Job summary
Are you passionate about driving research forward and looking for a new challenge? We are seeking an experienced and motivated Regional Research Manager to join our Agile Research Delivery Team in the South West Peninsula (SWP).
This role involves leading a multidisciplinary team to deliver National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Research Delivery Network (RDN) Portfolio studies across a variety of health and care settings. As Team Manager, you will lead a regionally based, flexible workforce that supports the set-up and delivery of studies across a wide range of specialties and care environments.
Being a regional position we welcome applications from Cornwall, Devon or Somerset as the postholder can be based in any of these locations.
Main duties of the job
For more detail about the main duties of this role, please see the job description section below. As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients to stay healthy, when they need it most.
About us
Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford).
Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within peoples own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).
Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.
Its never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as youll help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.
Details
- Date posted: 04 June 2026
- Pay scheme: Agenda for change
- Band: Band 7
- Salary: £49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum pro rata
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time
- Reference number: 185-21190-13228
- Job locations: Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, Exeter, Devon, EX2 5FD, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.
More detail about the role
This regional role requires a moderate level of travel across the South West Peninsula.
The post holder will work alongside professionals from multiple organisations involved in health and care research and will play an integral role within the Agile Research Delivery Team. The Team Manager will oversee enhanced study support for social and wider care settings, leading the planning, development and implementation of the NIHR RDN portfolio to reflect community needs.
This is a key leadership role within a dynamic team delivering enhanced study set-up support across wider care settings. Responsibilities will include delegation, supervision, education and support, as well as conducting appraisals.
The successful candidate will work closely with the other Agile Research Delivery Team Managers and will be accountable to the Agile Research Delivery Team Senior Clinical Manager.
Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week. Monday - Friday
Interview Date: To Be Confirmed
For further information please contact: Migaila Aldred, NIHR RRDN Agile Research Delivery Team Senior Clinical Manager on migaila.aldred@nhs.net
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.
Benefits
We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.
This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.
Looking after you is important to us.
We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.
If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.
You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
Salary is not the only financial benefit
You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.
You will also have access to other benefits including:
National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
Car lease schemes.
The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
Cycle to work scheme
These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.
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