Senior Research Dietitian
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Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The post holder will oversee the provision of specialist dietetic and nutrition support and measurement to patients and/or their families and carers whilst taking part in research, contributing both directly and through the management, guidance and supervision of other research dietitians or nutritionists. They will also oversee the related research spaces, processes and procedures to ensure the safe, effective and efficient delivery of this activity, as well as contributing to the design/development of new study protocols and funding applications.
The LDC hosts the Lifestyle Theme within the NIHR Leicester Biomedical Research Centre (BRC), a collaboration between the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust (UHL) and the University of Leicester, the Leicestershire and Northamptonshire Commercial Research Delivery Centre (CRDC), the Applied Research Collaboration (ARC)-East Midlands, and the Centre for Ethnic Health Research.
It is located at Leicester General Hospital and encompasses a floor space of ~ 5000m2 which includes a state-of-the-art exercise and metabolic assessment lab, metabolic kitchen, a dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) scanner for the gold standard assessment of body composition, clinical assessment rooms, patient education facilities, large and small meeting rooms, and a 4/5 space day ward.
Person specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Undergraduate degree or postgraduate degree in Dietetics
- Active professional portfolio
- Recognised professional registration to practice in the UK (i.e. HCPC)
Desirable criteria
- Have or working towards a masters or higher degree
Experience
Essential criteria
- Professional experience working within the field of long-term conditions including obesity and/or diabetes
- Clinical dietetic practice experience (primary, secondary and/or specialist care)
- Experience of establishing positive working relationships with other disciplines
- Experience of working in an academic/research environment
Desirable criteria
- Experience of working in specialist weight management services
- Active member of national/international forums
- Evidence of contribution to publication or other research outputs
Communication and relationship skills
Essential criteria
- Excellent communication skills
- Leadership and management skills
- Able to negotiate and lead others
- Able to work constructively in a multi-disciplinary team
- Excellent presentation skills
- Good written and verbal English skills
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential criteria
- Ability to review and critically appraise evidence
- Understanding of research methodologies
- Personal and professional maturity
- Recognition of professional and own limitations
Desirable criteria
- Experience of data collection
- Experience of audit and/or service development processes
Skills
Essential criteria
- Ability to provide support/supervision/line management
- Leadership skills
- Demonstrate reflective practice
Other requirements specific to the role
Essential criteria
- Good clinical practice training
- Computer literate, with an excellent standard of skills (e.g. email, presentations, word processing, statistical and mathematical packages)
- Self-motivated and able to motivate others
- Enthusiastic
- Resilient
- High level of professional and personal credibility
Desirable criteria
- Consent training for research
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential criteria
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours
Planning and organisation skills
Essential criteria
- Organisational and negotiation skills
- Ability to work flexibly, under pressure to meet targets
- Ability to prioritise workload
- Clear, methodical approach with attention to detail
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential criteria
- Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs
- All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others
Additional Information
Please submit your application form without delay to avoid disappointment; we will close vacancies prior to the publishing closing date if we receive a sufficient number of completed application forms.
Please check the email account (including your junk mail) that you supplied as part of your application on a regular basis following the closing date and throughout the recruitment process, as this is how we will communicate with you.
UHL is an equal opportunities employer. We aim to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds who match our job criteria.
Applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria for the job will be interviewed if you indicate you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme. If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process please make the recruitment services team aware as soon as possible.
UHL is committed to helping colleagues balance the demands of both their work and personal needs through flexible working arrangements wherever reasonably practicable and subject to service needs.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
Please note if you are successful in obtaining this position and the post involves regulated activity you will be required to undertake a Disclosure & Barring Service check.
The Trust will pay for the check initially and the money will then be deducted from your salary over a three month period commencing on your first month's payment.
The current price of a check is £38 for an enhanced and £18 for a standard check.
COVID 19 Risk Assessment
Due to the current Covid pandemic we have introduced a staff risk assessment into our pre-employment process. This now forms part of the mandatory pre-employment checks that will be carried out if you receive a conditional offer.
The risk assessment is intended to ensure you are able to safely perform your duties in any of our work areas, and if you have been identified as being particularly vulnerable to coronavirus. Our main aim is to reduce risk and to ensure the safety of all new starters to the Trust as well as current staff, patients and visitors.
If it is identified that you are within a vulnerable category, we will endeavor to make reasonable adjustments to accommodate this through discussions with both Occupational Health and your recruiting manager.
Covid Vaccination Status
Covid-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, family, colleagues and our patients/service users from the Covid-19 virus. We therefore continue to encourage our current and potential colleagues to get vaccinated.
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust holds the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of everything it does and all that it stands for. We are committed to developing a workforce that is representative of the community we serve. We welcome applications from the diverse community of Leicester, Leicester and Rutland, to help deliver healthcare services that meets the needs of our diverse communities.
At University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust we recognise that Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools can be used as a supportive aid during the job application process, for example to generate ideas, improve grammar, or support formatting. . We do however encourage applicants to carefully review any AI-supported content to ensure their application genuinely and accurately reflects their own skills, experience, and motivation for the role.
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