Job summary At the NIHR Leicester Biomedical Research Centre, we are committed to working with all experts, and the patient is the most important expert of all. A large group of local people interested in our work help us plan and deliver our research with insight into the experience of living with illness. UHL has a strong track record of delivery into clinical trials with around 1000 active studies at any time and having recruited >14,000 patients into NIHR portfolio studies in the last 12 months.In recognition of its world-class research excellence UHL has been awarded more than £30M of competitive research infrastructure funding commencing in December 2022 for 5 years. The NIHR Leicester BRC is a partnership between the University of Leicester, University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust, Loughborough University and the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire NHS Group. Our overall purpose is to translate scientific breakthroughs in these areas into diagnostic tests, preventions and life-saving treatments for our patients. We do this by creating a collaborative workspace that allows scientists and clinicians to share their findings and deliver research that is relevant to both patients and the professionals who treat them. Main duties of the job The post will involve building relationships and networks with individuals and communities in person and online and working with those networks to support them to influence what research we do and how we do it. This part of the role is likely to involve giving talks, attending community groups and events, hosting stalls, and providing information and engagement opportunities. The work will significantly involve running consultations using focus groups, public meetings, or novel approaches like our Dance and Health programme. About us Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030). We have four primary goals: high-quality care for all, being a great place to work, partnerships for impact, and research and education excellence And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities. Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all: we are compassionate, we are proud, we are inclusive, and we are one team This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve. About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust: https://www.uhleicester.nhs.uk Job description Job responsibilities This is a unique and exciting opportunity for an experienced or aspiring public involvement professional to join the research workforce at University Hospitals of Leicester. We actively encourage applications from individuals new to the field who have an appropriate skill set and offer a training and mentoring package to less experienced personnel. We encourage applications from people who have experience in community settings as well as in the NHS or a university, and we are particularly interested in working with people who have experience working with under-represented groups. Job description Job responsibilities This is a unique and exciting opportunity for an experienced or aspiring public involvement professional to join the research workforce at University Hospitals of Leicester. We actively encourage applications from individuals new to the field who have an appropriate skill set and offer a training and mentoring package to less experienced personnel. We encourage applications from people who have experience in community settings as well as in the NHS or a university, and we are particularly interested in working with people who have experience working with under-represented groups. Person Specification Training & Qualifications Essential Educated to degree level or equivalent in related area * Desirable Degree in a relevant area such as sociology, psychology, communications, healthcare, science Experience Essential At least 3 years' experience in similar role Experience finding out about other people's thoughts, feelings and experiences e.g. consultations, research, customer service, care * Use of platforms for online engagement including Teams, google meet and zoom Basic administrative experience, including tasks such as filing, data entry, handling correspondence, maintaining records, or supporting routine office processes. Coordinating events, conferences and activities Customer service or communicating with the public * Experience building community networks or 'social capital' (setting up a group for example, or building a contacts list) * Experience of reflecting on and evaluating own/teams work constructively and positively Desirable NHS Experience Work in research or academic environment Communication and relationship skills Essential Excellent communication & interpersonal skills Active listening skills Willing to develop and participate in team-wide constructive reflection and evaluation * Evidence of having worked effectively within a team Analytical and Judgement skills Essential Approachable and confident dealing with the public including where sensitive health issues are involved Understands confidentiality Skills Essential Competent at planning delivery of KPIs for multiple projects and researchers/managers Recording activity and associated impacts and outcomes, evaluating and responding to evaluations Ability to draft and produce variety of content for a range of media and audiences Microsoft Suite * Social media * Website maintenance SAP Understanding of research in healthcare settings and the NIHR * Understanding of public involvement and engagement in the NIHR Understanding of brand standards in the public sector Desirable R&D and ethical approval process Understanding of NIHR branding guidelines Planning and organisation skills Essential Ability to prioritise workload Organised and methodical * Able to plan and deliver events and activities e.g. focus groups and conferences Good at managing own workload and conflicting demands on time Ability to work efficiently, maintaining accuracy and attention to detail in all tasks. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Essential Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs. All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others Other requirements specific to the role Essential Willing and able to work antisocial hours oFlexible approach * Working as a team member Demonstrate an ability to self-supervise and self-motivate Ability to arrange and host study days, training sessions and patient/public events * Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours Essential Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours Person Specification Training & Qualifications Essential Educated to degree level or equivalent in related area * Desirable Degree in a relevant area such as sociology, psychology, communications, healthcare, science Experience Essential At least 3 years' experience in similar role Experience finding out about other people's thoughts, feelings and experiences e.g. consultations, research, customer service, care * Use of platforms for online engagement including Teams, google meet and zoom Basic administrative experience, including tasks such as filing, data entry, handling correspondence, maintaining records, or supporting routine office processes. Coordinating events, conferences and activities Customer service or communicating with the public * Experience building community networks or 'social capital' (setting up a group for example, or building a contacts list) * Experience of reflecting on and evaluating own/teams work constructively and positively Desirable NHS Experience Work in research or academic environment Communication and relationship skills Essential Excellent communication & interpersonal skills Active listening skills Willing to develop and participate in team-wide constructive reflection and evaluation * Evidence of having worked effectively within a team Analytical and Judgement skills Essential Approachable and confident dealing with the public including where sensitive health issues are involved Understands confidentiality Skills Essential Competent at planning delivery of KPIs for multiple projects and researchers/managers Recording activity and associated impacts and outcomes, evaluating and responding to evaluations Ability to draft and produce variety of content for a range of media and audiences Microsoft Suite * Social media * Website maintenance SAP Understanding of research in healthcare settings and the NIHR * Understanding of public involvement and engagement in the NIHR Understanding of brand standards in the public sector Desirable R&D and ethical approval process Understanding of NIHR branding guidelines Planning and organisation skills Essential Ability to prioritise workload Organised and methodical * Able to plan and deliver events and activities e.g. focus groups and conferences Good at managing own workload and conflicting demands on time Ability to work efficiently, maintaining accuracy and attention to detail in all tasks. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Essential Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs. All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others Other requirements specific to the role Essential Willing and able to work antisocial hours oFlexible approach * Working as a team member Demonstrate an ability to self-supervise and self-motivate Ability to arrange and host study days, training sessions and patient/public events * Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours Essential Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours Disclosure and Barring Service Check This 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 Sponsorship Applications 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. 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.. Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This 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 Sponsorship Applications 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. 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.. Employer details Employer name University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust Address Leicester General Hospital Gwendolen Road Leicester LE5 4PW United Kingdom Employer's website