Overview We are looking for a highly motivated, experienced and enthusiastic leader at Consultant Level to help develop and deliver ambitious plans for the South East Regional Research Delivery Network (RRDN). The South East RRDN will be one of 12 Regional Networks that will replace the existing Local Clinical Research Networks from 3 November 2025. This is a part time role at 2PAs (0.2 FTE). The post is open to NHS Senior Medics working in Kent, Surrey or Sussex. Responsibilities

Assist and support the development of the RRDN 3 year Strategic Plan in collaboration with the RRDN Strategic Development & Operations Directors, aligning with national RDN strategic priorities and translating these into deliverable priorities for the RRDN region. Identify workforce development opportunities with clinical communities of practice to increase research capacity and capability within the region and nationally, with emphasis on addressing the needs of the life sciences industry. Co-ordinate the provision of expert proactive advice regarding study design to optimise deliverability; assist in identifying sites and Principal Investigators; provide reactive support where study delivery or performance is an issue. Co-develop and lead national programmes of work in collaboration with the RDN Co-ordinating Centre (RDNCC).

About Us Royal Surrey is a compassionate and collaborative acute and community Trust. We offer a comprehensive health and wellbeing program and a commitment to developing and advancing your career. We are clinically led and provide joined up care bridging hospital and community services alongside regional specialist cancer care. Our main acute hospital site is in Guildford with community hospital sites at Milford, Haslemere and Cranleigh. We provide adult community health services in homes across Guildford and Waverley. The Care Quality Commission (CQC) have given us an overall rating of Outstanding. We are investing in our colleagues through professional development and more than £45 million in our physical environment and new equipment in the next few years. Note: Advertisements may close early. A video about Royal Surrey can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R96pMboIYdo Details

Date posted: 09 September 2025 Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff Grade: Consultant Salary: Depending on experience Contract: Fixed term Duration: 36 months Working pattern: Part-time Reference number: 384-PP-EMF19032

Job location Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust, Egerton Road, Guildford, GU2 7XX Job Description Job responsibilities: The South East RRDN is hosted by the Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust and covers a footprint extending across Kent, Surrey and Sussex. We promote flexible working options and operate a hybrid/flexible working policy, with a minimum of 1 day per week site-based. See attached the Job Description for full details. Person Specification Essential

Full GMC Registration Masters level qualification or equivalent Management qualification

Comprehensive understanding of research, the NHS and the wider health and care system including responsibilities to the public and patients Experience of working in the health and care research sector, the health and social care service sector or academic environment at a senior level Comprehensive understanding of the UK research pathway and funding Experience of co-creating and implementing strategies to build capacity and capability for the delivery of health and care research Experience in the design and leadership of health or care research in the UK Experience of developing and implementing remedial actions to support study deliverability Experience of identifying the need for and developing professional workforce development needs Professional research leadership, both strategic and operational at a senior level Experience of working across complex organisational structures and effective matrix management Knowledge of national systems, structures and processes for supporting clinical research in NHS and non-NHS settings Experience of working collaboratively and in partnership with other organisations, with demonstrable experience of delivery across organisational boundaries Evidence of managing effective collaborations and partnerships Good understanding of performance management techniques Political astuteness and understanding of the health & social care context Comprehensive knowledge of programme sponsorship and management Experience of leading continuous improvement

Desirable: Understanding of governance and legislative framework for clinical research in the NHS Executive level experience Experience of being a Chief or Principal Investigator for a health or care research study in the UK

Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a Disclosure to the DBS will be checked for any previous convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. Guidance: UK Visas and Immigration website. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. See NHS Careers website for details.

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