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NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
We are looking for a friendly, organised, team player, to join our small group of three, who support the East of Scotland Research Ethics Service (EoSRES).
The East of Scotland Research Ethics Service looks after two Research Ethics Committees. Each Committee is made up of 18 volunteers, whose remit is to review research applications, protecting the dignity, safety, rights and well-being of research participants. While also working to facilitate and promote ethical research, which is of potential benefit to participants, science and society. More information on the role of Research Ethics Committees can be found at Research Ethics Service and Research Ethics Committees - Health Research Authority (hra.nhs.uk) However, please note that as a devolved nation, we do operate with small differences.
The post holder will assist researchers through the ethical review process, providing administrative support and expertise. Researchers complete an on-line application, which we check and validate. The application then goes to a Committee meeting, held via Teams, where it is discussed and the main ethical points noted and a decision reached. The applications are very varied and your relevant knowledge of legislation and guidance would gradually increase, with support and guidance from the rest of the team. This is quite a unique post, so we are looking for transferable skills. These would include, the ability to read and understand complex information, and communicate that information effectively to a diverse range of people. An aptitude for accuracy and spotting inconsistencies, while reading applications and inputting information into the electronic databases we use.
This is a diverse and interesting role which is difficult to fit into an advert so please e-mail if you would like further information. julie.kelly5@nhs.scot
The post is 30 hours a week and there is flexibility over how the hours are worked. This post is supported through re-occurring funding and is initially for 12 months fixed term.