Location: | Kingston upon Thames, London |
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Salary: | £43,187 to £46,929 |
Hours: | Part Time |
Contract Type: | Fixed-Term/Contract |
Placed On: | 30th September 2024 |
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Closes: | 13th October 2024 |
Job Ref: | 570167 |
The Role
The role is to manage the operational delivery of a new research project: “Developing effective service models for Adult Palliative and end of life care for People with a Learning disability (DAPPLE)” (NIHR159160). A complex study with several work packages, it includes field work at study sites across England. The team includes researchers at Kingston University, Open University, University of Leicester and LOROS Hospice. Contributing stakeholders, including policy makers, professional organisations, family carers and self-advocacy groups. The study is supported by an Advisory Group and Study Steering Committee. The post holder will have a leading role in co-ordinating the study and meeting administrative requirements. They will provide a key point of contact for study sites, project teams and panels, and regulatory approval bodies; manage queries, draft reports and updates for project oversight bodies and the NIHR; and support the preparation and dissemination of study findings.
The Person
The post holder has a postgraduate qualification in health services research, social sciences, psychology, sociology, nursing, or related discipline; equivalent qualifications or experience will be considered. Significant experience in project management of complex multi-faceted research studies is essential. The post holder will have advanced organisational and written communication skills. They will demonstrate enthusiasm, innovation and initiative when faced with challenges. It is advantageous to have experience of working with a range of collaborators and to be able to work at pace against deadlines.
The Faculty
School of Nursing, Allied and Public Health
Our people are passionate about developing nurses for the future, in each of the four fields of nursing – adult, child, learning disability and mental health.
We support our students to ensure they get the skills and knowledge they need to make a lasting impact on society.
Further Information
This is a part time (14.80 hours per week), fixed term position available until 31 August 2027 with a starting salary of £17,274.80 per annum (40% pro rata to £43,187 per annum).
Interviews are expected to be held on Wednesday 23 October 2024.
For informal enquiries, please contact Professor Irene Tuffrey-Wijne.
Bring your true self, expertise, and passion to Kingston where we are continuing to strive to build a university where authentic inclusion and belonging is at its heart. Every one of our staff and students’ identities, backgrounds and diverse experiences makes us who we are - so harness and embrace yours by applying today. We welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities and those with disabilities.
We are a place-based organisation, proud of our location in Kingston and the civic role we play in our community. Our campuses inspire collaborative, innovative and creative communities. Being present on campus is important to us because it helps us to create a sense of belonging for both our staff and students. Therefore, staff are expected to be on campus for the majority of their working week.
Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. Where required, this may include entry clearance or continued leave to remain under the Points Based Immigration Scheme.
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