The NIHR Imperial Clinical Research Facility (CRF) at Hammersmith Hospital is seeking a skilled and motivated Research Involvement, Engagement and Inclusion Manager to lead on patient and public involvement and engagement (PPIE), and equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI).
This is a unique opportunity to shape how clinical research is experienced and delivered, ensuring it reflects and serves the diverse communities we work with. You’ll work closely with CRF staff, researchers, patients, and partners across Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, Imperial College London, and the wider National Institute of Health and Care Research (NIHR) infrastructure.
You will hold a post graduate qualification in a relevant discipline and have experience of developing and delivering inclusive involvement and engagement strategies in healthcare, research, and/or community settings
We offer a supportive environment, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to make a real impact on how research is shaped and shared.
- Work closely with PERC to deliver the overall NIHR Imperial PPIE Strategy
- Develop and implement strategies and action plans for PPIE and RI aligned with NIHR and Trust priorities.
- Advise the CRF senior Management Team on best practices, compliance, and innovation across both domains.
- Facilitate meaningful involvement of patients and the public in research design, delivery, and dissemination.
- Organise engagement events and outreach activities to connect with diverse communities.
- Develop and deliver PPIE policies and procedures.
- Embed EDI principles across CRF operations, including recruitment, training, and research delivery.
- Deliver and/or signpost staff training and support inclusive workforce development.
- Devise strategies to ensure all necessary data is collected and managed efficiently and in compliance with GDPR.
- Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders including Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, NIHR, Imperial College London, patient groups, PPI Panel and community organisations.
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.
Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You’ll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.
Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview. .
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Karen Mosley Job title: Head of Operations Email address: k.mosley@nhs.net Telephone number: 02033138073
We encourage you to reach out for a confidential chat before you apply if needed.
