Clinical Research Facility Patient Public Involvement Lead

The Opportunity:

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Job type: Professional Services

We are looking for an expert in the specialist field of Patient and Public Involvement (PPI) in Clinical research to lead and embed high-quality PPI across the College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine and NHS Lothian’s Clinical Research Facility (CRF). The postholder will provide specialist expertise to enhance research delivery and strengthen funding applications, manage the CRF PPI team, contribute to the wider PPIE network, and support Clinical Research national strategy through a one-day-per-week role as NHS Research Scotland PPI Lead.

People have always been at the heart of our work. As part of the University, you are a part of our community. We are looking for people with drive, determination, and a passion for what they do. We are a place where everyone is welcome and offer a range of policies and benefits designed to support you in building the right meaningful/personalised flexibility for you.

This post is full-time (35 hours per week); however, we are open to considering part-time or flexible working patterns.

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