe Hospital for Tropical DiseasesUniversity College Hospital at Westmoreland StreetWe are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesWork with the Information Governance team to ensure that any applicable data policies are adhered to.Location: UCL IHI (222 Euston Rd) and UCLH/UCL BRC (250 Euston Rd)The post holder may also be required to work at any location within the Trust.For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust*In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row.UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.Person Specification
Knowledge & Qualifications
EssentialMasters level qualification and/or appropriate professional qualification or equivalent in a scientific discipline.Good understanding of running technical projects in the digital data and technology spaceExperience with stakeholder engagement, scope analysis, feasibility assessment, requirements specification, and software delivery/implementationDesirableGood understanding of health informatics / within a healthcare settingGood understanding of analytics in a healthcare environment for research and innovationGood understanding of software development in a healthcare environment for research and innovationGood understanding of electronic health records
Experience
EssentialSubstantial relevant experience of managing complex technical projects in digital data and technology spaceExperience of leading and supervising a teamDesirableSome understanding of biomedical scientific terms/ability to formulate documents that include scientific detailStrong understanding of the clinical informatics environment
Skills & Abilities
EssentialExcellent communication skills, including ability to communicate effectively with a wide-ranging audience.Sound understanding of the issues affecting the Disciplines involved in this service areaProject management skills; Track record of working closely with agile and diverse engineering teamsExcellent negotiation and persuasion skillsDesirableDemonstrate a strong understanding of data access for researchDetailed knowledge and understanding of NHS targets and other topical NHS issuesExperience in using project management tools such as GitHub, Slack etc
Personal Qualities
DesirableDemonstrate a strong understanding of data access for research issues
Other requirements
EssentialDemonstrate a commitment to professional development of self and othersKnowledge of equalities issues and strong commitment to the promotion of equality in employment.DesirableAn ability to demonstrate in-depth knowledge of current thinking and policy affecting health and public sector.Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).Employer detailsEmployer nameUniversity College London Hospitals NHS Foundation TrustAddressUniversity College London Hospitals250 Euston RoadLondonNW1 2PGEmployer's websiteFor questions about the job, contact:BRC Theme Operations ManagerChloe Stockfordchloe.stockford@nhs.netDate posted19 April 2024Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 8bSalary
66,718 to 76,271 a year
Per annum inclusive of HCAS
ContractPermanentWorking pattern
Full-time
Reference number309-UCLH-4286Job locationsUniversity College London Hospitals250 Euston RoadLondonNW1 2PG