Job Specifications
Job Summary
This post is a key part of our Research Office team at GMMH, leading on grant support for the Trust, including costing, contracting and ongoing management.
The postholder will be a senior member of the Research Office and will be responsible for the operational management of staff. The postholder will have oversight of the grant process, including grant applications, contracting and set up.
The postholder will ensure that there are robust systems in place for accurate and timely research project notification and approval, and that such projects meet all the necessary research governance and regulatory requirements for the Trust to host and/or sponsor them.
The postholder will liaise with researchers, finance teams, funders and external sites to ensure efficient costing and set-up of grant applications, and that all necessary contractual arrangements are in place. They will take a lead on ensuring that treatment costs are accurately captured and recovered. The postholder will take a lead on ensuring that intellectual property is clearly identified and protected.
Main duties of the job
Oversight of the grants process, including grant applications, contracting and set-up
Liaison with researchers, research teams, finance teams, funders and external organisations.
Reviewing applications for regulatory approval, including IRAS forms and amendments.
Overseeing processes for capturing and recovering excess treatment costs and service support costs.
Leading on intellectual property processes within the Trust.
Managing a team of staff within the Research Office.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over7000members of staff, who deliver services from more than160locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford, Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Date posted
11 April 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£46,148 to £52,809 a year per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working
Reference number
437-7121858
Job locations
Central Park Hub
Northampton Road
Manchester
M40 5BP
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Staff Benefits
Please see attached job description and person specification
Pay Enhancements:
Band
Saturday (midnight to midnight) and any week day after 8pm and before 6am
All time on Sundays and Public Holidays (midnight to midnight)
1
Time plus 47%
Time plus 94%
2
Time plus 41%
Time plus 83%
3
Time plus 35%
Time plus 69%
4 9
Time plus 30%
Time plus 60%
27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
Excellent pension
Cycle to work scheme
Salary sacrifice car scheme
Wellbeing programme
Blue Light Card Discounts
fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)
Job description Job responsibilities
Staff Benefits
Pay Enhancements:
Band
Saturday (midnight to midnight) and any week day after 8pm and before 6am
All time on Sundays and Public Holidays (midnight to midnight)
1
Time plus 47%
Time plus 94%
2
Time plus 41%
Time plus 83%
3
Time plus 35%
Time plus 69%
4 9
Time plus 30%
Time plus 60%
27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
Excellent pension
Cycle to work scheme
Salary sacrifice car scheme
Wellbeing programme
Blue Light Card Discounts
fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Educated to Masters level or equivalent relevant experience
Experience Essential
Experience of working within a clinical research environment (NHS or university)
Experience of supporting research grant applications and completing SoECATs
Experience of setting up research contracts with funders and collaborators
Project management experience, including dealing with complex situations requiring analysis and interpretation.
Experience of developing and maintaining comprehensive and systematic systems for collecting and processing information.
Experience of managing staff
Knowledge Essential
In depth knowledge of NHS research funding streams
Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the standards and legislation that govern research practice in the NHS.
Knowledge of the regulatory issues surrounding the conduct of clinical research.
Knowledge of databases and their implementation and management
Skills Essential
Ability to work independently and as part of a busy team.
Ability to work under pressure.
Evidence of strong prioritisation and organisational skills, and the ability to meet tight deadlines.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presentation of highly complex information and report writing skills.
Attention to detail when reviewing costings, documents, and writing reports.
Ability to deal with interruptions to tasks.
Confidence in making decisions when dealing with competing priorities.
An ability to interact appropriately with colleagues
Good presentation skills in both formal and informal settings
Comprehensive IT skills
Other requirements Essential
There may be an occasional requirement to travel across Greater Manchester for meetings.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential
Educated to Masters level or equivalent relevant experience
Experience Essential
Experience of working within a clinical research environment (NHS or university)
Experience of supporting research grant applications and completing SoECATs
Experience of setting up research contracts with funders and collaborators
Project management experience, including dealing with complex situations requiring analysis and interpretation.
Experience of developing and maintaining comprehensive and systematic systems for collecting and processing information.
Experience of managing staff
Knowledge Essential
In depth knowledge of NHS research funding streams
Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the standards and legislation that govern research practice in the NHS.
Knowledge of the regulatory issues surrounding the conduct of clinical research.
Knowledge of databases and their implementation and management
Skills Essential
Ability to work independently and as part of a busy team.
Ability to work under pre...
About the Company
Greater Manchester Police was established in 1974 and is now one of the largest police forces in the UK and is responsible for keeping its diverse population of almost 3 million safe, spread over more than 1,200 sq. km. Manchester in particular has been billed as the most diverse city in Europe with its population speaking at least 200 different languages, leading to the city being named as Britain’s “City of languages”. GMP is split into 10 districts - Bolton, Bury, City of Manchester, Oldham, Rochdale, Salford, Stockport,...
Know more