Job Description

A unique and exciting opportunity has arisen for an exceptional individual to be appointed as the National Head of Research Delivery NMAHPs (up to 0.6 WTE).



This will be a fixed term / secondment for 18 months until the 31 st August 2027.



The Head of Research Delivery - NMAHPs is a highly visible role leading, driving the agenda for excellence in research delivery across Wales.



The role provides expert, professional knowledge and advice to Health and Care Research Wales in the development and implementation of national and local research and development (R&D) strategy in line with Welsh Government policy.



The post holder will be a registered nurse, midwife, allied health professional or health care scientist, with a proven track record in research delivery in health and social care and particularly NHS environments. You will need to be highly motivated, have excellent communication skills, and a positive and flexible approach to the needs of the service.



The post may close early if sufficient applications are received.



IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN APPLYING AS A SECONDMENT POSITION, YOU MUST OBTAIN PERMISSION FROM YOUR CURRENT LINE MANAGER PRIOR TO APPLYING FOR THIS POST.



Provide national, professional leadership for Health and Care Research Wales funded (wholly or part) registered nurses and midwives, and allied health professionals and the advancement of these professions within Health and Care Research Wales.



Contribute to the development and delivery of education and training to research delivery professionals and develops national standards and competencies for health and social care research delivery in Wales to ensure clinical and service excellence across health and social care settings and organisations.



Resolve systematic barriers to the delivery of health and social care research.



Represent Health and Care Research Wales in national, UK and international planning and debate on associated topics including NHS and social care service strategy, research and development funding, trial development and management and research infrastructure development.



This is a national role within Health and Care Research Wales . The post is hosted by Powys Teaching Health Board.



Health and Care Research Wales is a networked organisation, supported by Welsh Government, which brings together a wide range of partners across the NHS in Wales, local authorities, universities, research institutions, third sector and others.



Health and Care Research Wales works in support of Welsh Government's overarching goal which is to ensure that today's research makes a difference to tomorrow's care.



Its mission is to promote, support and provide collective oversight of health and social care research in Wales, ensuring it is of the highest international scientific quality, is relevant to the needs and challenges of health and social care in Wales and makes a difference to policy and practice in ways that improve the lives of patients, people, and communities in Wales.



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.



The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply