Total 1,235 Science / R&D / Research job vacancies in Hendon, North West London

We have an active and growing paediatric research unit based within a new, dedicated and purpose-built Children’s Clinical Research Facility (CCRF), which opened in 2018. We employ over 18 research nurses and clinical research practitioners with a portfolio of over 20 research studies currently in the delivery stage. Over recent years, the department has seen a significant expansion of clinical research.

We currently have an opportunity to provide maternity leave cover for one of our existing research nurses. The post will suit an enthusiastic, organised and motivated individual to join us as a Paediatric Clinical Research Nurse, on the CCRF at St Mary’s Hospital. Hours will be full time (37.3hrs) and the post will be funded for 12 months in the first instance. The successful applicant will join a first class team delivering ongoing, ground-breaking paediatric research studies, particularly in the field of children's allergy.

This role involves working closely with medical and nursing staff along with research participants and their families. Central to the role is the recruitment, education and monitoring of patients participating in our allergy clinical research studies. The post holder will be involved in ensuring that any research undertaken within the department safeguards the well-being of the patients, and is conducted within ICH Good Clinical Practice Guidelines for Research.

This position provides the post-holder with the opportunity to work with a very supportive and welcoming team and to further develop your existing knowledge and skills. Prior experience of working in allergy is essential for this role and experience of research within an NHS setting is highly desirable.


• The post holder will support the aims of the Trust and the NIHR in developing both clinical and academic research knowledge and skills to improve the speed, quality and integration of clinical research in the NHS. The focus of the role will be to provide a grounding in clinical practice and an academic framework conducting research particularly into children’s respiratory and allergy conditions.
• Act as a recognised expert and professional role model within the clinical research environment, including direct and indirect clinical care, teaching, audit and research projects, which will involve managing a wide range of complex and sometime conflicting priorities.
• Provide safe, high quality, individualised, evidence based nursing care with the support and in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team; developing the specialist clinical skills and knowledge to achieve the competences required in order to carry out all relevant duties without direct supervision.
• Demonstrate a good understanding of the research environment to support the delivery and development of research portfolios in order to take responsibility for the co-ordination and management of clinical research projects.

At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.

Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You’ll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.

Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.

We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview.



The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.

For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.


This advert closes on Sunday 15 Dec 2024

Science Teacher Job
· Salary: Inner London Pay Scale - MPS/UPS (£34,502 to £56,959)
· Contract: Permanent, Part Time or Full Time
· To Start: January 2025 or sooner
· Location: The LMAT Girls' School, 107-115 Stamford Hill, London N16 5RP

This is an exciting and rewarding opportunity for an excellent Science Teacher to enthuse and inspire our highly motivated students in our warm and friendly school. Applications are welcomed from both experienced teachers and ECTs. You will teach Science across KS3 and 4.

Working part-time will give you the perfect balance between professional fulfilment and personal life. We welcome all applications regardless of faith. The staff and leadership team include different faiths and none at all levels.

Lubavitch Senior Girls' School is a small school in North London, judged good in the most recent Ofsted inspection. Our vibrant students achieve excellent outcomes in exams. The combination of both Jewish Studies and National Curriculum studies prepares pupils with the necessary skills for their futures as responsible members of society. The atmosphere in the school is positive and friendly and students feel a great sense of pride and belonging to the school.

Lubavitch Senior Girls' School is part of The Lubavitch Academy Trust, a small Multi Academy Trust (MAT) in Stamford Hill and comprises 3 schools: Lubavitch Senior Girls' School, Lubavitch Girls' Primary School and Lubavitch Primary Boys' School.

It is an exciting time to join us as we are transforming education at Lubavitch Academy Trust.

The Lubavitch MAT offers:
· An environment where the wellbeing of all staff and pupils is a priority.
· An inclusive setting.
· Behaviour rated Good by Ofsted.
· Competitive salary package.
· Discounted parking.
· Early Friday finishes every week.
· Friendly and enthusiastic children with a desire to learn.
· Opportunities for personal development.
· Small group of pupils per class.
· Supportive and collaborative working environment.

"RESPECT. POSITIVITY. TEAMWORK." is the code for The Lubavitch Academy Trust.

How to apply:
To apply, you are required to complete our school application form. Please request an application form from Ellie or Francisca or call us for more information.

Your application is a direct permanent application to our school (not through agency), Hays is our recruitment partner for all permanent appointments.

· Closing date: Immediate.

Interviews will take place on a rolling basis and we reserve the right to appoint prior to the deadline below. Please note that CVs alone will not be accepted.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The appointment will be subject to pre-employment checks, including Enhanced Level DBS Clearance.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Maths and Science Teacher Job
· Salary: Inner London Pay Scale - MPS/UPS (£34,502 to £56,959)
· Contract: Permanent, Part Time or Full Time
· To Start: January 2025 or sooner
· Location: The LMAT Girls' School, 107-115 Stamford Hill, London N16 5RP

This is an exciting and rewarding opportunity for an excellent Maths and Science Teacher to enthuse and inspire our highly motivated students in our warm and friendly school. Applications are welcomed from both experienced teachers and ECTs. You will teach Maths and Science across KS3 and 4.

Working part-time will give you the perfect balance between professional fulfilment and personal life. We welcome all applications regardless of faith. The staff and leadership team include different faiths and none at all levels.

Lubavitch Senior Girls' School is a small school in North London, judged good in the most recent Ofsted inspection. Our vibrant students achieve excellent outcomes in exams. The combination of both Jewish Studies and National Curriculum studies prepares pupils with the necessary skills for their futures as responsible members of society. The atmosphere in the school is positive and friendly and students feel a great sense of pride and belonging to the school.

Lubavitch Senior Girls' School is part of The Lubavitch Academy Trust, a small Multi Academy Trust (MAT) in Stamford Hill and comprises 3 schools: Lubavitch Senior Girls' School, Lubavitch Girls' Primary School and Lubavitch Primary Boys' School.

It is an exciting time to join us as we are transforming education at Lubavitch Academy Trust.

The Lubavitch MAT offers:
· An environment where the wellbeing of all staff and pupils is a priority.
· An inclusive setting.
· Behaviour rated Good by Ofsted.
· Competitive salary package.
· Discounted parking.
· Early Friday finishes every week.
· Friendly and enthusiastic children with a desire to learn.
· Opportunities for personal development.
· Small group of pupils per class.
· Supportive and collaborative working environment.

"RESPECT. POSITIVITY. TEAMWORK." is the code for The Lubavitch Academy Trust.

How to apply:
To apply, you are required to complete our school application form. Please request an application form from Ellie or Francisca or call us for more information.

Your application is a direct permanent application to our school (not through agency), Hays is our recruitment partner for all permanent appointments.
· Closing date: Immediate.

Interviews will take place on a rolling basis and we reserve the right to appoint prior to the deadline below. Please note that CVs alone will not be accepted.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The appointment will be subject to pre-employment checks, including Enhanced Level DBS Clearance.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

What skills and experience we're looking for

Are you ready for an exciting role as part of our successful Computer Science and Business Studies team? This is a superb opportunity for an aspiring, imaginative and inspirational teacher to join an established team which achieves very good results. The successful candidate will work in a caring and forward-thinking school where students achieve and make sustained progress as a result of our ‘can do’ ethos.

This role would be suitable for a teacher looking to start their career as an ECT in September, 2025. We offer excellent support and development, with a significantly reduced teaching load for ECTs, and we work with the Exchange Teaching Hub, to ensure you continue to develop into an outstanding teacher.

What the school offers its staff

If successful, we offer you the opportunity to work in a supportive environment, where your contribution to the Computing team and the school as a whole, will be valued. Working in a friendly, aspirational school community, we invite you to join us in our commitment to inspire every student with the skills, resilience, independence and confidence they need to achieve their potential. As a school, we have an extensive CPD programme to support you in your career. We also provide all our staff with a laptop computer.

Excellent learning and teaching is at the heart of all that we do and is supported with a full professional development programme, an outstanding induction programme, and a forward-thinking approach to staff wellbeing.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking an outstanding Science teacher with the ability to teach across the Science Curriculum to join our dynamic and successful Science faculty.

Shireland Collegiate Academy Trust is committed to and inclusive education for all students at every ability and equipping students for the future through teaching them relevant and cutting-edge skills for the era in which they live. Most importantly we believe that every student should be safe, happy, ambitious for themselves and respectful of all.

We are looking for passionate and creative teacher who work well within a team and who will help us on our journey to provide exceptional educational provision for our pupils and families.

The successful candidate will:

• Have the ability to teach Science and motivate students across all ability ranges and key stages
• An outstanding classroom practitioner with high expectations of both learning and behaviour
• Able to inspire and enthuse students
• Committed to raising standards for all and share the same drive to constantly improve and learn

What the school offers its staff

In return we will offer:

• Opportunities across our MAT to enhance skills and experience
• A Level teaching
• Excellent career development opportunities
• Exceptional CPD provision including national and international experts in their field.
• An ICT rich environment which allows staff to be innovative in harnessing technology for learning.

Further details about the role

Shireland Collegiate Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects its entire staff to share this commitment. All post-holders will be required to have an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), including a Children’s Barred List check for post carrying out a regulated activity.

For further information or an application form please visit:

https://careers.shirelandcat.net/Department/Teaching

Closing date: Friday 6th December 2024

Commitment to safeguarding

Shireland Collegiate Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects its entire staff to share this commitment. All post-holders will be required to have an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), including a Children’s Barred List check for post carrying out a regulated activity.

What skills and experience we're looking for

• Be an outstanding classroom practitioner with the ability to inspire others
• Have a commitment to high standards
• Have a proven record of good academic results with students of all abilities
• Display innovation and an ability to inspire students with a range of needs
• Work collegiately to support the teaching of a broad and balanced curriculum
• Preferably have knowledge and experience of working with students with ASD
• Ensure the students are cared for in a happy, safe and stimulating environment

• Preferably have experience of teaching across KS2, KS3 and 4

• Provide critical analysis of the progress, intervention and achievement for all children
• Actively participate in and offer areas of staff CPD.

What the school offers its staff

Newhaven was recently awarded “Trauma Informed School” status, in recognition of how we support children and teenagers who suffer with trauma or mental health problems. The good health and well-being of all members of the Newhaven community are central to our ethos.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Boston Spa Academy is seeking to recruit an inspirational colleague to the role of Teacher of Mathematics. This role is of great importance to our work as an Academy in ensuring that children can achieve their full educational potential in mathematics. It is an attractive opportunity for any candidate wishing to support our teaching of mathematics at GCSE, and also A Level, at an Ofsted rated ‘Outstanding’ provision.

The ideal applicant will have:

• A good honours degree related to mathematics and qualified teacher status.
• Successful record of teaching Mathematics including very good exam results at GCSE and/or A Level.
• Detailed knowledge of current developments in education including the use of the Pupil Premium.
• A passion for education and making a difference.

What the school offers its staff

As a trust, we want to ensure that professionals at every stage in their career have the opportunity to enjoy expert support and training. We are pleased to offer a generous benefits package to our team – as we work together to create a rewarding future for all including:

• Membership to a local government pension scheme.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme which provides confidential professional advice and support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
• A commitment to continued investment in our professionals, supporting every member of staff throughout their career in the trust.
• Discounts and online offers at major high street/online retailers.
• £2k Cycle to work scheme.

Further details about the role

The mathematics department at Boston Spa Academy has an excellent track record of academic success. In the past two academic years, Progress 8 measures for the subject at GCSE were +0.97 and +1.07, placing the department as one of the highest performing in the country. This is further supplemented by our thriving A Level provision, in which Mathematics and Further Mathematics have large numbers of students who achieve exceptionally well. The team consists of 12 teachers, with a Director of Maths, Deputy Director of Maths, and three Assistant Leaders of Maths. With an increased number of students opting to study A Level Maths and Further Maths, we are seeking a candidate who has a passion for mathematics and an ability to teach the subject at KS4 and KS5, as well as teaching across KS3.

At Boston Spa Academy, we are proud that, in our recent Ofsted inspection graded “Outstanding”, it was commented that ‘staff feel valued and are proud to be members of the school’. The report also recognises that ‘leaders are highly supportive’ and ‘proactively seek to manage workload and support the well-being of staff’. As well as feeling part of a community with a common purpose, our professional body also benefits from outstanding CPD and support which is personalised to your particular needs and experience.

GORSE have established a long-standing culture of excellence where ‘high challenge, high support’ is commonplace. Our trust will be made up of 15 establishments by September 2025. In addition to this, we also operate GORSE SCITT and Leeds Teaching School Hub, important establishments in their own right. Ensuring that each element of the trust, including the central team, performs at its best to ensure all children, especially those whose who are disadvantaged, have the opportunity to secure the Gift of Choice, is the central mission of GORSE

If you would like to know more about our academy, please visit our website at www.bostonspa.leeds.sch.uk.

How to Apply:

If you’re as excited about this opportunity as we are, a Job Description/Person Specification and application form is available to download from The GORSE Academies Trust website (www.tgat.org.uk/jobs), by email to Susie.Dubber@bostonspa.leeds.sch.uk or by telephone on 01937 846636.

Commitment to safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to full employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and barring service check. We promote diversity and aim to establish a workforce that reflects the population of Leeds.

What skills and experience we're looking for

About the Role:

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Science Teacher to join our vibrant and enthusiastic Science Faculty. The ideal candidate will deliver engaging and well-structured lessons across KS3 to KS5, inspiring students to achieve academic excellence while fostering a love for science. You will be a key contributor to a well-resourced department with access to practical learning and extracurricular activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality lessons in Biology, Chemistry, and/or Physics.

• Monitor and assess student progress to ensure excellent outcomes.

• Create a stimulating learning environment rooted in mutual respect.

• Contribute to the development of an engaging science curriculum.

• Uphold high expectations for behaviour, fostering a safe and supportive learning atmosphere.

Interview’s will be held w/c 13th January.

What the school offers its staff

We are a comprehensive school of over 1500 students situated near the centre of Aldridge village. We believe that it is our responsibility to work to meet the needs of every individual student, challenging them to achieve their best, supporting them to become responsible young adults and preparing them for their next steps into the world of work or further education.

Aldridge School is a good school (Ofsted 2022). It is a school which is proud of its traditions and successes which have been achieved through hard work and high expectations. In particular, we encourage our students to be Respectful, Responsible, Resilient and Ready to learn in order that they will be happy and successful at school and in the wider world beyond.

Aldridge School has a dedicated, talented and conscientious team of staff who work together to provide a high standard of teaching, excellent pastoral care and professional support services. Our broad curriculum is designed to meet national expectations, be relevant and interesting, support our students in achieving the best possible standards in external examinations and to equip them with the skills they need to be successful in adult life.

The Mercian Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Pre-employment checks include an enhanced disclosure and barring service check as a requirement of this post. Our Safeguarding Policy is available on our website, and we encourage applicants to review it before applying.

This position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check (formerly CRB) under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Further details regarding this check are available from the school or by visitingwww.crb.gov.uk.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

We save & change lives. At Children?s Cancer Institute we believe that a life should be long. Cancer cuts life short for hundreds of children every year, before they?ve even had a chance to make their mark. We aim to not only improve their quality of life but eradicate the cause of their pain.
As the only independent Medical Research institute in Australia focused on childhood cancer, our purpose is to translate and discover (through world class research), new treatments that will cure cancer and reduce the side effects in children and adolescents.
Choose to be part of a team that will nurture your talent, so you too can contribute to this purpose. Together, we can and we will cure all children of cancer. It?s not if. It?s when.
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Testing R&D Director Weir Minerals - Division Technologies Australia, India, US or Europe Hybrid The role of the Testing R&D Director is to own the virtual and physical (material, component and whole product) test strategy and ensure equipment is fit for current and predict future capabilities and requirements across the business. This role will be responsible for increasing our organisational virtual test capability with the intent to reduce the time it takes to design-develop a product to market.
Collaboration will be vital for the successful candidate, partnering with other key functions within the business (such as Operations, Manufacturing and Product Development) and educating, mentoring and coaching teams to provide opportunities in new techniques and testing methods as we move towards an aspirational world class engineering function. Why choose Weir: Be part of a global organization dedicated to building a better future: At Weir, the growing world depends on us. ... Click here to view more detail / apply for Testing R&D Director

As a Research Epidemiologist, you will:

• Serves as principal investigator, epidemiologic research project team leader, and/or scientific researcher for epidemiologic scientific studies of various emerging public health issues and problems as it relates to occupational safety and health.
• Plans and carries out research projects and selects epidemiologic methods to be used in quality control analysis.
• Conducts feasibility studies to evaluate potential research projects, including the identification of occupational groups suitable for conduct of the research and surveillance.
• Initiates and maintains contacts with epidemiologists, health scientists, engineers, physicians, statisticians and other research personnel in government agencies, academic institutions, and industry, who are involved in common areas of research.
• Prepares comprehensive reports of national surveillance system analyses that include discussion of substantive health issues and research objectives; assessment of the adequacy and quality of data used in research; and explanation of the methodologies, results, and relevance to occupational safety and health issues as they relate to the epidemiological problem under study.

Starting at $103,409 Per Year (GS 13)

As a Research Epidemiologist you will:

• Serves as principal investigator, epidemiologic research project team leader, and/or scientific researcher for epidemiologic scientific studies of various emerging public health issues and problems as it relates to occupational safety and health.
• Plans and carries out research projects and selects epidemiologic methods to be used in quality control analysis.
• Conducts feasibility studies to evaluate potential research projects, including the identification of occupational groups suitable for conduct of the research and surveillance.
• Initiates and maintains contacts with epidemiologists, health scientists, engineers, physicians, statisticians and other research personnel in government agencies, academic institutions, and industry, who are involved in common areas of research.
• Prepares comprehensive reports of national surveillance system analyses that include discussion of substantive health issues and research objectives; assessment of the adequacy and quality of data used in research; and explanation of the methodologies, results, and relevance to occupational safety and health issues as they relate to the epidemiological problem under study.

Starting at $103,409 Per Year (GS 13)

We are currently seeking an interim Research Immunologist to work with our global FMCG client, renowned for brands such as Dove, Sure, Persil, and Simple, to become an integral part of their fast-paced FMCG environment.

The position is based at Kings College, London. This is a full-time temporary role for 12 months, requiring 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Compensation for this role is competitive, paying up to £56,000 per annum, pro rata, depending upon experience.

The role currently offers a mix of remote and onsite working, subject to adjustment based on business requirements.

BACKGROUND

The Science and Technology (S&T) pillar is charged with the delivery of breakthrough technologies and differentiated innovations to meet the needs of our consumers around the world, developing new functional ingredients for our leading brands. Human Biology (HB) is a Science and Technology Platform investigating the biological mechanisms that underpin key consumer phenotypes leading to the generation of new technologies for the next generation of personal care products and providing novel insights to support superior claims in the marketplace.

A UL Bioscience Hub has been established at Kings College London, with UL scientists based at Guys Campus. The main purpose of this Hub is to enable UL scientists to work alongside globally recognised experts in the Bioscience field, allowing access to world leading scientific expertise and technical capability.

An opportunity has arisen in the S&T Human Biology team for a PhD-qualified scientist to join our team at Kings College London, reporting to the Bioscience Hub leader & senior scientist for a 12-month maternity cover contract. The role is ideally suited to a self-motivated, resourceful research scientist with ability to work on their own initiative and with strong people and communication skills. A background in immunology is essential with a knowledge of skin biology highly desirable.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Programme support: As part of the HB S&T programme, provide immunology expertise to support all project workstreams. Undertake lab-based research to identify new insights, targets & technology for relevant categories.
• External networks and resources: Leverage the best of both academia and industry, including assessing and working with independent service providers, to support the development of new technologies. Contribute to building the new KCL Hub and establishing an effective scouting network within the University.
• Science capability build: Support internal efforts to build knowledge and expertise in the area of skin immunology. Actively evaluate new science capabilities, establish relevant capabilities into practice and assist in alignment with relevant UL programmes.
• Business relationships: Build and maintain effective working relationships with project teams in Human Biology, Human Microbiome and business category stakeholders in UL.
• People/Skills Development: Be proactive, self-motivated, with ability to work on their own initiative and with strong communication skills, for delivering the immunology focussed Human Biology agenda and exploiting the opportunities of the KCL hub.

ALL ABOUT YOU

• A degree in a biological based subject is essential. A PhD, or equivalent experience, with a strong emphasis in human immunology is preferred. Experience of skin biology/immunology would be ideal, or other host-microbial interface such as hair and oral mucosa.
• Proven ability to handle primary cells, particularly immune cells, is preferred. Experience of co-culture systems, 3D models, histological analysis of immune biomarkers, and experience of managing tissue in accordance with the UK Human Tissue Act would be an added advantage.
• Omic measurements (e.g. RNAseq, proteomics etc) of cells and/or tissues and bioinformatic analyses thereof using R and/or other software platforms is desirable. Knowledge of single cell and/or spatial transcriptomic techniques is an added advantage.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with both internal and external partners for new technology development, as well as initiating new partnerships
• Ability to effectively balance multiple concurrent activities and deliver to established deadlines.
• A strong interest in translational research and industrial R&D; the direct experience of delivering a research agenda in an industrial setting would be an added advantage.
• Fluent spoken and written English.

Research Lead

A national leader in driving evidence-based employment support, is seeking a Research Lead: health, employment and individual placement and support to help support the quality expansion of Individual Placement and Support (IPS) services across England's health systems.

Join an ambitious not for profit organisation that partners with governments, service providers, the voluntary sector and the financial community. If you want to find better ways of tackling social problems in the UK and globally, then apply today!

Position: IPS Grow Research Lead

Location: London/Hybrid

Hours: Full time

Salary: £44,000 — £54,000 dependent on experience

Contract: Permanent

Closing Date: 9 December 2024 12:00pm

Interviews: 30-minute Zoom interviews will take place Friday 13 December. Face to face interviews will take place on the Wednesday 18 December, in London. (Should you require any reasonable adjustments to allow you to attend, please highlight this when you are invited)

The Team

This national programme is designed to support the expansion of Individual Placement and Support (IPS) services in mental health, primary care, and drug and alcohol teams across England. The programme is led by the organisation in partnership with the Centre for Mental Health. It is funded by NHS England and Improvement (NHSE/I), the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), and the Office for Health Improvement and Disparities (OHID).

About the Role

This pivotal role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of employment support for individuals with mental health conditions or substance use disorders. As a well-established program funded by NHS England & Improvement, the Department for Work and Pensions, and the Office for Health Improvement and Disparities, IPS Grow is at the forefront of implementing high-quality, evidence-based practices. The mission is to significantly improve employment outcomes for clients accessing health services through the nationwide scale-up of IPS.

The Research Lead will join a dynamic team of IPS experts, working collaboratively to enhance service fidelity and drive measurable improvements in client outcomes. This position demands a passionate advocate for evidence-based practices who can translate cutting-edge research into practical, on-the-ground solutions.

Based flexibly across England with a hybrid working model, this role requires regular presence at the London office and a willingness to travel nationally.

You will play a crucial part in the mission to transform lives through meaningful employment, contributing to a program that has already helped thousands secure and maintain rewarding employment

Responsibilities include:

* Research and Evidence

* Data and Performance Management

* Knowledge Translation and Dissemination

* Stakeholder Engagement

* Innovation and Continuous Improvement

About You

We are looking for people with a passionate belief that anyone can work with the right support, and a commitment to our values. You will have proven analytical and research skills with a track record of publishing in peer review journals. You will need to be comfortable with changing approaches as you develop a better understanding of the problem and what might solve it.

You will also have:

* Experience of leading and delivering complex research projects against project plans, timelines and deliverables that are results focused.

* Strong IT skills and use data to inform your work.

* Relationship building and senior stakeholder influencing skills.

* A track record building outstanding relationships with different individuals and organisations.

* Highly advanced negotiation and influencing skills and a willingness to tackle difficult conversations where needed to achieve the right results for research and recommendations.

Qualifications and Experience

* MSc level qualified or equivalent professional experience

* Minimum first author or equivalent on 3 high impact peer review publications

* Strong commitment to evidence-based practices and leveraging research to enhance service delivery

About the Organisation

Since 2007, the organisation has helped to pioneer a series of programmes to improve outcomes for individuals with complex needs. These innovations, including the social impact bond model, have mobilised more than £500 million globally. With sister organisations in the US, Israel, the Netherlands and India the organisation has network of partners across the world.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

We actively encourage applications from under-represented and minoritised groups, including those with lived experience of the social issues we are working to address. The organisation is an equal opportunities employer and support a range of flexible working options.

The application process uses Applied, a platform developed by the Behavioural Insights Team, to record your application. Applied is focused on using behavioural and data science to improve hiring decisions and minimise unconscious bias in the recruitment process. You will be asked to respond to four situational based questions, which will allow you to express your ability.

Other roles you may have experience with could include Research, Researcher, Lead Researcher, Research Lead, Senior Researcher, Senior Research Lead, Research Manager.

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Clinical Research Nurse or Practitioner, to join our CCRF team at St Mary’s Hospital, Paddington. This post would suit enthusiastic individuals who are eager to get involved with delivering clinical research to children and their families throughout children’s services at Imperial but with a focus on Paediatric emergency care.

The successful applicant will be part of a first class team delivering ongoing paediatric clinical research studies. This role will involve assessing and managing care pathways for participants in research: including, recruitment, education and monitoring of research subjects, providing support for research participants and their families and the accurate collection and documentation of data.

You will work collaboratively with colleagues in the research team and the wider multidisciplinary team, to support new and existing clinical trials and studies. You will also require a working knowledge and compliance with local, national and international research regulations including Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
Previous experience of working with/in paediatric/neonatal fields is essential.

Experience in clinical research is desirable but is not mandatory, as the role will be fully supported, with training provided to ensure patient safety and compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) to the highest level of excellence.

You will be responsible for supporting the safe and professional delivery of clinical research trials for children and their families in compliance with GCP and national and local research governance standards.

You will have good, foundational clinical knowledge and experience of caring for patients in a paediatric setting with skills that can be translated into a clinical research nurse role. You will be required to adhere to local Trust policy and uphold Trust values in the care of our research participants and your own professional conduct.

You will act as an ambassador for paediatric clinical research across the Trust in order to positively impact improvements in clinical care for children and young people. You will be a good communicator and be able to work collaboratively with a variety of multi-disciplinary teams.

You will work alongside the existing research staff to recruit patients into our clinical trials using the informed consent process and ensure that the studies are delivered as per their protocols from initiation to close-out. You will be a team player and enjoy supporting your colleagues as well as having the ability to work autonomously when appropriate.

At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.

Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You’ll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.

Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.

We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview.

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.

For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.


This advert closes on Monday 9 Dec 2024