Overview
This is a full-time (37.5 hours) post for 22 months. The post holder will provide high quality administrative services to Research and Development (R&D). They will provide general support to the R&D project lead including administrative and logistical assistance, facilitating study setup and ongoing research support for CPFT hosted and sponsored projects. They will support R&D in the administration of externally funded clinical trials and other investigator-led research taking place in the Trust. The post holder will also provide a supervisory role to the band 3 R&D Administrator at the Cavell Centre in Peterborough. A high degree of independence, flexibility and initiative will be essential for the post.
Responsibilities
* Work with the R&D Project Lead to act as a point of contact for researchers to apply for funding for healthcare research ensuring full access to the range of high-quality research management functions residing within the Trust.
* Provide general support to the R&D team based at the Windsor Research Unit and when needed, the Cavell Centre R&D facility. This includes liaison with consultants, managers, nursing and other clinical staff, liaison with local and national organisations as necessary for the functioning of the team. They will have the role of greeting and welcoming research participants to the unit, responding to the queries promptly and ensuring their comfort including booking transport to research visits if required.
* To work with the R&D Project Lead to ensure a smooth process from pre award to study set up and beyond.
* Assist with the preparation and submission of documents to support research projects within the Trust.
* To undertake the administration of externally funded research projects including post-award issues and contractual issues as they arise and to organise the invoicing and administration of payments in conjunction with the R&D Finance.
* Act as a point of contact between the Trust and University members of the team for grant applications.
* Provide a wide range of general administrative tasks including copy/audio typing, word processing, photocopying, desk-top publishing, arranging meetings, supporting research delivery staff before and during the visits by greeting participants and ensuring refreshments are provided.
* Manage an appointments diary for meetings and make appropriate arrangements as necessary, e.g. booking rooms, organising refreshments, travel arrangements, accommodation etc.
* Receiving and processing incoming correspondence and telephone calls ensuring these are dealt with promptly and appropriately.
* Support the provision of localised project documentation for research projects.
* Assist in compiling research study visit files.
* Assist with the preparation and submission of research study participant's expense claim forms.
* Support patient, public, involvement & experience (PPIE) activity working with the PPIE lead.
Equality and Diversity / Additional Information
* Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust is a health and social care organisation dedicated to providing high-quality care with compassion to improve the health and wellbeing of the people we care for, as well as supporting and empowering them to lead a fulfilling life.
* Our clinical teams deliver many NHS services, not only via inpatient and primary care settings, but also within the community. These services include children's, adult and older people's mental health, forensic and specialist mental health, learning disabilities, primary care and liaison psychiatry, substance misuse, social care and research and development.
* To achieve our goal, we look to recruit high-calibre candidates who share our vision and values. As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applications from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including people with long term conditions and members of our ethnic minority and LGBTQ+ communities.
Additional information: Please be advised we reserve the right to close adverts earlier than the closing date should we receive sufficient applications. CPFT is looking to build upon its pool of temporary workers with Temporary Staffing Services (TSS). You will be asked at interview if you would be willing to register with TSS. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to take on additional hours that are flexible around your personal circumstances. CPFT currently cannot accept applications from overseas candidates whose country of residence is classed as a "Red List" country. Applicants who require entry into the UK will be required to provide a valid police certificate from the relevant authority from each country (except the UK) where the applicant has been present for 12 months or more, 10 years before the date of visa application, while aged 18 or over. If you are successful at interview you will be subject to pre-employment checks, including a DBS (if appropriate), references and Occupational Health. To ensure a smooth process please bring all identity documents to your interview. A list of required identity documents will be attached to your interview invitation. All communications will be sent to you via TRAC Systems. By applying for this post you are agreeing to CPFT transferring the information contained in this application to TRAC. If you are made an offer, information will also be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Records system.
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