Job Description

We are seeking to appoint a Research Education Lead who will ensure the provision of high quality Research training and education across DBTH. This post is within the Research team which forms part of the Education and Research Directorate. This exciting opportunity is fixed term / secondment for 18 months with the possibility of extending.
Main duties of the job
The Research Education post will provide advice, guidance and support to all staff groups on Trust Research specific training and education opportunities, promoting the benefits of study participation.
Lead and monitor the training needs of current and newly appointed Research staff, facilitating training sessions, workshops and signposting to available resources and services.
Lead on the training and education for a range of staff on specific areas of Research education including: Generalised Research awareness, Standard Operating Procedures, Research Preceptorship sessions and Principal Investigator training support.
Work in partnership with our Higher Education Institutes (HEIs) to provide specific Research education sessions to learners on clinical placement within DBTH, including undergraduate medical students.
Develop and facilitate an induction programme for newly appointed Research nurses and staff within the Trust, supporting NIHR Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards.
Participate in regular networking events, working specifically with the Professor of Nursing (for health professionals) and the Chair of Surgery (medical) to maximise Research capability opportunities within the Trust.
Link and liaise regularly with Divisional Senior Leadership teams to ensure relevant Research information and education opportunities are being disseminated and acted upon.Support the Research Clinical Lead to provide clinical oversight and capacity when required.
About us
DBTH is one of Yorkshire's Leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 440,000. Our services are based over three main hospital sites and several additional services employing over 7,000 colleagues. At DBTH we have a comprehensive framework of behaviours that guide us in our daily working lives, these form the DBTH Way. We pride ourselves on our commitment to the values of We Care and now the DBTH Way builds upon these foundations, providing further clarity on what it means to embody these values in our everyday interactions. As an organisation that supports flexible working, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applicants from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including those with disabilities, members of our ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ communities.We offer a range of benefits to support our people including:o Extensive range of learning opportunitieso NHS Pension Schemeo Generous holiday entitlement in line with Terms & Conditionso Comprehensive health and wellbeing supporto NHS Car Lease schemes and a range of salary sacrifice schemeo Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers.
Details
Date posted
10 October 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
47,810 to 54,710 a year pro rata per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
18 months
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
272-7466694
Job locations
Doncaster Royal Infirmary
Armthorpe Road
Doncaster
DN2 5LT
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read this document carefully.Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.
Certificate of sponsorship
Applications from individuals who require a Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applicants. For further information and to check your eligibility for this post please following the link UK Visas and Immigration - GOV.UK. Please note that from April 9th 2025, band 2 & 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship. Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read this document carefully.Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.
Certificate of sponsorship
Applications from individuals who require a Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applicants. For further information and to check your eligibility for this post please following the link UK Visas and Immigration - GOV.UK. Please note that from April 9th 2025, band 2 & 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential

• Registered Nurse, Midwife or Allied Health Professional with a current professional registration
• Recognised NMC Teaching and Assessing Qualification or equivalent
• First level degree

Knowledge & Experience
Essential

• Experience of directly undertaking a range of research within an NHS organisation
• Evidence of involvement and leadership in teaching and mentorship specifically in relation to research context

Personal Attributes & Skills
Essential

• Demonstrates clear commitment to the team approach; exchanging ideas and providing support to colleagues
• Ability to direct the service to meet the organisational needs of the Trust

Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential

• Registered Nurse, Midwife or Allied Health Professional with a current professional registration
• Recognised NMC Teaching and Assessing Qualification or equivalent
• First level degree

Knowledge & Experience
Essential

• Experience of directly undertaking a range of research within an NHS organisation
• Evidence of involvement and leadership in teaching and mentorship specifically in relation to research context

Personal Attributes & Skills
Essential

• Demonstrates clear commitment to the team approach; exchanging ideas and providing support to colleagues
• Ability to direct the service to meet the organisational needs of the Trust

Skills Required