About this role
Job summary
Right to work: We actively promote diversity and inclusion. This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. We recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Skilled Worker sponsorship will be assigned in line with Trust procedure. Visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa
The Lead for Strategic Research Initiatives will provide senior clinical leadership to support delivery of strategic research priorities at The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre.
Initially, the post holder will provide leadership for the Trust's Organisation of European Cancer Institutes (OECI) Accreditation Programme and support the development and delivery of an agreed Cancer North Biomedical Research Centre (BRC) theme or programme. The role will strengthen collaboration with academic and healthcare partners, support research capacity building and contribute to the delivery of the Trust's Research Strategy 2026-2031.
Main duties of the job
Support delivery of strategic research priorities across the Trust. Provide research leadership for agreed strategic initiatives that enhance the Trust's research profile and impact. Represent the Trust at relevant local, regional and national meetings as appropriate. Work closely with the Director of Clinical Research, Director of Research, clinical leaders and academic partners to advance the Trust's research ambitions.
Act as clinical lead for the Trust's OECI Accreditation Programme. Support the development of evidence, documentation and action plans required for accreditation. Engage clinical, academic and operational colleagues in accreditation activities. Contribute to implementation of recommendations arising from the accreditation process.
Support development and delivery of an agreed Cancer North BRC theme or programme. Foster collaboration between the partner Trusts and Universities and other NHS and academic partners. Contribute to the development of funding applications and research opportunities aligned to the programme. Support the development of research capacity and clinical research activity within the Trust.
Identify opportunities to strengthen research infrastructure, collaborations and funding. Support the development of high-quality research programmes with potential to improve patient outcomes and service delivery. Provide mentorship and advice to emerging clinical researchers where appropriate
About us
The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's leading cancer centres providing highly specialist cancer care to a population of 2.4m people across Cheshire and Merseyside, and the surrounding areas, including North Wales and the Isle of Man.
Our vision is to not only maintain this level of commitment to excellence but to work with our academic and healthcare partners across the region to ensure care, treatment and patient outcomes continuously improve in the future. We are very proud of all our expert and loyal staff and we welcome people who share the collective aim of delivering excellence in everything that we do.
Our values represent who we are and what we believe in. They define how we act to deliver the best possible care for our patients and shape The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre as a great place to work.
We are -
Kind Empowered Responsible Inclusive
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details about this exciting role on offer at The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
First clinical degree Higher research degree Postgraduate clinical qualifications in relevant field Evidence of strong continuing professional development
Experience Essential
Experience of management Experience of exercising effective results orientated leadership Clinical /academic research leadership
Desirable
Understanding of wider health economy Experience in project management techniques Experience of partnership working
Knowledge Essential
Management of clinical research trials Risk management of clinical research Good clinical practice and the regulatory requirements for clinical research Willingness to engage with and learn about performance management issues
Desirable
Knowledge of performance management issues/ waiting time targets An understanding of strategic issues facing cancer services An understanding of / willingness to learn about the operation of Foundation Trusts Research funding mechnaisms
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 UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre NHSFT
Address The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre - The Spine Building
2 Paddington Village
Liverpool
L7 3FA
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.clatterbridgecc.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)