Job Description
Job overviewPlease note, at this stage, the role is open only to internal staff (including NHSP and Agency staff currently on placement within our organisation) and staff substantively employed within Kent and Medway NHS Trusts and the Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board (ICB). Any individual who is at risk of redundancy will be given priority, provided they meet the essential criteria.We are seeking a Research Programmes Manager who will provide leadership in the development, coordination, and management of larger-scale research programmes within the Trust.This role will complement the Clinical Research Operations Manager by focusing on programme development and partnership working, while also supporting the growth of the Trust’s research portfolio and reputationThe postholder will play a key role in identifying, securing, and initiating new research opportunities, working across clinical and academic institutions to develop sustainable, high-quality research programmes.Main duties of the job- They will bring expertise in research funding, programme management, and stakeholder engagement, ensuring that new research is successfully established and aligned with Trust and national priorities.Programme Development & Leadership- Lead the development and management of large, multi-partner research programmes.- Support investigators with the development of larger funding applications, including grant writing, costing, and submission.- Provide expert guidance on research design, governance requirements, and strategic alignment with NIHR, UKRI, and other funders.- Oversee the start-up of new research programmes, establishing suitable infrastructure, partnerships, and resources are in place.- Monitor progress of ongoing programmes, identifying risks and mitigating barriers to deliveryWorking for our organisationWe are the Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust. We care for the mental health and wellbeing of people across Kent and Medway.
Our teams support adults with a wide range of mental health needs. Because we cover the whole county and both hospital and community settings, we can make care more joined up and easier to access for the 1.8 million people of Kent and Medway. Rated ‘Good’ by the CQC, we care for over 2,000 people in our hospitals and 54,000 in the community each year.Our vision is simple: We are here to help communities not just live with mental illness, but live well.
It’s why we’re passionate about working with communities to make mental health care better for everyone. And everything we do is guided by our values caring, inclusive, curious and confident.Join us - if you share our passion for better mental health care and want to be part of a team that’s doing well together.Please refer to the attached job description for the full details on the responsibilities and person specificationWe are serious about diversity and inclusion, and we are working hard to build this into our DNA. We warmly welcome applications for any of our roles from people from diverse backgrounds, and we are proactively encouraging applications from under-represented communities for our more senior roles, like this one.Detailed job description and main responsibilities- Oversee the start-up of new research programmes, establishing suitable infrastructure, partnerships, and resources are in place.- Monitor progress of ongoing programmes, identifying risks and mitigating barriers to deliveryPlease refer to the attached job description for the full details on the responsibilities and person specificationWe are serious about diversity and inclusion, and we are working hard to build this into our DNA.
We warmly welcome applications for any of our roles from people from diverse backgrounds, and we are proactively encouraging applications from under-represented communities for our more senior roles, like this one.The post holder must hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car/vehicle to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010).Person specificationTraining, Qualifications and RegistrationEssential criteria- Educated to Degree level or equivalent relevant experience with high levels of literacy and numeracy- Evidence of continual professional developmentDesirable criteria- PhD in health, life sciences, or related fieldExperienceEssential criteria- Significant experience of research management and development within the NHS or academic sector- Experience of managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects or programmes- Experience of working with senior academics, clinicians, and external partnersDesirable criteria- Experience in an NHS setting- Experience in supporting early career researchers or research capacity-building initiativesKnowledge and SkillsEssential criteria- In-depth knowledge of research governance, funding processes, and ethical approvals- Excellent communication, negotiation, and influencing skills- Strong knowledge of challenges in developing research programmes across clinical and academic institutionsDesirable criteria- None