Research and Innovation Assistant

This post is a Secondment until 01/12/2027. If you are a Hywel Dda University Health Board employee and are applying for this post as a secondment, agreement for the secondment is needed from your current manager prior to application. This is an opportunity for an individual to join the Tritech and Innovation division, part of the Research and Innovation Department at Hywel Dda University Health Board. The division is dedicated to identifying new, unmet clinical needs and translating them into innovative medical technologies that benefit patients, staff, and the wider health economy. The post holder will be a key member of the team and will be based within newly established, dedicated facilities. They will be expected to work independently, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills across a wide range of highly complex, innovative medical devices and software platforms. The role will involve completing a diverse range of tasks to a high standard in support of the department's research and innovation agenda. This reflects the team's commitment to quality and its overarching mission. The Research & Innovation Assistant will also contribute as part of a wider team to deliver various evaluations and clinical investigations related to the development of new technologies, devices, and general innovation initiatives., The Research and Innovation Assistant will support clinical studies by recruiting and consenting patients, conducting interviews, collecting and analysing data, and coordinating trial activities. They will also manage communications with study sites, maintain records, and handle various administrative tasks such as organising meetings and taking minutes. This is a health board-wide role that involves representing Hywel Dda University Health Board in partnerships with academic institutions, pharmaceutical companies, industry partners, and the third sector to promote innovation. Success in this role will be measured by the volume of research activity, improvements in patient outcomes, and the income generated to support the continued development of the Tritech and Innovation division.

Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties. We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services. We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers. Our services are provided in:

• Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest
• Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings
• 47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 97 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers
• Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services