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Single form replaces separate ethics and R&D application forms on a UK-wide basis

From the evening of 28 June 2017 a combined IRAS form that merges the REC and R&D forms will be used across the UK. Already in place for projects where the lead NHS R&D office is based in England, the single IRAS form should be used for projects where the lead NHS/HSC R&D office is based in Northern Ireland, Scotland or Wales.  The streamlined single system is a result of the work of the Four Nations NHS/HSC Compatibility Programme and contributes to making it easier f...

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New Members Needed for CSO Committees and Panels

The Chief Scientist Office is looking to recruit new members to its research funding Committees and Capacity Building interview panels. Expressions of interest are invited from established researchers based within Scottish Universities or Health Boards (including scientists, medical doctors and allied health professionals) to both the Health Improvement, Protection and Services Research Committee and the Translational Clinical Studies Committee. Each of these committees meets twice per...

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Vacancy: Permissions Coordinating Centre Change Manager

Employer: SHIL, based within NRS PCC this is open to individuals interested in a secondment opportunity. Location: NHS Grampian R&D Offices, Foresterhill, Aberdeen. Reports to: NRS CMT General Manager. Local functional management through NHS Grampian R&D Director. Term: The post is for a one y...

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Opportunity to Join the Chief Scientist Office Public Engagement Group

We are looking to recruit new members of our public engagement group (PEG). The main role of our group is to provide a lay perspective on the activities of CSO and ensure the public view is taken into account in relevant policy and funding issues. The group meets in Edinburgh 2-3 times a year for group information events. In addition, Members are normally appointed by the Chief Scientist to one of the various CSO Committees and Groups. Members attend these Committees to provide a lay perspect...

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NHS Research Scotland/Universities Scottish Senior Clinical Fellowship Scheme

Applications are invited from outstanding early career clinical academics, medical and dental, for five-year tenure track senior research fellowships to be held in one of the five Scottish Universities with Medical or Dental Schools. Funded by a partnership between the Chief Scientist Office, Scottish Government Health and Social Care Directorates (which together support NHS Research Scotland, NRS) and the Universities of Aberdeen, Dundee, Edinburgh, Glasgow and St. Andrews, the scheme...

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Marie Curie partnership with Chief Scientist Office funds vital research into care for terminally ill patients in Scotland

Marie Curie and the Scottish Government Chief Scientist Office (CSO) have today announced the funding of two new research studies looking at care for people living with terminal illnesses. It is hoped that both of the studies, which are led by researchers at the University of Edinburgh, will directly inform the provision of services for those affected by terminal illness in Scotland. Professor Scott Murray at the University of Edinburgh will investigate the challenges involved i...

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National Clinical Leads appointed in key specialties

As part of the restructuring of the NHS Research Scotland Network, the Chief Scientist Office has appointed National clinical leads to Ageing, Dermatology, Ophthalmology and Dermatology. These roles provide national leadership in the development of clinical research activity in Scotland and ensure the effective delivery of research projects within the specialty including increasing the number of patients enrolled into...

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Vacancy: Health Sciences Scotland Manager (HSS)

Grade: NHS Band 7 or equivalent (£35k-£40k) Locations: Can be located anywhere in Scotland. Office base is the Golden Jubilee National Hospital, Clydebank Hours: Part time: 21 hrs (negotiable) Grade: NHS Band 7 or equivalent (£35k-£40k) Locations: Golden Jubilee National Hospital, Clydebank Length: 2 years Pur...

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Vacancy: Deputy Director, Edinburgh Clinical Research Facility

Full Time, Band 8B (£47,092-£58,217) Post Ref: CRF/16/16/R1 This is an exciting opportunity for an innovative and proactive individual to lead our dynamic multidisciplinary team. You should have a good operational background within a clinical setting, with enthusiasm for research and a desire to improve outcomes for patients. You will be responsible for the operational management, planning and development of Edinburgh CRF.

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Vacancy: Diabetes Research Network Manager

Summary of Job Purpose and Principal DutiesJob Title: Scottish Diabetes Research Network Manager Grade of Post/Salary: Grade 8, no higher than point 37 £39,324 Reporting Line Manager: Professor Rory McCrimmon, Clinical Lead SDRN and SDRN Executive Steering Group Duration of employment: Full-time until 31 March 18 Job Location: Currently in the Diabetes...

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