Total 9 Science / R&D / Research job vacancies in London, SE1 9RT

Research and Development Center (uscg.mil)
DVIDS - Video - Coast Guard research and development overview (dvidshub.net)
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As a Research General Engineer in the Technical Division at the Coast Guard R&D Center, you will join a fast-paced, diverse, and collaborative group of scientists, engineers, computer scientists, and analysts to contribute to research in focus areas. This position will focus on contributing to and/or leading Defense and Safety Systems (DSS) applied research projects. The DSS Research Program aims to ensure the safety of Coast Guard members, the Maritime Transportation System (MTS), and the public now and into the future. Examples of defensive systems that will protect our assets from evolving threats include non-lethal vessel stopping technologies, counter uncrewed systems (C-UxS), directed energy systems, and cybersecurity systems in Operational Technology (OT). Safety systems efforts focus on improvements to mariner safety and increasing the probability of successful search and rescue, as well as assessing modern vessel construction techniques and materials that will ensure that the service knows how to regulate, respond to emergencies, and utilize advancements in ship design.

Being a Coast Guard civilian makes you a valuable member of the Coast Guard team. Typical work assignments include:

• Designing or directing the development of unique or leading-edge technology, equipment, or systems to meet specific mission requirements.
• Conducting systematic research in problem areas that are highly complex, answering important questions in the scientific field that lead to innovation.
• Serving as a senior engineer coordinating and integrating the planning, programming, development, oversight, scheduling, and overall management of resources for multi-phase projects.
• Guiding and evaluating contractor efforts by reviewing plans and cost estimates, reporting problems and/or progress, directing necessary changes and resolving controversial problems, and ensuring contractor efforts are in line with research program objectives.
• Utilizing correspondence with field experts and literature published with the agency, outside agencies, private industry, and research institutions to maintain knowledge of current technology and regulatory developments in the scientific field.
• Conducting analysis and applying findings of technical reviews to recommend changes to existing directives

Starting at $116,510 Per Year (GS 13)

Research and Development Center (uscg.mil)
DVIDS - Video - Coast Guard research and development overview (dvidshub.net)
USCG Operation Demonstration Coqui (youtube.com)

As a Research General Engineer in the Technical Division at the Coast Guard R&D Center, you will join a fast-paced, diverse, and collaborative group of scientists, engineers, computer scientists, and analysts to contribute to research in focus areas. This position will focus on contributing to and/or leading Defense and Safety Systems (DSS) applied research projects. The DSS Research Program aims to ensure the safety of Coast Guard members, the Maritime Transportation System (MTS), and the public now and into the future. Examples of defensive systems that will protect our assets from evolving threats include non-lethal vessel stopping technologies, counter uncrewed systems (C-UxS), directed energy systems, and cybersecurity systems in Operational Technology (OT). Safety systems efforts focus on improvements to mariner safety and increasing the probability of successful search and rescue, as well as assessing modern vessel construction techniques and materials that will ensure that the service knows how to regulate, respond to emergencies, and utilize advancements in ship design.

Being a Coast Guard civilian makes you a valuable member of the Coast Guard team. Typical work assignments include:

• Designing or directing the development of unique or leading-edge technology, equipment, or systems to meet specific mission requirements.
• Conducting systematic research in problem areas that are highly complex, answering important questions in the scientific field that lead to innovation.
• Serving as a senior engineer coordinating and integrating the planning, programming, development, oversight, scheduling, and overall management of resources for multi-phase projects.
• Guiding and evaluating contractor efforts by reviewing plans and cost estimates, reporting problems and/or progress, directing necessary changes and resolving controversial problems, and ensuring contractor efforts are in line with research program objectives.
• Utilizing correspondence with field experts and literature published with the agency, outside agencies, private industry, and research institutions to maintain knowledge of current technology and regulatory developments in the scientific field.
• Conducting analysis and applying findings of technical reviews to recommend changes to existing directives

Starting at $116,510 Per Year (GS 13)

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below. Person specification GOSH Culture and Values Essential criteria GOSH Always Values Experience of working as part of a diverse team. Experience of contributing to an inclusive workplace culture. Committed to family centred care. Academic/Professional qualification/Training Essential criteria Level 5 Diploma of Higher Education Level /Foundation Degree programme in health care or equivalent. Good Clinical Practice certification (GCP). Evidence of Assistant Practitioner or equivalent competencies through national occupational standards and/or work-based learning. Evidence of continuing professional development. Experience/Knowledge Essential criteria Experience of working on multiple parallel tasks to strict and often tight deadlines. Desirable criteria Experience of working within the NHS (i.e Health care assistant/Research Coordinator). Experience of working in a clinical trial environment in either a pharmaceutical company, NHS Trust or a university. Experience of multidisciplinary working, both internally and externally. Knowledge of and/or experience of database systems and managing complex information. Previous experience of research and/or audit. Experience of having worked with children and/or young people. Basic understanding of the principles of clinical and research governance and Good Clinical Practice. Skills/Abilities Essential criteria Willingness to gain competency in clinical skills. Ability to work well both in a team and on own initiative. Excellent documentation skills Ability to communicate professionally with children and families, visitors, sponsors and members of the multi-disciplinary team. Able to recognise own limitations and ask for supervision/training as required. IT skills and a working knowledge of Microsoft office/or equivalent software A commitment to continued professional and personal development. Excellent listening, verbal and written communication skills Desirable criteria Able to accurately undertake core observations (temperature, pulse, respiratory and heart rate) on children of all ages and recognise and report any abnormalities. Ability to recognise a child whose condition may be deteriorating and inform appropriate personnel immediately. Able to height/length and weigh a child of any age accurately. Ability to assist in the training of other staff.

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.

Clinical and Communication Responsibilities Provide excellent customer care skills to ensure patients and participants come first. Work within relevant regulations and ICH GCP (International Conference on Harmonisation and Good Clinical Practice) ensuring that the clinical trial protocol is adhered to at all times. Lead on a portfolio of trials and coordinate participation. This requires liaising with the clinical team to organise and ensure that trial specific investigations are undertaken according to the protocol, paying particular attention to accurate data collection and dissemination and version control of essential documentation. Devise, implement and evaluate strategies for recruiting participants into clinical studies and identify individuals potentially eligible for research studies. Gain permissions for research contacts. For specific studies post holder may be delegated to obtain consent from participants in line with Trust policy and research protocol. Organise and facilitate participant appointments and follow-up phone calls. Accurately perform and record observations of clinical activities required according to personal competencies and the study protocol and obtain the results including blood pressure, temperature, respirations, questionnaires, urinalysis, weight and height, and report abnormalities or changes appropriately. Report any adverse events or health concerns which occur whilst the participant is taking part in the study to the appropriate doctor or nurse in a timely manner, and to the appropriate principal or co-investigator. Liaise with pharmacy to co-ordinate the availability and dispensing of study drugs if appropriate. Perform tasks requiring clinical and laboratory skills, including phlebotomy, venepuncture, tissue and blood sample preparation within clinic and laboratory in line with personal competencies and approved study protocol Process biological samples according to personal competencies and the study-specific protocol and laboratory manual and organise the storage, shipment and documentation of samples. Provide ongoing support to the participant and carer whilst participating in the clinical study. Communicate study related information effectively with the research team and study participants and their family members. This information may be complex or sensitive, and there may be barriers to understanding. Communicate effectively and efficiently specialised advice pertaining to research protocols to members of the multidisciplinary team. Engage effectively with other departments and wards at the site/s, in order to promote a good working environment, integration of research and open channels of communication. Communicate with external study coordinators and sponsor representatives, nationally and internationally. Attend and participate in departmental meetings and help promote new ideas and methods and assist in their implementation. Attend and participate in multidisciplinary team meetings. Arrange, attend and record minutes for research and other relevant departmental meeting. Attend national and international study specific meetings and disseminate information to members of the multi-disciplinary team as required. Information and data management Update participant study and medical records to accurately document study related activity and procedures. Ensure the confidentiality of verbal, written and computerised information. Complete case report forms in a precise and timely manner, ensuring that all the relevant clinical data in the participants medical notes and study file is transcribed accurately. Responsible for the maintenance of the Investigator Site Files. Aid with local study set up to ensure all applicable documents are ready to use once relevant approvals are received. Organise study set up visits, involving all relevant departments. Create databases, validate and maintain them and ensure their security and compliance with the data protection act. Update and maintain centralised database. Responsible for ensuring that all data queries are dealt with in a timely and efficient manner. Assist in the creation and maintenance of good office systems for the smooth running of the service. Plan, prepare documentation and participate in audit and monitoring visits. Implement strategies to ensure full and accurate data-set for all study participants. Process amendments according to standard operating procedure as received in a timely manner. Collate data and compile reports for the Clinical Lead, Research Managers and commercial sponsors as required. Provide timely information and reports to reflect recruitment of patients including timely entry to EDGE according to team processes. Management and leadership Provide advice and training to colleagues as relevant to your role. Supervise, train or mentor new or more junior staff as required. Act as a role model, giving guidance, counselling and support to new and junior staff. Actively contribute to the teaching programme within the department. Education and Professional development Take responsibility for identifying personal training and educational needs within the context of the service and those identified during the appraisal process. To maintain an up to date knowledge relevant to the specialty and research. Act in accordance with the Health Education England (HEE) Care Certificate framework standards at all times. Undertake an Individual Performance Review annually with your Line Manager. Maintain a record to reflect any training carried out pertaining to the post. Other responsibilities Act always in a manner which, promotes positive working relationships and maintains the professional image of the Trust. Responsibly manage the control of equipment, resources and stock. Actively seek to develop the role to take account of changing requirements of the service. Ensure own actions help to maintain quality. To work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team. Work collaboratively with colleagues across R&D and wider GSTFT to facilitate the achievement of objectives and shared learning.

The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent organisation and communication skills as they will be responsible for a wide variety of tasks requiring the ability to show initiative, be flexible and adopt a proactive approach to managing their workload. The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below. Based in central London, GOSH offers flexible working, help with childcare and travel, excellent training and development opportunities and assistance with finding somewhere to live. Informal discussions and site visits are welcomed; please contact Hamza Meghari, Senior Research Coordinator at hamza.meghari@gosh.nhs.uk To apply please visit www.gosh.nhs.uk/jobs quoting the appropriate reference number. We encourage applications from all sections of the community. We conduct full criminal record checks on all successful candidates. See www.disclosure.gov.uk for more information.

The post holder will act as patient and participant advocate at all times, the post holder will be expected to co-ordinate research clinics and organise study related care. They will implement and evaluate strategies to identify and assist in the enrolment of research participants.

The post-holder will lead on a portfolio of research studies and perform a range of clinical assessments in line with accepted standards of practice. They will communicate proactively with the study and clinical teams to ensure good participant experience and adherence to study protocols. The post holder will be responsible for case report form completion, site file management, implementation of amendments and maintenance of databases. They will act as mentor and support for new and junior team members. They will contribute to quality assurance processes within the team. The post holder will ensure the well-being of participants by adhering to study protocols, relevant regulations and local Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust comprises five of the UK’s best-known hospitals – Guy’s, St Thomas’, Evelina London Children’s Hospital, Royal Brompton and Harefield – as well as community services in Lambeth and Southwark, all with a long history of high-quality care, clinical excellence, research and innovation.

The Gastrointestinal Medicine and Surgery research team delivers studies across the multidisciplinary gastrointestinal department. The team is made up of Principal Investigators and Sub-investigators, Research Nurses and Clinical Research Practitioners who work together to deliver studies to high standards across both Guy’s and St Thomas’ hospital sites.

Clinical and Communication Responsibilities
• Provide excellent customer care skills to ensure patients and participants come first.
• Work within relevant regulations and ICH GCP (International Conference on Harmonisation and Good Clinical Practice) ensuring that the clinical trial protocol is adhered to at all times.
• Lead on a portfolio of trials and coordinate participation. This requires liaising with the clinical team to organise and ensure that trial specific investigations are undertaken according to the protocol, paying particular attention to accurate data collection and dissemination and version control of essential documentation.
• Devise, implement and evaluate strategies for recruiting participants into clinical studies and identify individuals potentially eligible for research studies. Gain permissions for research contacts.
• For specific studies post holder may be delegated to obtain consent from participants in line with Trust policy and research protocol.
• Organise and facilitate participant appointments and follow-up phone calls.
• Accurately perform and record observations of clinical activities required according to personal competencies and the study protocol and obtain the results including blood pressure, temperature, respirations, questionnaires, urinalysis, weight and height, and report abnormalities or changes appropriately.
• Report any adverse events or health concerns which occur whilst the participant is taking part in the study to the appropriate doctor or nurse in a timely manner, and to the appropriate principal or co-investigator.
• Liaise with pharmacy to co-ordinate the availability and dispensing of study drugs if appropriate.
• Perform tasks requiring clinical and laboratory skills, including phlebotomy, venepuncture, tissue and blood sample preparation within clinic and laboratory in line with personal competencies and approved study protocol
• Process biological samples according to personal competencies and the study-specific protocol and laboratory manual and organise the storage, shipment and documentation of samples.
• Provide ongoing support to the participant and carer whilst participating in the clinical study.
• Communicate study related information effectively with the research team and study participants and their family members. This information may be complex or sensitive, and there may be barriers to understanding.
• Communicate effectively and efficiently specialised advice pertaining to research protocols to members of the multidisciplinary team.
• Engage effectively with other departments and wards at the site/s, in order to promote a good working environment, integration of research and open channels of communication.
• Communicate with external study coordinators and sponsor representatives, nationally and internationally.
• Attend and participate in departmental meetings and help promote new ideas and methods and assist in their implementation.
• Attend and participate in multidisciplinary team meetings.
• Arrange, attend and record minutes for research and other relevant departmental meeting.
• Attend national and international study specific meetings and disseminate information to members of the multi-disciplinary team as required.

Information and data management
• Update participant study and medical records to accurately document study related activity and procedures.
• Ensure the confidentiality of verbal, written and computerised information.
• Complete case report forms in a precise and timely manner, ensuring that all the relevant clinical data in the participant’s medical notes and study file is transcribed accurately.
• Responsible for the maintenance of the Investigator Site Files.
• Aid with local study set up to ensure all applicable documents are ready to use once relevant approvals are received. Organise study set up visits, involving all relevant departments.
• Create databases, validate and maintain them and ensure their security and compliance with the data protection act.
• Update and maintain centralised database.
• Responsible for ensuring that all data queries are dealt with in a timely and efficient manner.
• Assist in the creation and maintenance of good office systems for the smooth running of the service.
• Plan, prepare documentation and participate in audit and monitoring visits.
• Implement strategies to ensure full and accurate data-set for all study participants.
• Process amendments according to standard operating procedure as received in a timely manner.
• Collate data and compile reports for the Clinical Lead, Research Managers and commercial sponsors as required.
• Provide timely information and reports to reflect recruitment of patients including timely entry to EDGE according to team processes.

Management and leadership
• Provide advice and training to colleagues as relevant to your role.
• Supervise, train or mentor new or more junior staff as required.
• Act as a role model, giving guidance, counselling and support to new and junior staff.
• Actively contribute to the teaching programme within the department.

Education and Professional development
• Take responsibility for identifying personal training and educational needs within the context of the service and those identified during the appraisal process.
• To maintain an up to date knowledge relevant to the specialty and research.
• Act in accordance with the Health Education England (HEE) Care Certificate framework standards at all times.
• Undertake an Individual Performance Review annually with your Line Manager.
• Maintain a record to reflect any training carried out pertaining to the post.

Other responsibilities
• Act always in a manner which, promotes positive working relationships and maintains the professional image of the Trust.
• Responsibly manage the control of equipment, resources and stock.
• Actively seek to develop the role to take account of changing requirements of the service.
• Ensure own actions help to maintain quality.
• To work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across R&D and wider GSTFT to facilitate the achievement of objectives and shared learning.


This advert closes on Monday 2 Dec 2024

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below. Based in central London, GOSH offers flexible working, help with childcare and travel and excellent training and development opportunities. We encourage applications from all sections of the community. We conduct full criminal record checks on all successful candidates. See www.disclosure.gov.uk for more information.