Integrated Research Manager

Job summary

With the scope of digital pathology, pathologists are now able to convert glass slides of patients' tissue samples into digital slides that can be viewed and analysed on a computer. The Integrated Pathology Unit (IPU) runs one of the most advanced translational digital pathology operations in Europe and bridges the gap between science and patients within the scope of digital pathology, tissue hybridization and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. The IPU represents an opportunity to make a substantial impact to the way we understand, diagnose and characterize cancer. The IPU works with teams at The Royal Marsden, the ICR, international and national collaborators, research organizations and commercial partners. This role plays a key part in the future of the IPU as we begin to enter a new realm of regulatory compliance with applications of AI and digitisation of pathology material, and multimodal analysis. As these techniques become the new norm, we need to ensure they are seamlessly integrated into new study setups and future translational research. The ultimate aim being primarily, to make it easier and quicker to set-up and deliver more complex tissue- and data-driven research. The post holder will be responsible for coordinating and facilitating all the activities required for the effective access to and monitoring of clinical images, biomaterials and meta-data for individual projects initiated by RMH or ICR scientists.

Main duties of the job

The holder of the post is expected to perform a variety of tasks that may include, but are not restricted to:

Responsible for coordinating and facilitating all the activities required for the effective access to clinical images, biomaterials and meta-data for individual projects initiated by RMH or ICR scientists

Monitor the use of clinical images, biomaterials and meta-data in individual projects

Support and actively engage in the creation of the documentation required for each study, in relation to access to clinical images, biomaterials and meta-data in individual projects

About us

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.

At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.

At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.

Job responsibilities

For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification:

Service Delivery:

The Integrated Pathology Unit will oversee and contribute to a wide range of projects, clinical trials and RM/ICR led academic studies. This may include multicentre trials, UK Clinical Trials of Investigational Medicinal Product (CTIMP) to retrospective translational research projects. The potholder will:

1. Work with IPU leadership to create a strong, robust and efficient pipeline to coordinate and facilitate all the activities required for the effective access to clinical images, biomaterials and meta-data for individual projects initiated by RMH or ICR scientists

2. Coordinate, navigate and facilitate all regulatory internal requirements including (when applicable):

a. Medicines for Human Use (Clinical Trials) Regulations

b. Research Governance Framework for Health and Social Care

c. Human Tissue Act

d. Research and Development Policies and SOPs

3. Be the main point of contact for the clinical R&D Office for set up of assigned R&D projects.

General Duties:

Work in a flexible, but organised manner

Meet objectives within predetermined timescales

Communicate effectively with other members of the Centre of Molecular Pathology, the BRC and other Trust staff

Work under the supervision of the line manager and to consult where appropriate

Ensure that all Trust and IPU policies and standard operating procedures are adhered to

Attainments

Essential

Desirable

Experience

Essential

Special Aptitude & Disposition

Essential