Job Summary
As the Research Programme Coordinator, you will play a central role in delivering the NIHR funded North London Research Internship for Skill-building and Excellence (NLRISE) programme for Health and Care Professionals. This exciting programme supports interns to gain valuable research experience, and your work will be key to ensuring its success.
Main Duties
* Act as the main point of contact for all queries regarding the NL RISE programme, demonstrating excellent written and verbal communication abilities (e.g. newsletters, presentations, reports).
* Strong organisational and planning skills – manage multiple tasks like setting up meetings, promoting events, and facilitating administrative processes.
* Proficient in standard office software (Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, PowerPoint; Google Workspace; MS Teams; Zoom).
* Meticulous attention to detail – support accurate budget tracking, event planning, and communications.
* Proficient in tracking and facilitating budget income.
About Us
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers. The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world‑class clinical reputation. Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion. Every staff member has a sense of belonging.
Details
* Date posted: 03 November 2025
* Pay scheme: Agenda for change
* Band: 6
* Salary: £46,419 to £55,046 a year per annum inc pro rata
* Contract: Fixed term (32 months)
* Working pattern: Part‑time, Flexible working
* Reference number: 259-7577057GSS
* Job location: 20 Churchill Place, Canary Wharf, London, E14 5HJ
Job Responsibilities
We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received. Unfortunately, we are unable to notify candidates if their application is unsuccessful.
Key tasks:
* Coordinate meetings and track budgets.
* Produce engaging newsletters and infographics.
* Promote events and manage event logistics.
* Manage communications with interns, academics, research staff, and partners.
* Maintain relationships across organisations.
Person Specification
Essential
* Postgraduate qualification (e.g., Postgraduate Diploma) or equivalent specialist experience in relevant disciplines.
* Evidence of ongoing CPD.
* Experience of working in a research environment (NHS, University, Industry).
* Knowledge of research governance and related regulations.
* Experience of using virtual meeting and learning platforms such as Moodle, Zoom, MS Teams, and Google Meet.
* Experience in developing and maintaining successful working relationships in a multidisciplinary environment.
* Ability to present complex information meaningfully to a range of audiences.
* High level of communication and interpersonal skills.
* Excellent organisational and planning skills.
* High level of IT competence including word processing, Google Workspace, MS Office, Access, and presentation packages.
* Ability to work under pressure balancing conflicting workloads.
* Ability to work independently with initiative and maintain confidentiality.
* Ability to work collaboratively across organisations and geographically dispersed teams.
* Respectful of others.
* Professional manner.
* Resilient and calm under pressure.
* Team player.
* Commitment to learning and a growth mindset.
Desirable
* Specialist health and care research training.
* Experience of designing, delivering and evaluating effective learning interventions.
* Effective presentation skills.
* Enthusiastic and highly motivated.
Additional Information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A submission to the Disclosure and Barring Service is required to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered.
UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Employer Details
* Employer name: Barts Health NHS Trust
* Address: 20 Churchill Place, Canary Wharf, London, E14 5HJ
* Website: https://www.bartshealth.nhs.uk
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