Contract/Research Informatics Manager
Oxford
Expired
Part Time
£49,387 - £56,515 per annum, pro rata
Expires: Today at 23:59
Band 7
Secondment: 1 year
About the Role
Job overview
Please note that this is an internal only role and therefore only current employees of Oxford Health are eligible to apply.
An exciting secondment opportunity has arisen within R&D for a Band 7 Contracts / Research Informatics Manager, supporting our expanding research portfolio.
This is a part time 15 hours for 12 months, offering a fantastic opportunity to develop experience across both research contracting and informatics/data governance.
In this varied role, you will support the management of research contracts and play an important part in ensuring robust data protection, cyber security, and research set-up processes. You will work across a diverse range of studies and sponsors, contributing to the safe and compliant delivery of research.
You’ll collaborate closely with the Research Informatics Manager, MH TRC Mission Governance and Contracting Lead, and colleagues in Information Governance, Cyber Security, as well as external partners—helping to ensure all studies meet governance requirements and national frameworks.
We would particularly welcome applications from individuals with:
- Experience or a strong interest in research contracting and governance
- Knowledge of data protection (UK GDPR) within a research setting
- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively
Main duties of the job
Working closely with the Head of Research Informatics and Governance and the Mental Health Mission – Translational Research Collaboration (MH-TRC), the Post holder will provide support with research contracting activities and targeted research data governance requirements across MH-TRC projects.
You will also be responsible for managing MH-TRC contracts such as CDA, Data sharing agreement, Partnership agreements, etc.
The post holder will lead and proactively manage a portfolio of research contracts and service level agreements (SLAs), integrating research informatics and data governance activities, including system oversight, data assurance, reporting, and compliance to support the delivery of research across a range of sponsors and services.
You will provide support with managing the research informatics aspects of the research portfolio on behalf of the Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust (OHFT) supporting the Head of Research Informatics/Deputy Head of R&D.
Working for our organisation
Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application please read the “candidate guide to making an application” and ensure your supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses any essential criteria.
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”
Our values are: “Caring, safe and excellent”
We offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
• Excellent 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 accommodation (please note waiting lists apply)
• Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
- Reviewing data protection and conducting initial cyber security screening for studies
- Acting as the Trust’s point of contact for research informatics queries
- Managing a portfolio of research contracts and reviewing standard agreements (e.g. DSA, DPA, CTA)
- Act as a contract lead specialist for a defined research contract portfolio
- To investigate and respond within agreed timescales to formal contract queries, in relation to data protection from our contract support team.
- Supporting feasibility assessments and study set-up (including IRAS and data flows)
- Providing expert advice on governance, data management, and compliance
- Building effective relationships with sponsors and stakeholders
Person specification
Essential
Essential criteria
- Knowledge of research governance and commercial study set up.
- Research Contracting Experience
- Educated to degree level
Desirable criteria
- Project Management qualifications/experience.
- Extensive knowledge of DPA 2018 and UK GDPR.
Essential
Essential criteria
- Knowledge and experience of research in the NHS.
- Knowledge of UK-GDPR in relation to research.
- Knowledge of research governance and commercial study set up.
- Knowledge of Research contracting
- Extensive knowledge of DPA 2018 and UK GDPR.
- Educated to degree level, or equivalent level of knowledge, or professional qualification.
Desirable criteria
- Extensive knowledge of the IG Framework, particularly in relation to research and Section 68, Consent for consent
- Knowledge of research governance and commercial study set up.
- Knowledge of HRA GDPR related guidance regarding controllers and processors in research.
- Contracting
- Evidence of continuing professional development.
Desirable
Essential criteria
- Ability to communicate novel and complex messages and strategies to senior managers, peers and other staff
Desirable criteria
- Negotiating and influencing skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and prioritise competing demands effectively
Documents to Download
Band 7 Contracts_Research Informatics Manager (PDF, 285.7KB)
Guidance Notes for Candidates Applying for a job at OHFT (PDF, 424.6KB)
Recruiter Contact Details
Name: Nnenna Omeje
Title: Acting Joint Head of RI
Email: [email protected]
Telephone: Please email