Hywel Dda University Health Board
Research and Innovation Officer
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Research & Innovation Officer
This post is a Fixed Term/ Secondment until 01/09/2027. 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.
The Research & Innovation Officer will support the delivery of research, evaluation, and innovation projects across the Innovation and Tritech Department.
Working both independently and collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, the post holder will lead and coordinate research studies and service evaluations, collect and analyse qualitative and quantitative data, and contribute to reports, publications, funding applications, and service improvement initiatives.
The role involves monitoring project progress, ensuring compliance with research governance and regulatory standards, providing specialist research expertise and training, and supporting the translation of research findings into improvements in healthcare services and patient outcomes.
As a Research & Innovation Officer, you will support research, evaluation, and innovation projects that improve healthcare services and patient outcomes across the Health Board. Working with clinicians, academics, patients, and partner organisations, you will help plan, deliver, and evaluate projects that support evidence-based practice and service improvement.
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Key responsibilities include:
- Leading and supporting research studies, evaluations, and innovation initiatives
- Collecting and analysing qualitative and quantitative data
- Preparing reports and recommendations
- Monitoring project progress
- Communicating findings to stakeholders
You will work collaboratively with NHS teams, universities, industry, and third-sector partners, while ensuring compliance with governance and regulatory requirements.
You will also support funding applications, promote the dissemination of findings, and provide guidance to colleagues involved in research and innovation activities.
The successful candidate will have experience in research, evaluation, or project delivery, strong analytical and communication skills, knowledge of research methods and information governance, and the ability to manage competing priorities. A relevant postgraduate qualification, or equivalent experience, is desirable.
This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to meaningful improvements in healthcare and make a positive impact on patient care and service delivery.
About Hywel Dda University Health Board
Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.
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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
- Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest
Five community hospitals:
- Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire
- Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion
- Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire
Two integrated care centres:
- Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion
- And several other community settings
Additional services:
- 47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices)
- Dental practices (including four orthodontic)
- 99 community pharmacies
- 43 general ophthalmic practices
- 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers
- Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services
Contact Information
For further details / informal visits contact:
- Name: Amy Campbell
- Job title: Research Associate
- Email address: amy.campbell@wales.nhs.uk
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