Research study set up lead

Do you have a passion for research, project management and driving service improvement? Are you motivated by finding practical solutions that help research studies open faster and deliver successfully? Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an experienced and motivated Research Study Set-up Lead to join our Research & Development Department. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and coordinate study set-up activity across our Mental Health and Memory & Cognition Research Delivery Teams, supporting the efficient activation of commercial and non-commercial research studies.

The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in protecting performance against the NIHR 150-day study set-up target, working closely with Principal Investigators, sponsors, clinical services, research networks and academic partners to ensure studies are set up efficiently, proportionately and in accordance with regulatory requirements. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence how research is delivered across the Trust, help shape future research infrastructure and contribute directly to improving patient access to research opportunities.,

As the Research Study Set-up Lead, you will:

• Lead and coordinate study set-up processes across Research Delivery Teams, including feasibility, prioritisation and capacity and capability assessments.
• Act as a senior point of contact for study set-up, providing expert advice and guidance to investigators, study teams and stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement by streamlining study set-up pathways and helping the Trust achieve key performance targets, including the NIHR 150-day study set-up metric.
• Work collaboratively with clinical services, researchers, sponsors, universities and external partners to develop and expand the Trust's research portfolio.
• Monitor and report study performance using research management systems, including Study Line and Siteline.
• Support the development of sustainable research delivery models and contribute to strategic research development initiatives.
• Assist with training, supervision and operational support across Research Delivery Teams where required.

This role will require us to undertake a DBS check as a part of your onboarding.

As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and Northeast Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible.

Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"

We offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing.

• Opportunities for career progression
• Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
• 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
• NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
• Competitive pension scheme
• Lease car scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Mental Health First Aiders
• Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team