National Head of Research Delivery NMAHPs

Posted 10 hours 56 minutes ago by Healthandcareresearchwales

Permanent
Part Time
Research Jobs
South Glamorgan, Cardiff, United Kingdom
Job Description

A unique and exciting opportunity has arisen for an exceptional individual to be appointed as the National Head of Research Delivery NMAHPs.

The Head of Research Delivery - NMAHPs is a highly visible role leading, driving the agenda for excellence in research delivery across Wales.

The role provides expert, professional knowledge and advice to Health and Care Research Wales in the development and implementation of national and local research and development (R&D) strategy in line with Welsh Government policy.

The post holder will be a registered nurse, midwife, allied health professional or health care scientist, with a proven track record in research delivery in health and social care and particularly NHS environments. You will need to be highly motivated, have excellent communication skills, and a positive and flexible approach to the needs of the service.

Main duties of the job
  • Provide national, professional leadership for Health and Care Research Wales funded (wholly or part) registered nurses and midwives, and allied health professionals and the advancement of these professions within Health and Care Research Wales.
  • Contribute to the development and delivery of education and training to research delivery professionals and develops national standards and competencies for health and social care research delivery in Wales to ensure clinical and service excellence across health and social care settings and organisations.
  • Resolve systematic barriers to the delivery of health and social care research.
  • Represent Health and Care Research Wales in national, UK and international planning and debate on associated topics including NHS and social care service strategy, research and development funding, trial development and management and research infrastructure development.
Contract type: Fixed term - 18 months until 31 August 2027

Hours: Part time 22.5 hours per week