Total 111 Science / R&D / Research job vacancies in Leicester, Cardiff, CF10 5BT

Location: We operate a flexible hybrid working model across the UK, with colleagues linked to one of our core locations in Newport, Titchfield (Fareham), London, Manchester, Edinburgh or Darlington, and working between office and remote throughout the week.
Salary: £55,803 - £67,270 plus up to £7,500 skills allowance
Working Patterns: Flexible working, Full-time, Job share, Part-time, Compressed hours
Closing Date: Apply before 11:55 pm on Thursday 4th April 2024

We’re looking for a forward-thinking individual with a passion for Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery to join our Collection & Ingestion team, offering technical leadership and helping to support & develop new technology in Google Cloud Platform that integrates with our Blaise 5 software and enables ONS to collect our survey data. You will also get involved with modernising our survey software and migrating our surveys to the cloud.

As an experienced professional, you have the ability to design, develop and implement test scripts, providing automated testing frameworks to support functional & non-functional testing. In addition, you’re comfortable establishing design patterns, designing & reviewing complex systems, coordinating & testing integration across various systems and analysing & optimising processes.

Beyond this, you can demonstrate expertise in using a range of programming languages and frameworks, as well as building infrastructure-as-code.

Our tech stack includes:
-C# with .NET 4.8
-Python
-JavaScript/TypeScript
-Node
-React
-Golang
-Cypress
-Terraform for IaC
-Azure DevOps & Concourse for CI/CD

The more experience with our stack the better, but we will support you to learn any blind spots in the role.

For a full job description and details of the skills & experience we are looking for, please click the APPLY button to see our full advert on Civil Service Jobs.

In return we offer you:
✔Hybrid working in an organisation voted top in the UK for work-life balance
✔A market leading pension scheme - our employer contribution rate is around 27%
✔ A choice of working patterns *for every role* full-time, part-time, job-share.
✔Maternity, adoption or shared parental leave of 26 weeks full pay (subject to qualifying criteria)
✔Opportunities to learn new technology & skills on the job, utilising blocked out Protected Learning Time in your weekly schedule and taking advantage of the support of our Communities of Practice
✔Employee Assistance Programmes
✔Diversity Network Groups
✔Mental Health Allies
✔Civil Service Sports and Social club
✔Generous holiday allowance – 25 days annual leave, rising to 30 days after 5 years service in addition to 9 public holidays

For more information about this role, a full application pack, and to apply, please hit APPLY to be taken to Civil Service Jobs.

Science Teacher

* To start ASAP
* Day to day/ongoing work
* Teaching Science at KS3 & KS4
* Leicester-based secondary school

You must have relevant experience working with 11 - 16-year-olds within the last 2 years and we must be able to obtain relevant references for this time. You should have a professional manner and a flexible attitude to working and timetable changes. Most importantly, you should be enthusiastic, engaging and passionate about working with young people. Strong behaviour management and the ability to implement schools' behaviour polices is also essential.

Job Description:

* Delivering engaging and creative Science lessons to students in Key Stages 3 and 4.
* Supporting, advising, guiding and supervising students throughout the school day.
* Supporting Science classes in the absence of the timetabled staff/teacher
* Delivering the cover work established in the absence of the teacher
* To have a primary focus on maintaining good order and ensuring students are on task so that learning can take place.

Requirements:

* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent. ECT's welcome to apply.
* Bachelor's degree in Science or related field
* Recent experience teaching Science at secondary school level.
* Strong behaviour/classroom management.
* Ability to work collaboratively with other teachers and staff members

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

We look forward to hearing from you!

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Science Teacher

• South Leicester based secondary school
• Full-time & long term
• To start ASAP
• Teaching KS3 & KS4

Hays Education are representing a South Leicester secondary school that are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Science Teacher to join their team. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching science to students in KS3 & KS4.


As this is a long-term job, you will have full planning and marking responsibilities.


Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver engaging and challenging science lessons that meet the needs of all students.
• Monitor and assess student progress, providing regular feedback to students and parents.
• Contribute to the development of the science curriculum.
• Participate in departmental meetings and school-wide professional development activities.
• Maintain accurate records of student attendance, grades, and behaviour.

Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• A degree in a relevant subject area.
• Experience teaching science to students in Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A commitment to ongoing professional development.

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.


If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.


We look forward to hearing from you!

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SCIENCE TECHNICIAN – TERM TIME ONLY
Thank you for your interest in this post at WQE.
We believe that this is a particularly exciting time to be joining us, offering a real opportunity to make a difference in this thriving and vibrant Sixth Form College. We strive for excellence in all aspects of our work with students; their academic and wider achievements, their learning experiences, the support they receive in their academic progress, their learning environment and their wider experience of College life. The College operates across two closely located campuses, next to the University of Leicester on University Road and a smaller campus at Regent Road.
We are looking to appoint a Science Technician to support the work of our large and extremely successful Science Curriculum Area. The successful applicant will have a good educational background including GCSE (or equivalent) in Science or above, together with some experience of working in a laboratory, although not necessarily in an educational setting.
THE CURRICULUM AREA
Staff
The Biology, Chemistry and Applied Science (BCAS) team currently comprises nineteen highly experienced and dedicated teaching staff and six laboratory technicians; some colleagues have responsibilities outside of the Department
Resources
Major laboratory refurbishment throughout the sciences has taken place recently. We now have an exceptional well-resourced curriculum area.
For our part we shall make every effort to support our new colleagues in making the best of the professional opportunities offered by this post.
This is a permanent, full-time, post working 37 hours per week commencing as soon as possible. The post is term time only working 39 weeks of the year.
The salary banding for this post will be 3-6 which ranges from £22,312 to £23,162 per annum. The actual starting salary is £19,367 pro rata’d.
We offer an exceptional package of benefits to our staff, which for this post includes:-
• Annual incremental pay increases, linked to performance, within the pay scale range
• A defined benefit pension scheme
• Staff well-being programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Annual flu vaccination
• Continual Professional Development
• Eyecare voucher scheme
• On-site parking
APPLICATIONS
Please do not submit a separate CV. Only information on the application form will be used in the selection process. Application forms can be downloaded from our website by clicking Apply NowCompleted applications must be returned by 10pm Sunday 7th April 2024.
Interviews will be held on Wednesday 17th April 2024. Full details will be emailed out to candidates.
Please return all completed applications via e-mail only.
Finally, I would like to thank you again for your interest in this post and I hope that we may hear from you in due course.
Paul Wilson
Principal

You will be able to find a full Job Description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

You will be able to find a full Job Description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click "Apply now" to view in Trac.

Qualified Science Technician
Employer: St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Multi Academy Trust
Location: St Paul's Catholic School
Hours: 37 Per Week/39 Weeks Per Year
Position: Permanent/Term Time Only
Salary: £22,594 - £24,814 Actual Salary (FTE £25,979-£28,770)
Grade: Band 4 (Points 11-17)
Start Date: ASAP
Closing date: 09:00am Monday 8th April 2024
Interview Date: W/b Monday 15th April 2024
To provide Laboratory and General Assistance to the Science department as part of the team of Technicians. The nature of the work requires utmost care to ensure a safe working environment.
St Paul’s is a popular and successful 11-18 Catholic School. There are 1140 students on roll from a variety of backgrounds and faiths. The 2023 inspection report says "there is a strong family atmosphere in this inclusive school" and that pupils feel happy and safe. Staff are committed and ambitious for all students and have high expectations. Staff and students are motivated and inspired by the school motto to "let your light shine before others" as well the school prayer.
We will offer the successful applicants a happy, welcoming and supportive team where everyone is committed to staff development and raising standards for all in an enjoyable and purposeful environment.
How to apply
To apply for this role please visit the Trust vacancies page and submit your application no later than the closing date stated above.
You will receive an automated response from our vacancies inbox to confirm your application has been received.
We warmly encourage applicants to visit our schools. Please contact Helen Oliver to arrange an appointment.
Why work for the St Thomas Aquinas Multi Academy Trust?
Genuine opportunities for career progression - with 23 academies in our family, and 84 academies across the Diocese, opportunities for career progression are a reality.
Professional assistance - you will have access to an Employee Assistance Programme and Medicash, which provides confidential, independent and unbiased information and guidance 24/7. If clinically advisable, it also offers face-to-face counselling sessions.
Pension - automatic enrolment into the Teachers’ Pension Scheme with 23.68% employer contributions, or to the Local Government Pension Scheme for support staff, one of the most competitive on the market, with employer contributions of above 20% in most cases.
Terms and Conditions - we have committed to following nationally agreed terms and conditions for pay for both teachers and support staff.
Electric Car Scheme – access to our new electric dreams care scheme, in partnership with Octopus Energy
Childcare – If you have children that attend before/after school at one of the 23 schools in our Trust, that provide their own provision, as an employee you will be able to access this resource for free.
About St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Multi Academy Trust
Our school is part of the St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Multi-Academy Trust which brings together the 23 Catholic Primary and Secondary schools in Leicester City, Rutland and Leicestershire. Our priority is to ensure the very best Catholic Education for all young people in our community, whatever their circumstances. We will achieve this together, through a strategic approach to sharing best practice, effective challenge and support from a central standards and performance team and opportunities for high quality Continuing Professional Development.
The Trust and all our schools within our Trust committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check, online check and other pre-employment checks are required for successful applicants. The Trust will endeavour to make any necessary reasonable adjustments to the job and the working environment to enable access to employment opportunities for disabled job applicants or continued employment for any employee who develops a disabling condition.
Our Trust strives to be a supportive, inclusive, caring and positive community where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We are committed to cultivating an equitable working environment where staff treat one another with dignity and respect and where every individual can fulfil their potential. We warmly welcome those of different cultures, ethnicities and beliefs. This includes those of all faiths, the Catholic faith and those without a faith who are supportive of the Trust’s Catholic character and Christian ethos. This diversity is fundamental to our values and enriches the lives of the students within our schools.
We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from people with a disability or long-term health condition.
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We are looking for an enthusiastic Research Associate to join Cardiff’s team to help deliver the HyNTS project.

This position is funded through a Strategic Innovation Funding collaboration on the HyNTS project. The aim of the project is to investigate the compression of hydrogen for use in energy networks. It will test repurposing of existing compression equipment to determine if it could be used for 100% hydrogen transmission. 

Project partners include Cardiff University, Siemens Industrial Turbomachinery, Northern Gas Networks, Southern Gas Networks, DNV Services UK, Premtech and Cullum Detuners. Under the beta phase, the project has been awarded £33.3 million ($42.8 million).

Periodic trips to the FutureGrid research facility are expected, and the candidate would need to engage in and review industrially led research activities.

More information on FutureGrid can be found at:
https://www.nationalgas.com/insight-and-innovation/transmission-innovation/futuregrid

The candidate would be expected to attend periodic events that take place around the UK, with meeting occurring nominally every month.

In this role, you will:
• Engage in and review industrially led research activities, including attendance at periodic events.
• Undertake experimental and simulation based research focussed on the application of hydrogen in gas turbines.
• Support the continued operation of GTRC research activities.
This post is full-time (35 hours per week), is fixed term for 27 months and is available immediately.

Salary: £39,347 - £44,263 per annum (Grade 6).

Appointments to roles at Cardiff University are usually made at bottom of scale unless in exceptional circumstances.

Vacancy number: 18182BR

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Dr. Daniel Pugh (Pughdg@cardiff.ac.uk)

For informal enquiries about working at Cardiff School of Engineering please contact Bev Jones at Enginadmin@cardiff.ac.uk

The majority of roles at Cardiff University are currently operating under ‘blended working’ arrangements, with staff having the flexibility to work partly from home and partly from the University campus depending on specific business requirements. Discussions around these arrangements can take place after the successful candidate has been appointed, however it is anticipated that the candidate will primarily work between Cardiff and GTRC. This position is funded through SIF collaboration with the HyNTS project. Periodic trips to the FutureGrid research facility are expected (~1/month), and the candidate would need to engage in and review industrially led research activities.

More information on FutureGrid can be found at: https://www.nationalgas.com/insight-and-innovation/transmission-innovation/futuregrid.

The position would offer the potential for blended working, primarily between Cardiff and GTRC with occasional days from home.

Date advert posted: Thursday, 14 March 2024

Closing date: Sunday, 31 March 2024

Please be aware that Cardiff University reserves the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient applications be received.

The School of Engineering holds an Athena SWAN Bronze Award that recognises good employment practice and a commitment to develop the careers of women working in science.

Cardiff University is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity and to creating an inclusive working environment. We believe this can be achieved through attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse range of staff from many different backgrounds. We therefore welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of sex, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, trans identity, relationship status, religion or belief, caring responsibilities, or age. In supporting our employees to achieve a balance between their work and their personal lives, we will also consider proposals for flexible working or job share arrangements.

Cardiff University is a signatory to the San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment (DORA), which means that in hiring and promotion decisions we will evaluate applicants on the quality of their research, not publication metrics or the identity of the journal in which the research is published. More information is available at: Responsible research assessment - Research - Cardiff University.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh, and an application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Research The emphasis of this clinical fellowship will be on advanced radiotherapy. The fellowship will allow the candidate opportunities to gain in depth experience in advanced radiotherapy techniques such as VMAT (volumetric modulated arc therapy) and PBT (proton beam radiotherapy). To work with clinician researchers within Velindre Cancer Centre (VCC) and Cardiff University (CU) participating in advanced radiotherapy research focused on radiotherapy in brain tumours along with other tumour sites. The candidate will gain experience of the National UK NHS PBT clinical trial development. The candidate will have the opportunity to join the brain PBT clinical trial team working on radiotherapy planning and RTTQA aspects of the APPROACH (Analysis of proton vs photon radiotherapy in oligodendroglioma and assessments of cognitive health) randomised controlled trial. There will be other opportunities for to gain research experience and pursue original research projects in other themes and tumour sites depending on the candidates interests. To generate and pursue independent and original ideas involving radiotherapy research in collaboration with the clinician researchers within VCC and with research leaders within the Wales Cancer Research Centre (WCRC) and CU, supervised by Prof Mererid Evans and Dr James Powell and the neuro-oncology team at Velindre as well as a member of the APPROACH trial management group. The candidate will play a part in the overall strategy of Velindre Cancer Centre R&D and WCRC, facilitating other research activity such as involvement in enabling the routine collection of patient tumour tissue samples and data to support clinical research activity. The role will disseminate research findings using appropriate and effective publications, research seminars, meetings, and conferences To prepare research ethics and research governance applications as appropriate To review and synthesise existing research literature within the field. To join the wider brain and radiotherapy multi-disciplinary research groups (MDRGs) in Cardiff, attending meetings and shaping research ideas. The candidate will play a role in the overall Research and Development strategy of Velindre Cancer Centre and WCRC, and facilitate other research activity, such as participating in the collection of patient tumour tissue samples and data, to support clinical research activity. Clinical There will be many opportunities to be involved in clinical activities, clinical research and trial activity, including: Providing clinician support for the Cardiff Cancer Research Hub (CCRH), with a focus on delivering Early Phase and Advanced Therapy Medicinal Product (ATMP) trials, including Drug-Radiotherapy combination trials for cancer patients. Promoting unifying working practices in early phase trials between VCC Trials Unit and the Clinical Research Facility at the University Hospital of Wales (UHW) and performing duties at both sites. Becoming familiar with early and late phase clinical trials and ATMP protocols and working practices. Managing trial patient care, ensuring safe delivery of clinical and translational research both within VCC and at the CCRH base at UHW, adhering to UK and EU legislation. Promoting high and intermediate risk Early Phase and ATMP trials, translational research and cancer clinical trial activity within South Wales Supporting and developing research networks within and out with Velindre Cancer Centre and CU and through regular national/international conference/seminar presentations Attending Multidisciplinary Team meetings to identify patients and attend clinics to consent patients for translational research studies and clinical trials. Attending the neuro-oncology and low grade glioma clinics at VCC and UHW Other To engage effectively with industrial, commercial, and public sector organisations, charities, academic and professional institutions regionally, and nationally. To raise awareness of WCRC, Velindre Cancer Centre, CCRH, CUs profiles, cultivating strategically valuable alliances. Pursue opportunities for collaboration across a range of activities which contribute to Velindre and the enhancement of its regional and national profile. Any other duties not included above, but consistent with the role.

Research The emphasis of this clinical fellowship will be on advanced radiotherapy. The fellowship will allow the candidate opportunities to gain in depth experience in advanced radiotherapy techniques such as VMAT (volumetric modulated arc therapy) and PBT (proton beam radiotherapy). To work with clinician researchers within Velindre Cancer Centre (VCC) and Cardiff University (CU) participating in advanced radiotherapy research focused on radiotherapy in brain tumours along with other tumour sites. The candidate will gain experience of the National UK NHS PBT clinical trial development. The candidate will have the opportunity to join the brain PBT clinical trial team working on radiotherapy planning and RTTQA aspects of the APPROACH (Analysis of proton vs photon radiotherapy in oligodendroglioma and assessments of cognitive health) randomised controlled trial. There will be other opportunities for to gain research experience and pursue original research projects in other themes and tumour sites depending on the candidates interests. To generate and pursue independent and original ideas involving radiotherapy research in collaboration with the clinician researchers within VCC and with research leaders within the Wales Cancer Research Centre (WCRC) and CU, supervised by Prof Mererid Evans and Dr James Powell and the neuro-oncology team at Velindre as well as a member of the APPROACH trial management group. The candidate will play a part in the overall strategy of Velindre Cancer Centre R&D and WCRC, facilitating other research activity such as involvement in enabling the routine collection of patient tumour tissue samples and data to support clinical research activity. The role will disseminate research findings using appropriate and effective publications, research seminars, meetings, and conferences To prepare research ethics and research governance applications as appropriate To review and synthesise existing research literature within the field. To join the wider brain and radiotherapy multi-disciplinary research groups (MDRGs) in Cardiff, attending meetings and shaping research ideas. The candidate will play a role in the overall Research and Development strategy of Velindre Cancer Centre and WCRC, and facilitate other research activity, such as participating in the collection of patient tumour tissue samples and data, to support clinical research activity. Clinical There will be many opportunities to be involved in clinical activities, clinical research and trial activity, including: Providing clinician support for the Cardiff Cancer Research Hub (CCRH), with a focus on delivering Early Phase and Advanced Therapy Medicinal Product (ATMP) trials, including Drug-Radiotherapy combination trials for cancer patients. Promoting unifying working practices in early phase trials between VCC Trials Unit and the Clinical Research Facility at the University Hospital of Wales (UHW) and performing duties at both sites. Becoming familiar with early and late phase clinical trials and ATMP protocols and working practices. Managing trial patient care, ensuring safe delivery of clinical and translational research both within VCC and at the CCRH base at UHW, adhering to UK and EU legislation. Promoting high and intermediate risk Early Phase and ATMP trials, translational research and cancer clinical trial activity within South Wales Supporting and developing research networks within and out with Velindre Cancer Centre and CU and through regular national/international conference/seminar presentations Attending Multidisciplinary Team meetings to identify patients and attend clinics to consent patients for translational research studies and clinical trials. Attending the neuro-oncology and low grade glioma clinics at VCC and UHW Other To engage effectively with industrial, commercial, and public sector organisations, charities, academic and professional institutions regionally, and nationally. To raise awareness of WCRC, Velindre Cancer Centre, CCRH, CUs profiles, cultivating strategically valuable alliances. Pursue opportunities for collaboration across a range of activities which contribute to Velindre and the enhancement of its regional and national profile. Any other duties not included above, but consistent with the role.

Patient/Customer Service To carry out duties as assigned involving patient care and welfare, assisting the Nuclear Medicine team as appropriate. To collect patients from wards and return them following their examination as appropriate To ensure the maintainence of patient confidentiality To assist with blood sampling and preparation of patient samples for laboratory assessment To perform basic Nuclear Medicine procedures where competent and able to do so General Duties To take part in contamination monitoring of all areas. Assist in the implementation and development of systems, including the ISO quality control, and work practices to measure and achieve high standards of service quality. To perform routine Nuclear Medicine procedures such as imaging, blood sampling and laboratory processing. Ensure that stock levels are monitored and maintained, and that all documentation relating to the ordering and receipt of Radiopharmaceuticals, other materials, especially consumables and services are complete and accurate. To adhere to Local Rules, Ionising Radiation Regulations and IR(ME)R. To take an active part in monthly Health and Safety Audits To keep all mandatory training up to date. To participate in rotation between LRI, LGH and Glenfield hospitals Normal working hours are between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm, but some flexibility is required. To take part in camera/therapy room preparation and decontamination. To assist in the Fdispensing of radiopharmaceuticals for diagnostic and therapeutic imaging. Follow established procedures to ensure the secure storage, use and handover of all radioactive sources within the Trust and during transit and report to managers any issues that may compromise your ability to do this

The Welsh Institute of Performance Science (WIPS) is a collaborative partnership between the Faculty of Life Sciences and Education at University of South Wales (USW) and Sport Wales Institute (SWI). WIPS was launched to promote, facilitate and conduct multidisciplinary research on behalf of SWI. Specifically, we work closely with theme lead staff at SWI in Athlete Development, Health and Wellbeing, and Athlete Environments, to answer high-performance questions. In doing so, WIPS aims to support the development and performance of athletes across Wales both in the short and long term. WIPS also strives to secure research funding from International Governing Bodies and European research funding councils to ensure a sustained approach to research.



USW are seeking a Research Fellow to support the general research activities of WIPS. The role is positioned to support research across all themes, with a specific focus on sport psychology and coaching science, and is aligned with the WIPS’ Research Steering Group (https://www.swansea.ac.uk/sports-science/astem/wips/areas-expertise/).



The successful applicant will be motivated, organised, and able to work both independently and as part of a wider team. The ability to work to deadlines, with excellent attention to detail, as well as good interpersonal and communication skills are essential. The successful candidate will have a good undergraduate (honours) and postgraduate research degree (e.g., PhD; ProfDoc) aligned to the disciplines (e.g., sport psychology, coaching, performance) associated with the role. Extensive and highly competent qualitative and quantitative research skills are essential, with extensive working knowledge of the design and analysis of larger projects.



The successful candidate will be expected to undertake a hybrid-model of working, which will include working remotely, at USW, and at Sport Wales Institute (Sofia Gardens, Cardiff) to facilitate the timely completion of research projects. They should also expect to travel to other locations to meet sport representatives as the need occurs and at times dictated by the nature of elite sport environments.



For an informal conversation about this post please contact Prof David Shearer (David.shearer@southwales.ac.uk)



If you are a successful candidate and this position will be your first professional services role at the USW (or you are currently employed by PSS Ltd), you will be employed by Professional and Support Services Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of the University of South Wales, which provides services to the University and Colleges.



Discover the advantages of working with us at USW: http://tiny.cc/PSSatUSW

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We are proud to be at the forefront of health and social care research delivery in the East Midlands, working with partner organisations operating in a broad range of settings across Derbyshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, Rutland, Northamptonshire and Nottinghamshire. Hosted by the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust with offices in Leicester and Nottingham, our model incorporates a number of different roles to enable us to drive clinical research delivery performance, and to ensure that research is championed across every level of health and care. Working as a key member of the Direct Delivery Team, duties include: Provide clinical study research nurse support to various clinical specialities conducting research in NHS organisations/IHSP/local authorities, care homes, social services, community settings across the CRN East Midlands region. The post holder will provide the highest standards of patient care in line with Research protocols and will ensure that such research safeguards the wellbeing of the patients and is conducted within ICH Good Clinical Practice guidelines for research. Take responsibility for the management, coordination, and facilitation of concurrent research studies. In addition to clinic/patient based tasks, this role includes document generation and control, project tracking and logistics, data collection, adherence to good clinical practice and research governance and assisting in the continued improvement in the care of research participants and quality of research data. To work alongside Principal Investigators and the research team to assist in the delivery of a high-quality research service of clinical expertise, professional advice, support, guidance and education to the multi-professional team, patients and carers within the research service. Work will be in accordance with ICH-GCP guidelines for the conduct of clinical research trials providing clinical support and expertise in NIHR portfolio research projects, along with clinical cover across the network. The detailed job description and main responsibilities are included as an attachment to this advert.

CRN EM Direct Delivery Team

An exciting opportunity has arisen to be a part of our CRN East Midlands flexible workforce, the Direct Delivery Team. We are seeking a B6 Senior Research Nursewith current research experience in supporting the conduct of research across differing specialties and settings, supporting commercial and non-commercial research.

Traditionally, the majority of healthcare research has been conducted in secondary care settings, however, the research landscape is changing and this post will be vital in supporting the LCRN in adapting to this change. Our Direct Delivery Team's flexible workforce has built a reputation of excellence, providing researchers with a service to achieve high-quality outcomes.

The successful candidate will workas part of a small team of research staff in our LeicestershireHub,however extensive traveling across the county will be expected, and some travel across the East Midlands will be required.

This post is a 2 year fixed term contract within the NHS; you will be responsible for your own workload and support colleagues to carry out their caseloads of NIHR portfolio research trials/studies.

To discuss this post further or to arrange an informal visit, please contact -

Carla Christie, Direct Delivery Team Lead Leicestershire

We continue to collaborate and support research delivery with our existing partner organisations in acute, community, and primary care but the post holder will be expected to engage with local authorities, schools, prisons, universities, pharmacies, dental practices, community groups, care homes, and domiciliary care services with a view to developing their research capability and capacity and widen the scope and opportunities for research participation throughout Leicestershire.

Duties: to provide clinical study research nurse support to various clinical specialties conducting research in NHS organisations/IHSP/local authorities, care homes, social services, and community settings across the CRN East Midlands region.

To provide the highest standards of patient care in line with Research protocols and will ensure that such research safeguards the wellbeing of the patients and is conducted within ICH Good Clinical Practice guidelines for research. Take responsibility for the management, coordination, and facilitation of concurrent research studies.

To assist in the delivery of a high-quality research service of clinical expertise, professional advice, support, guidance, and education to the multi-professional team, patients, and carers within the research service. Work will be in accordance with ICH-GCP guidelines for the conduct of clinical research trials providing clinical support and expertise in NIHR portfolio research projects.

The National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) has transformed the delivery of research in health and care settings. Together, the NIHR people, programmes and centres of excellence represent the most integrated health research system in the world.

The NIHR Clinical Research Network (CRN) is an arm of the NIHR dedicated to supporting patients, the public and health & care organisations across England to participate in high-quality research. CRN East Midlands (CRN EM) is one of 15 Local Clinical Research Networks covering England, led by a National Coordinating Centre.

We are proud to be at the forefront of health and social care research delivery in the East Midlands, working with partner organisations operating in a broad range of settings across Derbyshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, Rutland, Northamptonshire and Nottinghamshire.

Our team is committed to improving and increasing research opportunities for patients and health and care organisations.

Hosted by the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust with offices in Leicester and Nottingham, our model incorporates a number of different roles to enable us to drive clinical research delivery performance, and to ensure that research is championed across every level of health and care.

To find out more about the CRN East Midlands,visit:https://local.nihr.ac.uk/lcrn/east-midlands/

Find out more about working with us:

https://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/



We are proud to be at the forefront of health and social care research delivery in the East Midlands, working with partner organisations operating in a broad range of settings across Derbyshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, Rutland, Northamptonshire and Nottinghamshire.

Hosted by the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust with offices in Leicester and Nottingham, our model incorporates a number of different roles to enable us to drive clinical research delivery performance, and to ensure that research is championed across every level of health and care.

Working as a key member of the Direct Delivery Team, duties include:

Provide clinical study research nurse support to various clinical specialities conducting research in NHS organisations/IHSP/local authorities, care homes, social services, community settings across the CRN East Midlands region.

The post holder will provide the highest standards of patient care in line with Research protocols and will ensure that such research safeguards the wellbeing of the patients and is conducted within ICH Good Clinical Practice guidelines for research. Take responsibility for the management, coordination, and facilitation of concurrent research studies.

In addition to clinic/patient based tasks, this role includes document generation and control, project tracking and logistics, data collection, adherence to good clinical practice and research governance and assisting in the continued improvement in the care of research participants and quality of research data.

To work alongside Principal Investigators and the research team to assist in the delivery of a high-quality research service of clinical expertise, professional advice, support, guidance and education to the multi-professional team, patients and carers within the research service. Work will be in accordance with ICH-GCP guidelines for the conduct of clinical research trials providing clinical support and expertise in NIHR portfolio research projects, along with clinical cover across the network.

The detailed job description and main responsibilities are included as an attachment to this advert.


This advert closes on Sunday 14 Jan 2024

Position: SEN Science Teacher
Location: Leicester
Contract Type: Full-time, Temporary
Salary: Competitive daily rate
Start Date: January 2024

About Us:
We are a dedicated SEN school committed to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment for students with social, emotional, and mental health needs. Our passionate team works collaboratively to empower every child to reach their full potential.

Role Overview:
As a Science Teacher, you will inspire and engage our diverse student body in scientific exploration. Your role is pivotal in fostering a love for learning, promoting well-being, and supporting students' unique needs.


Responsibilities:

• Curriculum Delivery:
• Plan and deliver engaging science lessons tailored to individual learning styles.
• Adapt teaching methods to accommodate diverse abilities and interests.
• Student Support:
• Provide one-to-one and small group support for students during lessons.
• Foster a positive classroom atmosphere, addressing behavioural challenges with empathy.
• Assessment and Progress Tracking:
• Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop personalised learning plans.
• SEN Awareness:
• Understand and respond to the specific needs of students with social, emotional, and mental health difficulties.
• Implement strategies to support their emotional well-being.
• Collaboration:
• Work closely with teaching assistants, therapists, and external agencies.
• Attend multidisciplinary meetings to ensure holistic student development.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS): Essential for this role.
• Science Specialism: Strong subject knowledge in science (biology, chemistry, or physics).
• Empathy and Patience: Ability to connect with students and create a safe learning environment.
• Adaptability: Willingness to embrace innovative teaching approaches.

Additional Information:

• SEN Experience: Previous experience in SEN settings is advantageous.
• DBS Check: The successful candidate will undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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