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BRC Research Theme Lead Designate JD and PS

Description: NIHR Southampton Biomedical Research Centre Research Theme Lead Designate National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Biomedical Research Centre (BR
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BRC Director role JD and PS

Description: Call for Expressions of Interest: NIHR Southampton BRC Director 2028-2033/35 The University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS) and
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BRC Research Theme Lead JD and PS

Description: National Institute for Health Research Southampton Biomedical Research Centre : NIHR BRC Theme Lead National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) Biomedical Research Centre (BRC) Theme Lead (2022-2027) for the NIHR Southampton BRC Theme Lead role is subject to the University Hospital Southampton (UHS) and the University of Southampton (UoS) partnership being awarded a BRC from 2022. Role holder will act as BRC Theme Lead Designate from appointment in 2020, leading the preparations for their theme and submission of the Southampton NIHR BRC 2022-2027 application. The role will formally start on 1st October 2020 for a term of 30 months. JOB ROLE Role Title NIHR BRC Theme Lead Accountable to BRC Director Hours / Duration It is anticipated theme leadership duties will be acknowledged within job plans and should not exceed 2 PAs per week. Role holders will act as theme leads /theme lead designates in the lead up to the NIHR Southampton BRC 2022-2027 competition and thereafter, subject to the relevant theme being awarded as part of an overall successful application for a BRC from 2022. Postholders will be appointed for 30 months fixed term contract, renewable for a further 30 months subject to the agreement of the UHS/UoS Parntership (total 5 years). Postholders will be eligible for reappointment subject to an open selection process by the UHS/UoS Parntership. BRC Themes: overall purpose Each Theme (or potential theme) will have an identified Theme Lead, who is at the forefront of their field. The Theme Lead must meet, or have a realistic prospect of meeting in the near future, any criteria set by the NIHR for BRC theme leads. The BRC Theme Lead are accountable to the BRC Director/Director Designate and BRC Strategy and Managment Board for the delivery of their scientific programme, as outlined in the NIHR BRC Application and approved by the JSRB and NIHR, taking account the resources awarded by NIHR. Each Theme/potential theme will have specific aims and objectives as well as a research strategy. The Theme Lead will collaborate, integrate and promote scientific excellence in core BRC research platforms and affiliated projects led by University and/or Trust investigators. The Theme Lead will advise the BRC Strategy and Management Board on the progress, and key issues which may affect the delivery of their scientific Theme. Main Purpose: 1. To lead the development and delivery of the scientific programme of research in their designated Research (or Cross-Cutting) theme, convening regular meetings of Research Area leads, PPIEP industry training and other relevant leads and other core research programme members. 2. Contribute to the overall strategic management of the BRC in conjunction with the Director collaborating and coordinating activities with other themes ensuring regular attendance at the BRC Strategy and Management Board for this purpose. 3. To determine resources required to develop and deliver projects and research activities within their Theme, ensuring budgets are realistic, provide value for money and appropriately managed to ensure financial balance. To work with the BRC Manager to ensure necessary BRC co-funding requirement is secured. 4. Work with the Theme specific Research Area Leads to ensure the effective design and delivery of research on time, to target and within budget. 5. Deliver growth within the research programme in line with NIHR expectations, increasing the volume of high-quality research (mainly translational and experimental medicine) delivered and associated patient recruitment, publications, impact and external income. 6. Work with the named NIHR BRC Training Lead to develop and deliver theme-specific capacity development plans. This will include individuals supported to complete post-graduate research training (DM and PhD), post-doctoral development programme and internship programmes and other related training activities. 7. Work closely with the named PPIEP lead to ensure PPIEP is integral to all stages of the research life cycle. 8. Work closely with the named Industry lead to ensure that industry engagement and partnership are integral to all stages of the research life cycle. 9. To ensure the Theme’s research programme incorporates opportunities to engage relevant NIHR infrastructure elements which include CRF, TRCs, ARC WESSEX, NIHR BioResources and NIHR CRUK CTU. Where relevant, to link with other NIHR infrastructures that is theme specific (e.g. Nutrtion links with DART, Data Science links with HIC). 10. To engage with other participants in the translational pathway, in particular basic scientists within University of Southampton and implementation specialists within ARC Wessex. 11. To develop the Theme’s research programme to incorporate opportunities to engage relevant academics from HEIs, NHS Trusts, public health, local authorities and the third sector where applicable including promoting cross-disciplinary working. 12. Be responsible for the timely completion of periodic internal reports and annual plans in accordance with NIHR timescales for their respective Theme and overarching NIHR BRC annual report. 13. Identify the need for any significant changes to the Theme strategy, and seek approval from the NIHR BRC Management and Strategy Board for any proposed changes. 14. Contribute to the integrated approach to research governance and management upholding standards of good governance within the BRC. 15. To lead on, or contribute, as appropriate, to the leadership of cross-BRC programmes of work in areas of thematic or research specialism (as the opportunity arises). To ensure their Theme participates in cross-BRC collaborative work programmes. 16. To contribute to the development and delivery of BRC external engagement strategy in order to enhance external understanding and appreciation of the BRC locally, regionally, nationally and globally. 17. To deputise for the BRC Director at regional and national meetings and events as necessary. PERSON SPECIFICATION Criteria Essential Desirable Qualifications, knowledge and experience PhD or equivalent professional qualifications and experience in experimental medicine (https://www.nihr.ac.uk/explore-nihr/support/experimental-medicine.htm https://mrc.ukri.org/research/initiatives/experimental-medicine/ Detailed knowledge of experimental medicine A clinical academic with significant regional or national reputation in experimental medicine A sustained record of excellence in teaching and learning activities in experimental medicine A sustained record of excellence in research activities as indicated through high impact publications and citations in translational research, Proven ability to work with industry and other research institutes to generate external income. Experience of patient involvement/engagement activities related to experimental medicine. Membership of regional or national advisory bodies learned societies Involvement in national academies of science and organisations in scientific areas of relevance to the Southampton BRC Planning/Leadership and organising Proven ability to champion and oversee key contributions to translational research & in NHS and local settings Proven ability to lead a programm of research activities Proven leadership ability in University, NHS and other settings such as other NIHR inrastructures (CRF,ARC, TRCs) Problem solving and initiative Proven ability to implement successful change management initiatives and formulate strategic plans that reflect and support the priority needs of the BRC, NIHR, NHS, University, UHS/UoS clinical research partnership and other local stakeholders. Management and teamwork Proven ability to oversee people and resource management processes in order to deliver key research and implementation activities. Proven ability to demonstrate patient involvement/engagement are integral to research activities Proven ability to make a sustained contribution to academic leadership at a senior level Proven ability to demonstrate leadership abilities in multiple settings and to raise performance standards through own work areas. Proven ability to recognise and deal with obstacles and difficulties so that the team can deliver. Communicating and influencing Proven ability to establish and build major relationships with stakeholders. Proven ability to act as the main figurehead for key activities, developing important national and international contacts. Able to contribute to the development of the BRC and UHS/UoS partnerships profile in the UK and internationally. Proven ability to use influence to develop positions or strategies. Other skills and behaviours Compliance with relevant Health & Safety issues Positive attitude to colleagues and students Special requirements Able to attend national and international conferences as required. Theme Lead 15th July 2020
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SoAR NMAHP-HCS ACDL JD 2022

Description: Southampton Academy of Research (SoAR) Academic Career Development Lead for Nurses, Midwives and Allied Health Professionals (NMAHPs) & Healthcare Scientist (HCS) Research Fellows Role Descriptor and Person Specification ROLE DESCRIPTOR Role title: Time commitment: Role accountable to1: Posts works closely with: Posts responsible for: Academic Career Development Lead for Nurses, Midwives and Allied Health Professionals & Healthcare Scientist Research Fellows 7.5 hours per week. Fixed term for 12 months (with possibility of extension to 24 months) SoAR Executive Director UHS Director of R&D UHS Clinical Director of R&D SoAR co-Associate Directors, UHS Directors of Education and Medical Education, UoS Associate Dean for Research FoM and Deputy Head of School (Research) SoHS, relevant Graduate School Directors, BRC Director and Academic Career Development Leads, ARC Director and Academic Career Development Lead, Clinical Research Facility Director, Wessex CRN Director, Chief Operating Officer and Training Leads, Director Research Design Service, members of SoAR Operational Management Group, R&D Steering Group. Research delivery (all non-medical clinical research fellows) Background World-leading healthcare research requires excellent researchers. There is a need to build the capacity and capability of our workforce through the coordination and provision of high quality research training. This requires a culture that encourages and enables those individuals to develop their careers and apply their skills within their clinical practice to advance patient care. University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust and the University of Southampton host significant NIHR infrastructure and have a strong track record of developing trainees. Building on our experience, we are well placed to lead the development of an increasingly coordinated approach to research training embedded within a busy NHS Foundation Trust, collaborating with partners across Wessex and nationally with similar initiatives, working in the spirit of ‘One NIHR’. Reflecting on our commitment to career development, SoAR has developed the NMAHPs and HCS Academic Career Development Lead role to help build the partnership’s leadership capability with respect to education, 1 Line management arrangements for the substantive post held by the individual will remain unchanged 1 training and career development of our research workforce under the guidance and oversight of SoAR’s Executive Director. Our team is expanding and we are looking for an individual to lead on the development and growth in opportunities for NMAHPs & HCS to assume clinical research fellow roles and support research delivery as a career opportunity. R&D’s Vision Our vision for research is to work with our partners at the leading edge of healthcare, realising the research potential in all areas of our hospital for the benefit of our patients and staff. SoAR’s Vision Our vision is to nurture the potential of our research workforce to drive the next generation of clinical discoveries, enabling them to advance knowledge and improve healthcare. Key primary responsibilities 1. Provide leadership, mentorship and management of Non-Medical Clinical Research Fellows within R&D with oversight and support from R&D Director and Clinical Director. 2. Consider the shape and development of the UHS Clinical Research Fellows Programme in order to attract more NMAHP & HCS into these schemes and pathways. 3. Together with the Medical Clinical Research Fellows ACDL, oversee the CRN Fellows Programme application process for funding each financial year. 4. Contribute to the development of the CRN Fellows Programme in order to ensure that the needs of NMAHP & HCS are reflected and build a visible community of NMAHP &HCS fellows through this programme. 5. Together with the Medical Clinical Research Fellows ACDL oversee the R&D Research Fellows budget. 6. Be responsible, under the oversight of the Director of R&D and AMD for R&D for the strategic development of the UHS Research Fellows Programme. 7. Contribute to the organisation of the SoAR Induction and regular research fellow meetings. 8. Be responsible for the overall oversight of the research delivery activity of the non-medical CRN/R&D Clinical Research Fellows. 9. Work closely with the School of Health Sciences Deputy Head of School (Research), the Faculty of Medicine Associate Dean of Research, the R&D Head of Nursing and Health Professions, and clinical academic training leads and relevant Graduate School Directors to achieve coordinated activity across the partnership that relates to career development of research-related staff 10. Maintain and develop Southampton’s reputation as a leading centre for health research talent management 11. Together with the Executive Director offer advice to Trust and University on strategic direction for career development and research training in context of national strategy and policy, Trust and University strategic visions and operational structure, representing in particular the views of nonmedical clinical academic staff/units engaged or wishing to engage in a clinical academic career. 12. Promote SoAR through public speaking, public engagement and networking. 13. Contribute to the integrated approach to research governance and management upholding standards of research governance through facilitating training and education opportunities. 2 PERSON SPECIFICATION Criteria Qualifications, knowledge and experience Essential Detailed knowledge of health research and research delivery within a non-medical specialty/profession Desirable Experience of career mentoring A sustained record of excellence in teaching and learning activities in health research Sustained record of capacity building in research through championing, supporting and mentoring individuals and programmes Planning/Leadership Proven leadership ability in University, NHS and organising and other settings Qualification in leadership Proven ability to champion and lead research and capacity building activities, grants, awards and/or contracts Problem solving and Proven ability to implement successful change initiative management initiatives and formulate plans that reflect and support the priority needs of SoAR, NIHR, NHS, University, UHS/UoS clinical research partnership and other local stakeholders. Management and teamwork Proven ability to oversee people and resource management processes in order to deliver key activities. Proven ability to make a sustained contribution to leadership at a senior level. Proven ability to demonstrate leadership abilities in multiple settings and to raise performance standards through own work areas. Proven ability to recognise and deal with obstacles and difficulties so the team can deliver. Communicating and Proven ability to establish and build influencing relationships with stakeholders. Proven ability to act as a key figurehead for activities that cross organisational boundaries Able to contribute to the development of the UHS/UoS partnerships profile. Proven ability to use influence to develop positions or strategies. Other skills and behaviours Compliance with relevant Health & Safety issues Positive attitude to colleagues and students 3
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Call for expressions of interest in ARC Deputy Director role

Description: Enc C NIHR ARC Wessex Deputy Director: Call for Expressions of Interest The University of Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS) and University of Southampton (UoS) are inviting expressions of interest for the role of Deputy Director for the NIHR Applied Research Collaboration (ARC) Wessex. The successful applicant will also be expected to act as ARC Wessex Director Designate, leading the preparations for, and submission of, an application. This is contingent on NIHR confirming organisations will be invited to submit applications to host an ARC for the period 2026 - 2031. Applicants should be an NIHR Senior Investigator and/or a renowned academic with national and international standing as a leader in their field. Any future application will build on the success of the current ARC, and thus applications for the Deputy Director/ Director Designate position will be open to theme leads, infrastructure leads and senior researchers engaged with the ARC NIHR ARCs support applied health and care research that responds to, and meets, the needs of local populations and local health and care systems. These local partnerships (of which there are currently 15) between NHS providers, universities, charities, local authorities, Academic Health Science Networks and other organisations also undertake implementation research to increase the rate at which research findings are implemented into practice. NIHR ARC Wessex is hosted by the UHS/UoS Clinical Research Partnership, working on behalf of, and in partnership with stakeholders across Wessex. The Deputy Director will be appointed with the twin purpose of taking specific leadership and management responsibilities for aspects of the ARC programme (to be negotiated with the successful applicant) and deputising where necessary for the Director, together with leading the application for the next funding NIHR application, and if successful, lead the ARC in the capacity of Director, initially for the term awarded. Expressions of interested should be made through submission of an curriculum vitae (CV) and covering letter, explaining why you would be a suitable candidate and would like the role, to Chloe Mabey PA to Directors R&D Email Chloe.Mabey@uhs.nhs.uk. The deadline for submissions of expressions of interest is 5.00pm on 30th September 2023 Expressions of interest will be shortlisted. An interview will be scheduled for shortlisted applicants. See Appendix 1 for job role and person spec. Enc C Appendix 1 NIHR ARC Wessex Deputy Director1 Job Role and Person Specification JOB ROLE Role title: Deputy Director of National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) ARC Wessex2 Role accountable to3: ARC Wessex Director UHS CEO4 Head of School of Health Sciences, the hosting School ARC Partnership Board5 Post reporting regularly to: ARC Wessex Director UHSFT Director of R&D UoS Deputy Head of School Research Health Sciences Managing Director Wessex Health Partners Posts responsible for: Academic and research staff in their role(s) delivering ARC activities Job purpose Working together with the ARC Director and ARC Chief Operating Officer, take responsibility for delivery of specific ARC Wessex strategic objectives, and deputising for the Director as appropriate. In particular the postholder will be responsible for furthering strategic relationships and alliances across the health and care system, ensuring the ARC portfolio fully attends to the research priorities of health and care providers and population of Wessex. To lead activities to engage ARC stakeholders across Wessex Health Partners to inform the focus and shape of the ARC programme in any future application. To lead bid preparations, including decisions about Themes and appointment of Theme Leads and other infrastructure leadership positions. To demonstrate a significant national and/or international reputation for leadership of research and innovation, adoption and scale up of research findings into policy and professional practice, characterised by a sustained and continuing track record of academic excellence. They will be recognised as eminent leaders in their field of study and possess demonstrable skills and experience in leading research teams across organisational boundaries. Contribute to activities and initiatives to further the national and international reputation of Wessex in Applied Health Research, through the accountabilities detailed below. 1 And subsequently Director for the period of the ARC 2026-2031 in the event an application is successful 2 And Director Designate in anticipation of UHSFT making an application to next competition call on behalf of Wessex Health Partners 3 Line management arrangements for the substantive post within which this role sits will remain unchanged 4 Or delegate 5 Post will be responsible to the Partnership Board, who act on behalf of our Member Organsations Enc C Key accountabilities/primary responsibilities % Time Deputy Director of NIHR Wessex ARC 10% 1. Provide local, national and international leadership in the delivery of specific areas of focus (to be negotiated) across the NIHR ARC Wessex portfolio, developing further the international reputation of Wessex in Applied Health Research. 2. Develop strong strategic relationships and alliances with internal and external partners (co funders), for mutual benefit in the delivery of the ARC Wessex contract and wider research and innovation agenda. 3. Lead the delivery of world class research through high quality outputs and impact. 4. By prior agreement deputise for the ARC Wessex Director at meetings internal to UoS/UHS research partnership, Wessex Health Partners, NIHR and other relevant stakeholders, ensuring ARC continues to develop and sustain productive relationships with member organisations , partners and stakeholders 5. Working together with the ARC Director be accountable to UHS and UoS as hosts and the ARC Wessex Partnership Board for the overall leadership, management and performance of the ARC Wessex strategy and objectives 6. Provide effective academic leadership of ARC related research, undertaking management, research and educational activities, and make a significant contribution to the overall success of the UHS/UoS clinical research partnership and Wessex Health Partners 7. Working closely with the ARC Chief Operating Officer and current ARC Director lead the design and management of a transparent process to develop a high quality application for a subsequent ARC on behalf of UHSFT (the anticipated host organisation), Wessex Health Partners and other relevant stakeholder Internal and external relationships Develop and maintain strong relationship with University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust as host for ARC Wessex contract Develop and maintain strong relationships across ARC Wessex member universities and participating faculties to maintain cohesiveness and encourage cross-university working and collaboration in the ARC Develop and maintain productive relationships with NIHR ARC Wessex member organisations, senior leaders of Wessex Health Partners and Hampshire and Isle of Wight and Dorset Integrated Care Systems. Develop and maintain strong relationships with the senior leadership team of the Wessex Academic Health Science Network and other Southampton/Wessex based NIHR infrastructure. Enc C PERSON SPECIFICATION Criteria Qualifications, knowledge and experience Essential Desirable PhD or equivalent professional qualifications Membership of national or international and experience in applied health research advisory bodies learned societies Detailed knowledge of applied health research Experience of and engagement with NIHR and A significant national and international reputation in applied health research Department of Health & Social Care at a national level A sustained record of excellence in teaching and learning activities in applied health services research Involvement in national and international academies of science and organisations in scientific areas of relevance to ARC Wessex. A sustained record of excellence in research activities as indicated through high impact publications and citations in applied health research NIHR Senior Investigator Planning/Leadership Proven ability to champion and oversee key and organising contributions to applied health research & translation and implementation in health and care settings Proven ability to lead research activities, grants and/or contracts of national and international importance. Proven leadership ability in University, NHS and other settings Qualification in leadership or attendance at recognised leadership programmes (e.g. those provided by NIHR) Problem solving and Proven ability to implement successful change initiative management initiatives and formulate strategic plans that reflect and support the priority needs of the ARC, NIHR, NHS, University, UHS/UoS clinical research partnership and other stakeholders. Management and teamwork Proven ability to oversee people and resource management processes in order to deliver key research and implementation activities. Proven ability to make a sustained contribution to academic leadership at a senior level Proven ability to demonstrate leadership abilities in multiple settings and to raise performance standards through own work areas. Proven ability to recognise and deal with obstacles and difficulties so that teams can deliver. Communicating and Proven ability to establish and build major influencing relationships with stakeholders. Proven ability to act as the main figurehead for key activities, developing important national contacts. Able to contribute to the development of the ARC and UHS/UoS partnerships profile in the UK. Proven ability to use influence to develop positions or strategies. Other skills and behaviours Compliance with relevant Health & Safety issues Positive attitude to colleagues and students Special requirements Able to attend national and international conferences as required. Enc C
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NIHR BRC Academic Career development Lead_2024-04-30_final

Description: NIHR BRC Academic Career Development Lead Call for expressions of interest The University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS) and University of Southampton (UoS) are inviting expressions of interest for the role of NIHR BRC Academic Career Development Lead. The NIHR Southampton Biomedical Research Centre takes new discoveries, treatments and technologies into the clinic, using unique tools, facilities and world-changing expertise across our five key research areas. We aim to improve people's health and resilience throughout life, generating the next generation of improved and individually personalised treatments. The NIHR BRC Academic Career Development Lead is responsible for the development, delivery, monitoring and evaluation of the Academic Career Development Strategy. The strategy aims to attract, retain and develop individuals along the career pathway, from predoctoral scholar to senior research leader, supporting equity of opportunity, achieving a diverse workforce, and developing talented individuals from all relevant professional backgrounds (doctors, nurses, AHPs, pharmacists, scientists, infrastructure support staff). The BRC achieves this through strategic investment in talented people identified using open transparent competitive processes via mentoring programmes, leadership development programmes and individualised learning based on learning needs analysis. The partnership seeks to appoint a BRC Academic Career Development Lead to deliver the strategy for the current BRC funding cycle (2022-2028). Specifically, we wish to appoint an individual employed by University Hospital Southampton NHSFT or University of Southampton and have an appreciation and passion for developing the research careers of research scientists, nurses, midwives, allied health professionals, healthcare scientists, pharmacists and doctors. The successful candidate will have strong leadership and management skills and a track record of building experimental medicine research capacity and capability. Expressions of interest should be made through submission of an up-to-date curriculum vitae (CV) and covering letter to kay.mitchell@uhs.nhs.uk. The covering letter should detail your reasons for applying, and what you would bring to the role. The deadline for submissions of expressions of interest is 5pm, July 9th, 2024. Expressions of interest will be shortlisted. An interview is scheduled for the afternoon of July 15th, 2024 for shortlisted applicants. See Appendix 1 for role descriptor and person specification. Clinical research in Southampton is a partnership between University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust and the University of Southampton, combining clinical and scientific excellence. All of our work is enabled by funding from the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) either directly or indirectly. This includes support from our NIHR Biomedical Research Centre, NIHR Clinical Research Facility, NIHR/CRUK Experimental Cancer Medicine Centre, UoS Clinical Trials Unit, and resources provided by NIHR Clinical Research Network: Wessex. Clinical research in Southampton is a partnership between University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust and the University of Southampton, combining clinical and scientific excellence. All of our work is enabled by funding from the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) either directly or indirectly. This includes support from our NIHR Biomedical Research Centre, NIHR Clinical Research Facility, NIHR/CRUK Experimental Cancer Medicine Centre, UoS Clinical Trials Unit, and resources provided by NIHR Clinical Research Network: Wessex. Appendix 1 Southampton BRC Academic Career Development Lead Role Descriptor and Person Specification JOB ROLE Role title: Southampton BRC Academic Career Development Lead Time commitment: Up to 2 Programmed activity or up to 0.2 wte Role accountable to1: BRC Director BRC Senior Programme Manager Executive Director Southampton Academy of Research Posts work closely with: BRC Theme ACDLs, BRC Theme Leads, UHS R&D Director, UoS Associate Dean for Research FoM and Deputy Head of School (Research) SoHS, relevant UoS Graduate School Directors, other Southampton aligned NIHR Academic Career Development Leads and Infrastructure Directors, BRC EDI Lead, Head of SCREI Posts responsible for: BRC Project Manager – Capacity and Capability 1 Line management arrangements for the substantive post held by the individual will remain unchanged Background The BRC Academic Career Development Lead (ACDL) is one of the BRC Operational Leads, is a member of the BRC Board, and leads a team delivering the academic career development strategy. The BRC ACDL will be formally identified to NIHR and recognised within the BRC partnership. The BRC ACDL will be named in any training materials, induction packs and other communication tools relevant to their engagement with individuals on an academic track. Vision Our vision is to attract, retain and develop individuals along all stages of the career pathway, including researchers and research support/infrastructure staff, helping them deliver worldclass experimental medicine, whilst supporting equity of opportunity, workforce diversity and developing talented individuals from all relevant professional backgrounds. Key primary responsibilities 1. Provide leadership and management of Southampton BRC’s academic career development strategy and delivery plan supported by the Academic Career Development team. 2. Develop and lead new programmes to support Academic Career Development as appropriate to deliver the BRC and NIHR strategies. 3. Act as the Theme ACDL for one or more BRC themes as agreed/appropriate. 4. Work with the wider NIHR infrastructure Academic Career Development Forum and NIHR Academy to integrate local academic career development initiatives with national schemes and activities. Clinical research in Southampton is a partnership between University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust and the University of Southampton, combining clinical and scientific excellence. All of our work is enabled by funding from the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) either directly or indirectly. This includes support from our NIHR Biomedical Research Centre, NIHR Clinical Research Facility, NIHR/CRUK Experimental Cancer Medicine Centre, UoS Clinical Trials Unit, and resources provided by NIHR Clinical Research Network: Wessex. 5. Work with the BRC Senior Programme Manager to manage the training and capacity development budget. 6. Share good academic career development practice and learn from others. 7. Be responsible for the timely collation of information on BRC-aligned NIHR Academy members and Associate members to be reported to NIHR, supported by the BRC administration team. 8. Communicate NIHR academic research and training opportunities to BRC-aligned NIHR Academy members. 9. Work with the Southampton Academy of Research as a member of the leadership team, making an active contribution to the UHS Pioneering Research and Innovation strategy. 10. Work closely with the UoS Faculty of Medicine Associate Dean for Research and School of Health Sciences Deputy Head of School (Research), the Director of the Southampton Clinical Academic Training Scheme (SoCATS) and other infrastructure academic career development leads and relevant Graduate School Directors to achieve coordinated activity across the Southampton partnership 11. Actively engage with NIHR via the NIHR Academy and/or Research Council training initiatives and represent Southampton BRC at NIHR national and regional training meetings such as the NIHR Academic Career Development Forum 12. Maintain and develop Southampton’s reputation as a leading centre for health research talent management 13. Support development of the BRC ECR Lead and their initiatives. 14. Advise the BRC on strategic direction for research training and education in context of NIHR Academy strategy and policy, the Trust and University strategic visions and operational structure, identifying priorities, representing clinical and non-clinical academic staff/units engaged or wishing to engage in career pathways in relation to translational research. 15. Report Capacity and Capability activities to BRC Board meetings, BRC Scientific and Management Committee meetings, and BRC Operational Strategic Delivery Leads meetings. 16. Promote the BRC through public speaking, public engagement and networking. 17. Contribute to the integrated approach to research governance and management upholding standards of research governance through facilitating training and education opportunities. Person specification Criteria – Qualifications, knowledge and experience Essential  PhD or equivalent professional qualifications and experience in translational research  Detailed knowledge of translational research with a focus on experimental medicine  A sustained record of excellence in teaching and learning activities in translational research  Sustained record of capacity building in research through supervising, championing, supporting or mentoring individuals and/or programmes Clinical research in Southampton is a partnership between University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust and the University of Southampton, combining clinical and scientific excellence. All of our work is enabled by funding from the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) either directly or indirectly. This includes support from our NIHR Biomedical Research Centre, NIHR Clinical Research Facility, NIHR/CRUK Experimental Cancer Medicine Centre, UoS Clinical Trials Unit, and resources provided by NIHR Clinical Research Network: Wessex. Desirable  Membership of national or international advisory bodies/learned societies. Involvement in national and international academies of science and organisations. Membership of national committees that manage fellowship schemes and training initiatives.  Experience of career mentoring. Criteria – Planning/Leadership and organising Essential  Proven ability to champion and lead research and capacity building activities, grants, awards and/or contracts.  Proven leadership ability in University, NHS or other settings. Desirable  Qualification in leadership. Criteria – Problem-solving and initiative Essential  Proven ability to implement successful change management initiatives and formulate in the context of career development/support. Criteria – Management and teamwork Essential  Proven ability to oversee people and resource management processes in order to deliver key activities  Proven ability to make a sustained contribution to leadership at a senior level  Proven ability to demonstrate leadership abilities in multiple settings and to raise performance standards through own work areas  Proven ability to recognise and deal with obstacles and difficulties so the team can deliver Criteria – Communicating and influencing Essential  Proven ability to establish and build relationships with multiple stakeholders  Able to contribute to the development of the UHS/UoS partnerships profile  Proven ability to use influence to develop positions or strategies Desirable  Proven ability to act as a key figurehead for activities that cross organisational boundaries  Criteria – Other skills and behaviours Essential  Compliance with relevant Health & Safety issues  Positive attitude to colleagues and students Criteria – Special requirements Essential  Able to attend national meetings as required. Clinical research in Southampton is a partnership between University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust and the University of Southampton, combining clinical and scientific excellence. All of our work is enabled by funding from the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) either directly or indirectly. This includes support from our NIHR Biomedical Research Centre, NIHR Clinical Research Facility, NIHR/CRUK Experimental Cancer Medicine Centre, UoS Clinical Trials Unit, and resources provided by NIHR Clinical Research Network: Wessex.
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Expressions of interest in SoAR Associate Director role JD and PS 24-4-2023

Description: Southampton Academy of Research (SoAR) Associate Director: Call for expressions of interest University of Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHSFT) and University of Southampton (UoS) are inviting expressions of interest for the role of Southampton Academy of Research (SoAR) Associate Director with particular responsibility for nurses, midwives, allied health professions, pharmacists and health care scientists, hereafter referred to as the health professions (commonly referred to as NMAHPPs). We are, given expansion in SoAR’s commitments, looking to appoint two individuals, anticipating that each individual will commit 0.2 WTE. The Southampton Academy of Research launched in 2016 to ensure Southampton's healthcare research community grows and thrives through: • building capacity and capability of our workforce through the coordination and provision of highquality research training • promoting a culture that encourages and enables individuals to develop research-related skills, knowledge and experience and apply these skills in practice to advance and improve patient care. The Trust’s new Research for Impact strategy seeks to create an environment where staff have the time and skills to take part in research. The SoAR team will play a considerable role in operationalising commitments in the new strategy around workforce development and culture. Only thoughts were around thinking about the wider workforce research engagement piece in terms of how do we create opportunities? / Initiatives for all healthcare professions to engage at all levels with research. SoAR exists to inspire and support early career researchers in all health-related disciplines across the Southampton partnership, providing a focal point for research-related career development and training and a hub for Southampton’s vibrant and inspiring health-related research community. The partnership seeks to appoint two individuals to work with SoAR’s Executive Director and Associate Director with responsibility for doctors and research scientists. These individuals will lead the development and delivery of implementation plans to realise the relevant strategic goals of UHSFT’s Research for Impact strategy and contribute to the broader ambitions of the strategic partnership between the Trust and University. Post holders will contribute to development of opportunities and initiatives designed to facilitate engagement of our healthcare professional workforce in many and varied ways, recognising every role and every professional is important - whether they're leading research in their field of interest, a co-applicant or principal investigator for studies, advising sponsors or sites about the shape and feasibility of their research, or taking a leading and essential role in recruitment and delivery of studies. Specifically, we wish to appoint two individuals employed by either UHSFT or University of Southampton, and an appreciation and passion for developing the research careers and contribution of nurses, midwives, allied health professions, pharmacists, and healthcare scientists. The portfolio of responsibility for each Associate Director will be negotiated on an annual basis, ensuring there is parity of activity and responsibilities across the two roles. These roles are being made available for 24 months in the first instance, potentially renewable. The successful candidates will have leadership and management skills, a PhD and a track-record of involvement in activities designed to build health research capacity and capability. Expressions of interest should be made through submission of a curriculum vitae (CV) and covering letter to Soar@uhs.nhs.uk. The covering letter should detail your reasons for applying, and what you would bring to the role. The deadline for submissions of expressions of interest is Friday 19th May 2023. Expressions of interest will be shortlisted. A short interview will be scheduled via MS Teams for shortlisted applicants. Contact Helen Down on h.down@soton.ac.uk to make an appointment to discuss this opportunity with Professor Alison Richardson, the Executive Director of SoAR See Appendix 1 for Role descriptor and Person Specification. Appendix 1 - Southampton Academy of Research (SoAR) Associate Director Role Descriptor and Person Specification Role title: Southampton Academy of Research (SoAR) Associate Director Time commitment: 0.2 WTE Role accountable to1: SoAR Executive Director UHS Director of R&D Posts works closely with: SoAR Associate Director with responsibility for doctors, research scientists and fellows, UoS Associate Dean for Research FoM, Deputy Head of School (Research) SoHS, R&D Head of Nursing & Health Professions, Chief Nurse and senior leaders of the health professions , Southampton BRC Academic Career Development Lead, ARC Wessex Academic Career Development Lead, Clinical Research Facility Director, Associate Medical Director of R&D, Southampton Centre for Research Impact and Engagement (SCRIE) team members, SoAR Office Manager and Administrator, R&D Finance and Grants team. Posts responsible for: None Background World-leading healthcare research requires excellent researchers. There is a need to build capacity and capability of our workforce through the coordination and provision of high-quality research training and career development. This requires a culture that encourages and enables individuals to develop their careers and apply their skills within professional practice to advance patient care. University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHSFT) and University of Southampton host significant NIHR infrastructure. Building on our experience, we are well placed to lead the development of an increasingly coordinated approach to research training embedded within a busy NHS Foundation Trust, collaborating with partners across Wessex and nationally with similar initiatives, working in the spirit of ‘One NIHR’. Reflecting our commitment to career development SoAR established Associate Director roles to take responsibility for programmes of work focussed on building the Trust’s research capacity and capability through education, training, and career development of our research workforce, under the guidance and oversight of SoAR’s Executive Director. Vision UHSFTs ambition is to be a leading teaching hospital with a growing, reputable, and innovative research and development portfolio that attracts the best staff and efficiently delivers the best possible research, treatments and care for our patients. Establishing and sustain an environment where ‘our staff excel, bringing tomorrow's world-class care closer to today’. 1 Line management arrangements for the substantive post held by the individual will remain unchanged Key primary responsibilities 1. Provide leadership and management of SoAR’s contribution to Trust’ Research for Impact Strategy, under the oversight of, and support from, Executive Director 2. Take responsibility for the design, delivery and evaluation of initiatives focussed on building research engagement and research capacity and capability of the Trust’s health professions workforce. 3. Together with SoAR’s other Associate Director’s and SoAR administrative team, and where relevant infrastructure academic career development leads, develop and deliver SoAR designed events and resources, for example the Spring/Autumn School, co-designed and delivered with NIHR ARC Wessex. 4. Maintain and develop Southampton’s reputation as a leading centre for health research talent management. Work with colleagues in SCRIE and SoAR administrative team to promote the research-related achievements of SoAR ECR aligned community. 5. Attend, contribute to, and on occasion when delegated by the Executive Director, lead regular SoAR management meetings. 6. Manage SoAR’s group of early career researcher champions, providing support and encouragement to develop and deliver an annual plan of activities. 7. In conjunction with the Executive Director work collaboratively with relevant University Associate Deans/Heads for Research and Education, Trust R&D Director, BRC, CRF and ARC academic career development leads and senior managers to address challenges to clinical academic career progression 8. Together with the Executive Director advise the Trust on strategic direction for research training and education in context of national strategy and policy, representing in particular the career development needs of health professions pursuing, or wishing to pursue, a clinical academic career pathway. 9. Manage development and delivery of relevant aspects of SoAR business plan and associated budget 10. Work effectively with SoAR office manager and SoAR administrator to achieve an effective office function, providing day to day support and advice to team as required. Liaise with line manager of SoAR office staff to ensure a robust, timely and continuous administrative function is provided. 11. Oversee the budget, administration, monitoring and production of metrics relevant to work of SoAR in conjunction with other Associate Directors and R&D staff. 12. On rotation with other Associate Directors attend Joint Executive Group - Research to present reports (written and verbal) to report on progress against implementation plan and budget position for SoAR 13. Promote SoAR through public speaking, public engagement, and networking. Key primary responsibilities 14. Contribute to the integrated approach to research governance and management upholding standards of research governance through facilitating training and education opportunities. PERSON SPECIFICATION Criteria Qualifications, knowledge and experience Essential PhD or equivalent professional qualifications and experience in health research Detailed knowledge of health research A record of excellence in teaching and learning activities in health research Record of capacity building in research through championing, supporting and mentoring individuals and programmes Desirable Membership of national or international advisory bodies learned societies Involvement in national and international academies of science and organisations Membership of national committees that manage fellowship schemes, training and career development initiatives Experience of career mentoring Planning/Leadership Proven ability to champion and lead research and organising capability and capacity building activities, grants and awards Proven leadership ability in University, NHS and other settings Qualification in leadership Problem solving and Proven ability to implement successful change initiative management initiatives and formulate plans that reflect and support the priority needs of SoAR, NHS, University, UHS/UoS research partnership and other local stakeholders. Management and teamwork Proven ability to oversee people and resource management processes in order to deliver key activities. Proven ability to make contribution to leadership at a senior level. Proven ability to demonstrate leadership abilities in multiple settings and to raise performance standards through own work areas. Proven ability to recognise and deal with obstacles and difficulties so a team can deliver. Communicating and Proven ability to establish and build influencing relationships with stakeholders. Able to contribute to the development of the UHS/UoS partnership profile. Proven ability to use influence to develop strategies and plan. Other skills and behaviours Compliance with relevant Health & Safety issues Positive attitude to colleagues and students Special requirements Able to attend regional and national meetings if required The post holder must hold a substantive appointment at either UHSFT or UoS. If the contract is with UoS they will either have, or be willing to make an application for an honorary contract with UHSFT.
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SoAR RLP Deputy Lead Role JD and PS

Description: Southampton Academy of Research (SoAR) Research Leaders Programme (RLP) Deputy Lead: Call for expressions of interest University of Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHSFT) and University of Southampton (UoS) are inviting expressions of interest for the role of Southampton Academy of Research (SoAR) Research Leaders Programme (RLP) Deputy Lead. This opportunity is open to all healthcare professionals working within UHSFT and/or UoS, with the successful individual being asked to commit 0.2 WTE for 2 years in the first instance, extended subject to review. The Southampton Academy of Research launched in 2016 to ensure Southampton's healthcare research community grows and thrives through: • building capacity and capability of our workforce through the coordination and provision of high-quality research training. • promoting a culture that encourages and enables individuals to develop their careers and apply their skills within their professional practice to advance patient care. SoAR exists to inspire and support early career researchers in all health-related disciplines across the Southampton partnership, providing a focal point for research-related career development and training and a hub for Southampton’s vibrant and inspiring health-related research community. The Research Leaders Programme (RLP) was established in 2020 following a significant investment from UHSFT Board. The programme offers substantively employed healthcare professionals the opportunity to apply for protected time and participate in the Launchpad to Leadership programme in order to progress career goals, making a substantial contribution to the Trust achieving its strategic research goals. Due to a vacancy arising within the team, we are now seeking to appoint an individual to work with SoAR’s Executive Director and RLP Programme Lead, alongside the RLP team (that includes a Researcher Developer, RLP programme administrator and Facilitator) and the wider SoAR team. This individual will be expected to support the delivery of the RLP, including oversight of an annual application and award processes, onboarding successive cohorts, contributing to Launchpad2Leadership cohort events and RLP Award Holders learning and development needs scoping reviews and review meetings. The successful candidate will have leadership and management skills and a track-record of involvement in activities designed to build health research capacity and capability. Expressions of interest should be made through submission of an curriculum vitae (CV) and covering letter to Soar@uhs.nhs.uk. The covering letter should detail your reasons for applying, and what you would bring to the role. The deadline for submissions of expressions of interest is Friday 26th May 2023 at 17:00hrs. Expressions of interest will be shortlisted. A short interview (Face to Face) will be scheduled for shortlisted applicants and will take place on Friday 9th June from 13:00hrs. Please Contact Audrey Dooks at Audrey.dooks@uhs.nhs.uk to make an appointment to discuss this opportunity with Dr Kristin Veighey, Associate Director, Southampton Academy of Research. See Appendix 1 for role descriptor and person specification. Appendix 1 Southampton Academy of Research (SoAR) Associate Director Role Descriptor and Person Specification Role title: Time commitment: Role accountable to1: Posts works closely with: Posts responsible for: Southampton Academy of Research (SoAR) Research Leader Programme Deputy Lead 0.2 WTE SoAR Executive Director SoAR RLP Programme Lead UHS Director of R&D SoAR Associate Directors, RLP researcher developer, RLP facilitator, Divisional R&D Leads, Southampton BRC Academic Career Development Lead, ARC Wessex Academic Career Development Lead, Associate Medical Director of R&D, Southampton Centre for Research Impact and Engagement (SCRIE) team members, SoAR Office Manager and Research Leaders Programme Support Officer, SoAR Administrator, R&D Finance and Grants team. None Background World-leading healthcare research requires excellent researchers. There is a need to build capacity and capability of our workforce through the coordination and provision of high-quality research training and career development. This requires a culture that encourages and enables individuals to develop their careers and apply their skills within professional practice to advance patient care. The Research Leaders Programme was established following a significant investment by UHSFT Trust Board, and open to all substantively employed healthcare professionals at UHSFT. The scheme is in the process of onboarding its’ third cohort of award holders and requires a Deputy Programme Lead to contribute to management of the cohort, provide support to the award holders, and sustain the Launchpad2Leadership programme. Vision UHSFTs ambition is to be a leading teaching hospital with a growing, reputable, and innovative research and development portfolio that attracts the best staff and efficiently delivers the best possible research, treatments, and care for our patients. Establishing and sustain an environment where ‘our staff excel, bringing tomorrow's world-class care closer to today’. 1 Line management arrangements for the substantive post held by the individual will remain unchanged Key primary responsibilities % Time 1. Contribute to the leadership and management of the RLP, working with the RLP Programme Lead, under the oversight of, and support from, SoAR Executive Director. 2. Participate actively in the awards process, including meeting prospective applicants, screening applications for eligibility, reviewing applications and participating in the RLP award panel. 3. Assist the RLP Lead and team with the activities and processes needed to onboard new cohorts, including initial individual learning and development needs scoping reviews s, progression reviews, and other meetings with award holders and research advisors as required. 4. Attend Launchpad2Leadership meetings, working with the facilitator to deliver an effective meeting. The Launchpad 2 Leadership programme is co-delivered by the team, with either the Lead or Deputy Lead being required to attend each meeting, alongside the facilitator. 5. Work with the RLP team to capture metrics relating to the return on investment associated with the RLP programme and develop the case for sustainability. 6. Work with colleagues in Southampton Centre for Research Impact & Engagement (SCRIE) and SoAR administration team to promote the research-related achievements of RLP awardees. 7. Attend, contribute to, and on occasion when delegated by the RLP Programme Lead, lead regular RLP Management meetings. 8. In conjunction with the RLP Programme Lead and Executive Director work collaboratively with relevant University Associate Deans/Heads for Research and Education, Trust R&D Director, BRC, CRF and ARC academic career development leads and senior managers to address challenges to clinical academic career progression. 9. Together with the RLP Programme Lead and Executive Director advise the Trust on strategic direction for research training and education in context of national strategy and policy representing, career development needs of the health professions pursuing, or wishing to pursue, a clinical academic career pathway. 10. Manage development and delivery of relevant aspects of RLP business plan and associated budget, as directed by RLP Programme Lead. 11. Work effectively with SoAR Office Manager, RLP Project Manager and SoAR Administrator to achieve an effective office function, providing day to day support and advice to team as required. Liaise with line manager of SoAR office staff to ensure a robust, timely and continuous administrative function is provided. 12. Oversee the budget, administration, monitoring and production of metrics relevant to work of SoAR, specifically relating to the RLP in conjunction with other Associate Directors and R&D staff. 13. Promote SoAR through public speaking, public engagement, and networking. 14. Contribute to the integrated approach to research governance and management upholding standards of research governance through facilitating training and education opportunities. PERSON SPECIFICATION Criteria Qualifications, knowledge, and experience Planning/Leadership and organising Problem solving and initiative Management and teamwork Essential Desirable A registered Healthcare professional with PhD, MPhil, or MD Knowledge and experience of health research, Membership of national advisory bodies learned acting in capacity of principal and/or societies. investigator. Involvement in national academies of science and A record of excellence in teaching and learning organisations. activities in health research. Membership of national committees that manage Record of capacity building in research through fellowship schemes, training, and career championing, supporting and mentoring development initiatives. individuals and programmes. Experience of career mentoring. Experience of working with colleagues at University of Southampton. Proven ability to champion and lead research capability and capacity building activities. Proven leadership ability in University, NHS, and other settings. Qualification in leadership Proven ability to implement successful change management initiatives and formulate plans that reflect and support the priority needs of SoAR, NHS, University, UHS/UoS research partnership and other local stakeholders. Proven ability to work as part of a team in order to deliver activities to a high standard. Proven ability to make a contribution to leadership at a senior level. Proven ability to recognise and deal with obstacles and difficulties so a team can deliver. Communicating and influencing Other skills and behaviours Special requirements Proven ability to establish and build relationships with stakeholders. Able to contribute to the development of the UHS/UoS partnerships profile. Proven ability to use influence to develop strategies and plan. Compliance with relevant Health & Safety issues. Positive attitude to colleagues and students. Able to attend regional and national meetings if required. The post holder must hold a substantive appointment at either UHSFT.
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NIHR BRC Theme ACDL

Description: NIHR BRC Theme Academic Career Development Lead Call for Expressions of Interest The University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS) and University of Southampton (UoS) are inviting an Expression of Interest for the role of NIHR BRC Theme Academic Career Development Lead (ACDL). The NIHR Southampton Biomedical Research Centre takes new discoveries, treatments and technologies into the clinic, using unique tools, facilities and world-changing expertise across our five key research areas. We aim to improve people's health and resilience throughout life, generating the next generation of improved and personalised treatments. Our Theme ACDLs are responsible for supporting the development, delivery, monitoring and evaluation of the Academic Career Development Strategy. The strategy aims to attract, retain and develop individuals along the career pathway, from pre-doctoral scholar to senior research leader, supporting equity of opportunity, achieving a diverse workforce, and developing talented individuals from all relevant professional backgrounds (doctors, nurses, AHPs, pharmacists, scientists, infrastructure support staff). The BRC achieves this through strategic investment in talented people using open, transparent, competitive processes via mentoring programmes, leadership development programmes, and focussed learning based on an analysis of learning needs. The partnership seeks to appoint an individual to work with the BRC ACDL to deliver the strategy for the current BRC funding cycle (2022-2027). Specifically, we wish to appoint an individual employed by University Hospital Southampton NHSFT or University of Southampton who has an appreciation and passion for developing the research careers of research scientists, nurses, midwives, allied health professionals, healthcare scientists, pharmacists and doctors. It is anticipated that, alongside delivery of the BRC’s offer for relevant professional groups, the portfolio of responsibility for each ACDL will be negotiated in relation to specific Themes and project work relevant to their experience, ensuring there is parity of activity and responsibilities across the ACDL team. The Theme ACDL will be formally identified and recognised within their institution. The Theme ACDL will be named in any training materials, induction packs and other communication tools relevant to their engagement with individuals on an academic track. The successful candidate will have strong leadership and management skills and a track record of building experimental research capacity and capability. Expressions of interest should be made through submission of an up-to-date curriculum vitae (CV) and covering letter to brc-applications@uhs.nhs.uk. The covering letter should detail your reasons for applying and what you would bring to the role. The deadline for submissions of expressions of interest is 12:00 midday on Monday 26th May 2025. Expressions of interest will be shortlisted and interviews will be held on Friday 6th June 2025. See Appendix 1 for role description and person specification. For further information, please contact Associate Professor Malcolm West, the BRC Academic Career Development Lead at m.west@soton.ac.uk. Appendix 1 Southampton BRC Theme Academic Career Development Lead Role Description and Person Specification Job Role Role title: Southampton BRC Theme Academic Career Development Lead (ACDL) Time commitment: Up to 1 programmed activity or up to 0.1 WTE Role accountable to1: BRC Academic Career Development Lead BRC Director BRC Senior Programme Manager 1 Line management arrangements for the substantive post held by the individual will remain unchanged Posts works closely with: BRC Theme ACDLs, BRC Theme Leads, UHS R&D Director, UoS Associate Dean for Research Faculty of Medicine and Deputy Head of School (Research) School of Health Science, relevant UoS Graduate School Directors, other Southampton-aligned NIHR Academic Career Development Leads and Infrastructure Directors, BRC EDI Lead, Head of SCEI Background Reflecting our commitment to career development, the Southampton BRC has developed an academic career development team to help build the organisation’s leadership capacity and capability. This consists of tailored education, training and career development of our BRC research and infrastructure workforce, guided and overseen by the BRC Academic Career Development Lead. The Theme ACDLs form part of this team. Vision Our vision is to attract, retain and develop individuals along the career pathway, from pre-doctoral scholar to senior research leader, supporting equity of opportunity, achieving a diverse workforce, and developing talented individuals from all relevant professional backgrounds (doctors, nurses, AHPs, pharmacists, scientists, infrastructure support staff). Key primary responsibilities 1. Support Southampton BRC’s Academic Career Development Strategy and delivery plan in collaboration with the wider Academic Career Development team. 2. Undertake responsibility for specific Themes and project work (e.g. PhD Studentship programme), consulting with the BRC Academic Career Development Lead. 3. Be an active participant in NIHR Academy Academic Career Development Forum meetings. 4. Work with the wider Academic Career Development Forum and NIHR Academy to integrate local academic career development initiatives with national schemes and activities. 5. Share good academic career development practice and learn from others. 6. Support the timely collation of information on BRC-aligned NIHR Academy members and Associate members to be reported to NIHR, supported by the BRC administration team. 7. Communicate NIHR academic research opportunities to BRC-aligned NIHR Academy members. 8. Work with the Southampton Academy of Research making an active contribution to the UHS Pioneering Research and Innovation strategy. 9. Work closely with the UoS Faculty of Medicine Associate Dean for Research and School of Health Sciences Deputy Head of School (Research), the Director of the Southampton Clinical Academic Training Scheme (SoCATS) and other infrastructure Academic Career Development Leads and relevant Graduate School Directors to achieve coordinated activity across the Southampton partnership. 10. Actively engage with NIHR via the NIHR Academy and/or Research Council training initiatives and represent Southampton at NIHR national and regional training meetings. 11. Maintain and develop Southampton’s reputation as a leading centre for health research talent management. 12. Help support and develop the SoAR BRC early career researcher champions/Theme Links, as appropriate to agreed portfolio. 13. Together with the Academic Career Development Lead, advise the BRC on strategic direction for research training and education. Strategy will be developed in the context of NIHR Academy strategy and policy and the Trust and University strategic visions and operational structures. 14. Together with the Academic Career Development Lead, identify research training and education priorities, representing clinical academic staff/units engaged or wishing to engage in clinical academic career pathways in relation to translational research. 15. Deputise for the BRC Academic Career Development Lead at BRC Board meetings, Scientific and Management Committee meetings, and Operational Strategic Delivery Leads meetings as required. 16. Promote the BRC through public speaking, public engagement and networking. 17. Contribute to the integrated approach to research governance and management, upholding standards of research governance through facilitating training and education opportunities. Person specification Criteria – Qualifications, knowledge and experience Essential • PhD or equivalent professional qualifications and experience in translational research • Detailed knowledge of translational research • A sustained record of excellence in teaching and learning activities in translational research Desirable • Sustained record of capacity building in research through supervising, championing, supporting or mentoring individuals and/or programmes • Membership of national or international advisory bodies and/or learned societies. Involvement in national and international academies of science and organisations. Membership of national committees that manage fellowship schemes and training initiatives • Experience of career mentoring Criteria – Planning/leadership and organising Essential • Proven leadership ability in University, NHS or other settings Desirable • Qualification in leadership Criteria – Problem solving and initiative Essential • Proven ability to implement successful change management initiatives and formulate them in the context of career development/support Criteria – Management and teamwork Essential • Proven ability to oversee people and resource management processes in order to deliver key activities • Proven ability to recognise and deal with obstacles and difficulties so the team can deliver Criteria – Communicating and influencing Essential • Proven ability to establish and build relationships with multiple stakeholders • Able to contribute to the development of the UHS/UoS partnerships profile • Proven ability to use influence to develop positions or strategies Criteria – Other skills and behaviours Essential • Compliance with relevant Health & Safety issues • Positive attitude to colleagues and students Criteria – Special requirements Essential • Able to attend national meetings as required
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NIHR BRC Theme ACDL

Description: NIHR BRC Theme Academic Career Development Lead Call for Expressions of Interest The University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS) and University of Southampton (UoS) are inviting an Expression of Interest for the role of NIHR BRC Theme Academic Career Development Lead (ACDL). The NIHR Southampton Biomedical Research Centre takes new discoveries, treatments and technologies into the clinic, using unique tools, facilities and world-changing expertise across our five key research areas. We aim to improve people's health and resilience throughout life, generating the next generation of improved and personalised treatments. Our Theme ACDLs are responsible for supporting the development, delivery, monitoring and evaluation of the Academic Career Development Strategy. The strategy aims to attract, retain and develop individuals along the career pathway, from pre-doctoral scholar to senior research leader, supporting equity of opportunity, achieving a diverse workforce, and developing talented individuals from all relevant professional backgrounds (doctors, nurses, AHPs, pharmacists, scientists, infrastructure support staff). The BRC achieves this through strategic investment in talented people using open, transparent, competitive processes via mentoring programmes, leadership development programmes, and focussed learning based on an analysis of learning needs. The partnership seeks to appoint an individual to work with the BRC ACDL to deliver the strategy for the current BRC funding cycle (2022-2027). Specifically, we wish to appoint an individual employed by University Hospital Southampton NHSFT or University of Southampton who has an appreciation and passion for developing the research careers of research scientists, nurses, midwives, allied health professionals, healthcare scientists, pharmacists and doctors. It is anticipated that, alongside delivery of the BRC’s offer for relevant professional groups, the portfolio of responsibility for each ACDL will be negotiated in relation to specific Themes and project work relevant to their experience, ensuring there is parity of activity and responsibilities across the ACDL team. The Theme ACDL will be formally identified and recognised within their institution. The Theme ACDL will be named in any training materials, induction packs and other communication tools relevant to their engagement with individuals on an academic track. The successful candidate will have strong leadership and management skills and a track record of building experimental research capacity and capability. Expressions of interest should be made through submission of an up-to-date curriculum vitae (CV) and covering letter to brc-applications@uhs.nhs.uk. The covering letter should detail your reasons for applying and what you would bring to the role. The deadline for submissions of expressions of interest is 12:00 midday on Monday 26th May 2025. Expressions of interest will be shortlisted and interviews will be held on Friday 6th June 2025. See Appendix 1 for role description and person specification. For further information, please contact Associate Professor Malcolm West, the BRC Academic Career Development Lead at m.west@soton.ac.uk. Appendix 1 Southampton BRC Theme Academic Career Development Lead Role Description and Person Specification Job Role Role title: Southampton BRC Theme Academic Career Development Lead (ACDL) Time commitment: Up to 1 programmed activity or up to 0.1 WTE Role accountable to1: BRC Academic Career Development Lead BRC Director BRC Senior Programme Manager 1 Line management arrangements for the substantive post held by the individual will remain unchanged Posts works closely with: BRC Theme ACDLs, BRC Theme Leads, UHS R&D Director, UoS Associate Dean for Research Faculty of Medicine and Deputy Head of School (Research) School of Health Science, relevant UoS Graduate School Directors, other Southampton-aligned NIHR Academic Career Development Leads and Infrastructure Directors, BRC EDI Lead, Head of SCEI Background Reflecting our commitment to career development, the Southampton BRC has developed an academic career development team to help build the organisation’s leadership capacity and capability. This consists of tailored education, training and career development of our BRC research and infrastructure workforce, guided and overseen by the BRC Academic Career Development Lead. The Theme ACDLs form part of this team. Vision Our vision is to attract, retain and develop individuals along the career pathway, from pre-doctoral scholar to senior research leader, supporting equity of opportunity, achieving a diverse workforce, and developing talented individuals from all relevant professional backgrounds (doctors, nurses, AHPs, pharmacists, scientists, infrastructure support staff). Key primary responsibilities 1. Support Southampton BRC’s Academic Career Development Strategy and delivery plan in collaboration with the wider Academic Career Development team. 2. Undertake responsibility for specific Themes and project work (e.g. PhD Studentship programme), consulting with the BRC Academic Career Development Lead. 3. Be an active participant in NIHR Academy Academic Career Development Forum meetings. 4. Work with the wider Academic Career Development Forum and NIHR Academy to integrate local academic career development initiatives with national schemes and activities. 5. Share good academic career development practice and learn from others. 6. Support the timely collation of information on BRC-aligned NIHR Academy members and Associate members to be reported to NIHR, supported by the BRC administration team. 7. Communicate NIHR academic research opportunities to BRC-aligned NIHR Academy members. 8. Work with the Southampton Academy of Research making an active contribution to the UHS Pioneering Research and Innovation strategy. 9. Work closely with the UoS Faculty of Medicine Associate Dean for Research and School of Health Sciences Deputy Head of School (Research), the Director of the Southampton Clinical Academic Training Scheme (SoCATS) and other infrastructure Academic Career Development Leads and relevant Graduate School Directors to achieve coordinated activity across the Southampton partnership. 10. Actively engage with NIHR via the NIHR Academy and/or Research Council training initiatives and represent Southampton at NIHR national and regional training meetings. 11. Maintain and develop Southampton’s reputation as a leading centre for health research talent management. 12. Help support and develop the SoAR BRC early career researcher champions/Theme Links, as appropriate to agreed portfolio. 13. Together with the Academic Career Development Lead, advise the BRC on strategic direction for research training and education. Strategy will be developed in the context of NIHR Academy strategy and policy and the Trust and University strategic visions and operational structures. 14. Together with the Academic Career Development Lead, identify research training and education priorities, representing clinical academic staff/units engaged or wishing to engage in clinical academic career pathways in relation to translational research. 15. Deputise for the BRC Academic Career Development Lead at BRC Board meetings, Scientific and Management Committee meetings, and Operational Strategic Delivery Leads meetings as required. 16. Promote the BRC through public speaking, public engagement and networking. 17. Contribute to the integrated approach to research governance and management, upholding standards of research governance through facilitating training and education opportunities. Person specification Criteria – Qualifications, knowledge and experience Essential * PhD or equivalent professional qualifications and experience in translational research * Detailed knowledge of translational research * A sustained record of excellence in teaching and learning activities in translational research Desirable * Sustained record of capacity building in research through supervising, championing, supporting or mentoring individuals and/or programmes * Membership of national or international advisory bodies and/or learned societies. Involvement in national and international academies of science and organisations. Membership of national committees that manage fellowship schemes and training initiatives * Experience of career mentoring Criteria – Planning/leadership and organising Essential * Proven leadership ability in University, NHS or other settings Desirable * Qualification in leadership Criteria – Problem solving and initiative Essential * Proven ability to implement successful change management initiatives and formulate them in the context of career development/support Criteria – Management and teamwork Essential * Proven ability to oversee people and resource management processes in order to deliver key activities * Proven ability to recognise and deal with obstacles and difficulties so the team can deliver Criteria – Communicating and influencing Essential * Proven ability to establish and build relationships with multiple stakeholders * Able to contribute to the development of the UHS/UoS partnerships profile * Proven ability to use influence to develop positions or strategies Criteria – Other skills and behaviours Essential * Compliance with relevant Health & Safety issues * Positive attitude to colleagues and students Criteria – Special requirements Essential * Able to attend national meetings as required
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