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Scotland Change Management Group announced

A new Scotland Change Management Group has been announced. The new group has been created to work with partners across the UK to implement the proposed Four Nations NHS/HSC Compatibility Programme. The Four Nations NHS/HSC Compatibility Programme is a series of projects being undertaken by the UK research approval bodies. The aim is to ensure compatible and consiste...

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Tayside first in UK study recruitment and site opening

In a boost to Scotland’s clinical research capabilities, NHS Tayside achieve top recruiter status and first site open in two important studies. The international MARINER study aims to learn more about the possible prevention of blood clots after hospital discharge, and has seen NHS Tayside as its top recruiter. It will assess the efficacy and safety of rivaroxaban compared with placebo in the pre...

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New Chief Scientist Health

Following an externally advertised secondment opportunity, Professor David Crossman will take up the post of Chief Scientist, Health, with effect from 1 November 2017. Professor Crossman is currently Dean and Head of School of Medicine, University of St Andrew’s.  Professor  Crossman replaces Professor Andrew Morris who stood down from the Chief Scientist role in July. Professor Morris  will continue to provide specific expert...

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Vacancy: Graphic Designer

NHS Research Scotland (NRS) and Scottish Health Innovations Ltd (SHIL) are seeking to recruit a Graphic Designer to support the delivery of the communications strategy for both, through strong creative outputs which help position NRS and SHIL as leading contributors within health research and innovation in Scotland. Job title: Graphic DesignerLocation: Golden Jubilee National Hospital, ClydebankRe...

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NRS Career Researcher Fellowships open for applications

The NRS Career Researcher Fellowships are now open and accepting applications from prospective candidates. The award provides funding for protected time (2 sessions) to contribute to, conduct and lead clinical research. The aim is to strengthen the research culture in the NHS and to increase capacity in areas that are either aligned to research excellence either locally or nationally or areas where the potential exists to develop research excellence. The Chief Sci...

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Vacancy: Mental Health Network, North Node Clinical Lead

We are inviting expressions of interest for the role of North Node Clinical Lead for the NRS Mental Health Network. The NRS Mental Health Network is part of NHS Research Scotland and is funded by the Chief Scientist Office. The aim of the network is to facilitate mental health research across Scotland. The NRS Mental Health Network is led by a Research Champion (Prof Stephen Lawrie) and supported by a Scotland-wide Management Group. We are looking for a Psychiatrist / Clinical...

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Scotland’s world class research infrastructure promoted stateside

Scotland’s reputation as a world class research destination will be centre stage this week as representatives from NHS Research Scotland travel to the USA to meet research and development leads from US based life science companies. Alongside representatives from NIHR (England), Health and Care Research (Wales) and

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Secondment opportunity: Networks and Specialty Groups Manager (maternity cover)

NHS Research Scotland are looking to recruit a Networks and Specialty Groups Manager as maternity cover on a secondment basis. The position will support and coordinate the activities of the NRS Network in delivering clinical research within NHSScotland. To apply, or for further information, please send your CV and covering letter to: Charles Weller: charles.weller@nrs.org.uk0141 951 5508 Applications...

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International recognition for Tayside Clinical Trials Unit

Tayside Clinical Trials Unit (TCTU) - a joint initiative between the University of Dundee and NHS Tayside - has been recognised for its expertise in trial design and delivery. An International Review Committee of experts led the 2017 UK Clinical Research Collabo...

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Registration now open - NRS Conference 2017

Registration is now open for NRS Conference 2017! Join us in 2017 to celebrate Scotland's dynamic research environment, explore cutting edge science and consider how we translate our research into improved care for patients across NHS Scotland and beyond. With the theme of Realistic Medicine: The Value and Impa...

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