Swydd wag: Technical Assurance Officer, Health Research Authority, Bristol

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Administration

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NHS AfC: Band 6

Contract

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980-HRA8089621

Cyflogwr: Health Research Authority
Math o gyflogwr: NHS
Gwefan: Bristol or Home based
Tref: Bristol
Cyflog: £39,959 - £48,117 Per annum
Cyfnod cyflog: Yn flynyddol
Yn cau: 08/07/2026 23:59
Dyddiad y cyfweliad: 13/07/2026

Technical Assurance Officer

NHS AfC: Band 6

The HRA is a Non Departmental Public Body with the remit to protect and promote the interests of patients and the public in health and social care research. We do this by supporting and promoting a robust and efficient regulatory and governance framework in the UK. We provide the Research Ethics Service (RES), Confidentiality Advice function, assessments and assurances on behalf of the NHS, and learning, guidance and advice for the research community. Our ambition is to make the UK a great place to do research, where more money invested in research goes into carrying out relevant, good quality research.

Our purpose is to ensure that research involving NHS patients and members of the public is approved through a proportionate and robust system, that they are provided with the information they need to help them decide whether they wish to take part, and that their opportunity to do so is maximised by simplifying the processes by which high quality research is assessed. We have already delivered significant improvements by centralising and simplifying the approval of research in the NHS in England, and are undertaking a range of significant programmes to deliver further improvements.

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Please refer to the attached job description and person specification documents for full details about this role.

When completing your application, ensure you clearly demonstrate how your experience and skills align with the criteria outlined for this position.

We recognise that generative AI tools can be helpful in supporting applicants during the recruitment process, particularly for tasks such as proofreading, structuring, or refining written responses. However, we encourage candidates to use AI responsibly and sparingly. Applications should reflect your authentic voice, personal experiences, and genuine qualifications. Over reliance on AI-generated content can result in generic or inaccurate submissions that fail to meet the criteria or convey your individuality. Misrepresentation of skills, knowledge, or experience, including through AI-generated content, may lead to the rejection of your application, withdrawal of your offer, or your dismissal if you do start with us. If you choose to use AI, please ensure it enhances rather than replaces your own input, and be transparent about its use where appropriate. False and insincere examples go against our values of integrity and transparency.

Important information

We are unable to offer employment under any sponsorship arrangement as we do not hold a sponsorship licence. Applications requiring sponsorship will not be considered.

Applications that do not clearly demonstrate how the essential criteria outlined in the person specification are met will not be shortlisted.

Only the information provided in the application form will be considered. CVs will not be reviewed.

We do not accept applications via recruitment agencies or other third parties.

The HRA reserves the right to close this vacancy early should it receive a sufficient number of applications.

Organisational structure and directorate overview

The HRA is made up of five directorates: Approvals, Chief Executive, Digital, Policy and Partnerships and Resources.

This role is in the HRA Approvals Service directorate which consists of teams that work together, across the HRA and across the UK research landscape to provide the appropriate approvals for health and care research in England and, in some cases, across the UK, and to coordinate and standardise research regulation policy and practice across the UK.

This directorate issues HRA Approval, provides the research ethics service in England, supports the Confidentiality Advisory Group advising on the use of confidential patient information without consent; and coordinates technical assurances for pharmacy and radiation. We lead work to refine and maintain the systems and processes researchers need to follow to ensure a swift, robust and simple experience. We do this by working collaboratively with external partners and nearly 1000 committee volunteers to improve the research environment.

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Qualifications

Meini prawf hanfodol

Degree-level qualification or evidenced ability to work at a similar intellectual level

Meini prawf dymunol

Post-graduate qualification, in a related scientific discipline, law/ ethics, or management

Knowledge, Skills and Expertise

Meini prawf hanfodol

Thorough understanding of the HRA role and remit
Knowledge of principles and processes for approving and conducting health research in England, including legal requirements relating to research, and the ability to apply this knowledge practically
Awareness of NIHR clinical research network structures in England
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise against a background of change and uncertainty
Problem solving and analytical skills, including ability to interpret and prepare reports
Presentation skills including the ability to conduct meetings and deliver presentations and workshops using a range of presentational aids
Ability to work to frequent deadlines and to manage multiple processes and cases simultaneously
Ability to work in a dynamic, rapidly evolving environment

Meini prawf dymunol

Project management experience
Data analytical skills (both quantitative and qualitative) including the analysis of multiple sources of information to ensure compliance with targets and performance indicators
Understanding of pharmacy and medical exposure terminology, and basic understanding of types of medical exposure to ionising radiation

Experience

Meini prawf hanfodol

At least one year’s experience in a research approvals system (HRA, regulatory body, NHS R&D, Clinical Research Network, or university), or as a coordinator or facilitator of clinical trials in the UK
Experience of negotiating the input of others outside direct management control or authority, towards agreed aims
Experience of monitoring, or carrying out audits

Meini prawf dymunol

Experience of the facilitation of multiple types of health research conducted within the NHS
Relevant experience in NHS R&D or Academic Research Service
Relevant Experience within Research Ethics

Interpersonal Skills

Meini prawf hanfodol

Highly self-motivated, confident, pro-active, innovative, with ability to work independently and on own initiative
Flexible working approach, with proactive approach to change
Commitment to team working and respect and consideration for the skills of others
Interpersonal skills to include: • diplomacy and sensitivity • negotiating and influencing including ability to say ‘no’ • ability to work well with others, at all levels in an organisation including senior staff
Ability to develop good communications within the extended research community

In return for your commitment, we offer excellent opportunities for personal development and a healthy work-life balance. The HRA is committed to promoting and enhancing inclusion, diversity and equality. We welcome and encourage applications, who meet the criteria for the role, regardless of age, gender identity and gender expression, disability, race, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, sex or sexual orientation or any other personal circumstances. Reasonable adjustments to the interview process can be made upon request, for candidates with a disability. The HRA welcomes applicants who are interested in flexible working including job share, part time work, secondments or home-based working. Please discuss any preferred flexibility at your interview.

The HRA reserves the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a sufficient number of applications.

The HRA does not hold a sponsor licence in respect of skilled worker visas and so is unable to employ candidates requiring sponsorship.

In order to be considered for this position you must address the criteria outlined in the person specification in your supporting statement. You will be considered based on the information in your application form. CVs will not be considered. All contact is made via our Trac recruitment system. Please check your account regularly.

After applying via NHS Jobs, your submitted application will be imported into our Third-party recruitment system. All subsequent information regarding your application will be generated from apps.trac.jobs. If you are appointed to a post, information will also be transferred into the NHS Electronic Staff Records system.

If you have a query relating to your application, please contact the recruitment team on [email protected] or 0300 330 9416.

The NHSBSA is responsible for the processing of your application; a privacy notice is available at the following link to advise you on how we will process your personal data.

HRA Recruitment Privacy Notice