Group Head of Research and Development
Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust
Birmingham, B66 2QTView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£79,504 to £91,609
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
17 November 2026
18 days leftJob description
In conjunction with the Directors of Research and Development for Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust and Dudley Group Foundation Trust the post ho...
As Group Head of R&D the post holder will be key to the development and implementation of groupwide R&D strategy and business plans and ensuring that performance targets and overarching strategic objectives are met.
They will work collaboratively with key partnersand represent the Trust in external stakeholder forums to facilitate, promote and increase recruitment to research trials and take forward the Group's research agenda.
Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust (SWB) serves Birmingham and the Black Country - one of the country's most culturally diverse areas. It's a friendly and welcoming place - a place where you can belong, and a place where you can grow.
We care for our patients, we care about our population, and we care about our people.
Our values - Ambition, Respect and Compassion - are at the heart of who we are. They guide us every step of the way; how we work with each other, and how we look after our patients and their families; how we respect and value the rich diversity of our team and our community.
Our Trust has always aspired to be more than a hospital, more than a healthcare provider. Our purpose is to "Improve the Life Chances and Health Outcomes of our Population." It is what inspires, drives, and unites us every day. It's what makes us unique.
We want working at SWB to feel like more than just a job. We want our Trust to be a place where you can feel you belong. A place where you feel happy, safe, and rewarded. A place where you can develop your career in whatever way you choose. When we say we're 'with you all the way' we want you to know that we mean it. Visit the SWB website to find out more about our ambitions and people plans.
Qualifications
Essential: - Leadership and management training qualification at degree level or above; - Masters level qualification, or equivalent research related experience
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of developing and implementing successful research strategies
- Proven record of consistent delivery against targets for both commercial and non-commercial research
- Research contract negotiation/management experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Specialist knowledge of the governance and legislative frameworks for conducting clinical research studies
- Detailed knowledge of the national NHS R&D Strategy and funding streams
- Specialist knowledge of current local, regional and national policies relating to clinical research activity in the NHS
Management
Essential
- NHS experience in a senior management position
- Research management experience at a senior level
- Able to lead, manage, train and develop staff
- Budget management experience
Skills
Essential
- Able to interpret national policies and guidelines into locally relevant policies and procedures
- Preparation and delivery of presentations and reports to board level standard
- Highly developed communication skills with ability to negotiate and influence effectively to achieve best outcomes
- Experience of networking at local and national level
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Provenance
Source
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First seen
30 October 2026
Last checked
30 October 2026
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