- 1st or 2:1 honours degree (or equivalent) in health sciences, social sciences (or related) with knowledge of the subject area
- Masters Degree in relevant subject area or equivalent experience
- Clear understanding of and interest in mental health or health or criminal justice services research.
- A sound knowledge of statistics and qualitative research methodology.
- Experience of designing, implementing and writing up research.
- Ability to implement and successfully manage complex research studies and trials
- Ability to understand, analyse and interpret complex data and research governance information.
- Ability to work independently, to problem solve and be self-motivated and to manage time and trial resources appropriately.
- Sound knowledge of research into complex mental health needs and personality disorder as they impact upon the criminal justice system
- A sound knowledge of statistics and qualitative research methodology.
- There is a frequent requirement to travel to sites across the UK to coordinate the research programme, attend meetings and relevant events.
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Workforce Research Programme Manager - Prestwich, United Kingdom - Greater Manchester Mental Health
Description
Job overview
A three-year action-oriented research programme has been funded to investigate workforce development, relational practice and underpinning theory of change to support health and criminal justice staff in prisons, hospital and community settings who are working to provide psychologically informed services to offenders with complex needs and personality difficulties.
The Research Programme will be undertaken as a collaboration between Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust, the University of Manchester Health and Justice Research Network and the Offender Personality Disorder Pathway Programme. The programme will link with the newly established GMMH Forensic Research Unit.
It will examine workforce issues in the NHS HMPPS Offender Personality Disorder Pathway which aims to provide a network of psychologically informed services for a highly complex group of people who have offended, are likely to satisfy the criteria for personality disorder andwho pose a high risk of harm to others or of reoffending in a harmful way.
The programme will investigate key workforce practice issues in light of theory of change and other relevant research to identify which factors are shown to have most impact on planned outcomes.
Main duties of the job
This is a fixed-term full-time post and subject to suitable progress, is available for a period of three years.
The post-holder will play a key role managing the workforce development research programme which is a collaboration between Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust, the University of Manchester Health and Justice Research Network and the Offender Personality Disorder Pathway Programme.
This will involve liaising with, and building effective relationships with academics, criminal justice employees, clinicians, policy colleagues, people in prison, probation and community settings, and experts by experience to design and deliver research projects throughout the lifecycle of the programme.
This includes using appropriate qualitative, quantitative and action-oriented research methods to design and refine protocols, study set up, regulatory approvals, site and progress monitoring, on-going study management, study completion and reporting. Understanding of mixed-methods research will be essential.
Working for our organisation
The post-holder will ensure that the workforce research is conducted in line with relevant health and criminal justice regulatory and governance requirements.
The role requires a skilled research professional with substantial knowledge and experience of research in prison, probation, health, and community settings including familiarity with the regulatory and governance requirements relevant to research in criminal justice and health settings
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Research
Submitting research grant applications for external funding from institutions such as the National Institute for Health Research.
Dissemination of research at national and international conferences.
Submission of original research articles for publication in peer reviewed journals.
Take overall responsibility for the efficient day-to-day management of the research programme.
Ensure all research procedures are developed according to Research Governance Framework, National Research Ethics Committee, Medical Research Council guidelines for Good Clinical Practice and Data Protection, including providing assurance that personal and confidential information is restricted to those entitled to know.
Ensure recruitment of participants occurs in line with the project plan.
Work with the Research lead, the study team, and relevant bodies, organisations and groups to ensure that the studies meet their targets.
Establish procedures to ensure adherence to research study l protocols and administrative requirements.
Coordination of study sites throughout the life cycle of the project, including liaison with prisons, R&D departments, site initiation visits, site file set up, site research assistants and site PIs.
Development and safe keeping of research data files, ensuring that all research data are kept in line with ethical approval and governance procedures.
Monitor any required blindness procedures and ensure appropriate action when the blind is broken.
Monitor adverse events and ensure timely and appropriate action is taken.
Manage the recruitment, retention, training of research assistant(RAs) across study sites alongside the site PIs who have line management responsibilities for each site RA.
Line management responsibilities including appraisals and supervision of researchers and study administrator at coordinating site (GMMH).
Oversee risk management of research studies.
Produce meaningful study data in a timely manner thus enabling the study team to predict and plan any issues that warrant changes in the study protocol, funding or time.
Act as the primary point of contact for all external and internal agencies.
Contribute to development and submission of research grant applications for external funding if relevant to the role and CPD.
Coordinate and contribute to dissemination of study outputs seminars and presentations at local Trust sites, writing and submission of original research articles for publication in peer reviewed journals and presentations at national and international conferences.
Coordinate the preparation and publication of data, reports and information, ensuring that these meet legislative, contractual and ethical requirements.
Undertake such CPD activities as are required to maintain and enhance research skills necessary for the development and delivery of high-quality research.
Receive regular supervision and management from a senior staff member in accordance with Good Practice Guidelines.
Policy and Service Development
Follow professional guidelines and standards, Trust policies, and team procedures, protocols, and guidance in completion of work tasks.
Contribute to the development of Trust research governance activity.
Human Resources
Contribute to the induction of new team members including researchers, undergraduate placement students, volunteers, and study administrator.
Provide research management supervision of research assistants and line management supervision to GMMH-employed staff.
Communicate with service users, carers/relatives, healthcare professionals and other stakeholders complex and potentially emotive information regarding capacity to provide informed consent for research participation, eligibility (or ineligibility) for particular research studies
Communicate, when appropriate, with service users, carers/relatives, and other healthcare professionals if a participant wishes to withdraw from a research study. This includes facilitating decision-making for continued participation or withdrawal and gathering feedback on reasons for withdrawal which may include complex personal circumstances/difficulties
Coordinate, liaise and communicate with the Research Advisory Group (RAG) on a range of matters including their own wellbeing and any support required, research trial consultations such as feedback on trial documents or procedures, and research planning and dissemination.
Contribute to the supervision and mentoring of undergraduate and postgraduate students and volunteer Research Assistants (RAs).
Research and Innovation
Use contemporary theory and research to develop and test effective treatments and service models.
Develop and manage externally-funded large-scale clinical research projects.
Contribute to GMMH research governance activities, including scientific appraisal of research applications.
Contribute to the coordination of research activities within GMMH.
Contribute to Research and Development activities of GMMH, including conducting pilot studies, experimental studies and clinical trials
Contribute to publication of peer-reviewed scientific papers outlining results of work completed in the study.
Disseminate research findings via seminars and conference presentations.
Provide project management of R&I activities.
Information Technology and Resources Maintain up to date research records in line with CONSORT statement guidance.
Undertake quality assurance checks on research database.
Statistical and qualitative analysis of research data using relevant software/databases.
Produce regular reports regarding trial activities against the research milestones for the trial management Research Management and Trial Steering Committees, finance updates, data monitoring and ethics committees, and external funder as required
Financial and Physical Resources
Be a responsible authorised signatory for payments as delegated for equipment, travel expenses and training. This can also include significant payments for recharges to other institutions such as Higher Education Institutions (HEI) and other NHS Trusts.
Manage and monitor project spending including regular meetings with the designated GMMH Research Finance Manager, HEI, NIHR andand relevant Research Finance Managers when necessary.
Observe personal duty of care in relation to equipment and resources at work.
Provide cover for management of petty cash float system for the department.
Produce research project costings for the study and related grant applications and to develop payment schedules with other institutions.
Check invoices and requisitions against payment schedules in sub-contracts with different institutions.
Person specification
Education & Qualifications
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Experience
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Skillls & Abilities
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Knowledge
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Other requirements
Essential criteria
Applicants are encouraged to apply for posts at Greater Manchester Mental Health who have direct experience of mental health, learning disability or drug and alcohol services either as a service user or a carer.
The Trust is also committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
We are aspiring to ensure our workforce is representative of the diverse communities that we serve, and we are strongly committed to removing barriers to employment for candidates from under-represented groups, for example BAME, Disabled and LGBT+ communities. If you would like to have an informal chat about the recruitment process for this role or would value some additional support, we'd love to hear from you.
Sponsorship will be offered for eligible roles that meet the salary requirements. Please review guidance from the UK Government . Please note, most health and care jobs must have a salary of at least £23,300, and other eligible jobs may require have a salary of £38,700 or higher, depending on your individual circumstances.
Do you have experience outside the NHS?
We want to attract and retain people with diverse skills and experience, to deliver inclusive healthcare services to our communities.
We will consider relevant experience outside the NHS to calculate your salary on appointment.