Research and Data Governance Manager

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11 months ago
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Permanent, Full Time

We are seeking to recruit a confident and enthusiastic Research and Data Governance Manager with proven ability to work comfortably on their own and as part of a team.

The appointee will oversee the management of a variety of research and data analyses projects and help improve the quality of data collection and processing across Federation. Both these roles will be undertaken in close collaboration with the Research & Development (R&D) team and other Federation staff as part of the R&D function.

The successful candidate will be educated to at least postgraduate degree level, or equivalent, in a discipline with a large quantitative data component, such as mathematics, statistics, psychology, social sciences or research methodology. They need to be experienced in analysing data, using statistical software, database tools, programming and managing large datasets. They will need a good understanding of UK data protection legislation and be able to present complex findings in a simple and engaging way to a variety of stakeholders.

For more information about the role please view the job description and person specification.

About the Federation

The Federation of the Royal Colleges of Physicians, based in the UK and with international reach, is a collaboration between the:



Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh

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Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow

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Royal College of Physicians of London (RCP)

Collectively, the colleges represent more than 50,000 physicians worldwide. For physicians in the UK and globally, the colleges provide an invaluable professional network, opportunities to share best practice and ongoing educational opportunities.

The Federation develops and delivers services to support doctors at every stage of their careers, including:

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training (Joint Royal Colleges of Physicians Training Board – JRCPTB)

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examinations (Membership of the Royal Colleges of Physicians of the UK – MRCP(UK))

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continuing professional development (CPD).

Our benefits

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Working at the Federation comes with lots of benefits designed to ensure that you feel valued and supported in your role. The benefits we offer include:

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29 days holiday per annum plus bank holidays

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group personal pension plan with 7% employer contribution

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health cash plan

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interest-free season ticket loan

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life assurance

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annual pay award

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flexible working hours

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employee assistance programme – 24/7 advice and support for any work-related issues as well as any problems affecting your home life

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occupational health team – includes employment and work-related health assessments, health checks and work station assessments

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cycle to work scheme

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professional training and development opportunities

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enhanced maternity and paternity pay

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staff discounts platform – including discounts on cinema tickets and a range of high street brands.

How to apply

To apply, please submit your CV and a supporting statement outlining how your skills and experience meet the job description. Those who are short-listed for interview will also be required to complete a short test (relevant to the job) as part of the interview process.

Please note that applications received without a supporting statement will not be shortlisted.

Closing date: 25 April 2025

Interview date: Likely 12, 13, 14 and 19 May 2025 (online)

The RCP positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status or pregnancy and maternity.

The RCP is all about our people – our members, staff, volunteers and leaders. We educate, influence and collaborate to improve health and healthcare for everyone and know we can only do this by being inclusive, encouraging and celebrating diverse perspectives. Welcoming into our community people who represent the 21st-century medical workforce and the diverse population of patients we serve is a priority for us.

Who we are

The Royal College of Physicians (RCP) is a rewarding and friendly place to work with an incredible history, dating back to our foundation in 1518 by King Henry VIII. We are a professional membership body for physicians – doctors who work in hospitals – with over 40,000 members in the UK and around the world working to improve patient care and reduce illness. Our activities focus on educating, improving and influencing for better health and care

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