Patient Involvement and Inclusion Lead
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
London, England, United Kingdom · Full Time
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Role Overview
The Patient Involvement and Inclusion Lead will play a crucial role in shaping, executing, and overseeing the Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement (PPIE) alongside the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) strategies within the Clinical Research Facility (CRF) for the years 2026 to 2029.
Key Duties
- Serve as the main liaison for researchers and CRF staff wishing to incorporate public participation in their projects, addressing inquiries and consulting with them to understand involvement needs.
- Offer expert guidance on PPIE matters and organize meetings connecting researchers with public participants.
- Direct researchers and staff to relevant training, resources, and support to ensure they possess the necessary capabilities and confidence to engage PPIE members throughout the research lifecycle.
- Coordinate and manage the CRF PPIE group by responding to both new and current member questions, planning training sessions and quarterly online meetings, and facilitating interaction among researchers, CRF staff, and public contributors.
- Maintain consistent communication with the PPIE group through biannual newsletters, frequent emails, phone calls, and face-to-face meetings as needed.
- Enhance the visibility of the CRF, PPIE group, and new member recruitment by collaborating with the Trust Communications Team for high-quality promotional content and engaging with the Trust EDI Team to connect with underrepresented communities.
Organizational Context
The Trust operates a broad range of regional and specialized services across five locations, driven by the “Strong Roots, Global Reach” strategy which embraces bold leadership, excellence in care, innovative research, education, and inclusion. The Trust prioritizes person-centered and digitally-enabled approaches with sustainable goals to elevate Team King's efforts.
Sustainability Commitment
The Trust is dedicated to Sustainable Healthcare through its Green Plan, targeting net zero carbon emissions by 2040 and 2045 in line with national NHS Greener ambitions. All employees are encouraged to minimize their environmental footprint in daily operations.
Contact Information
For more information or informal conversations about the role, reach out to:
Elka Giemza, CRF Manager
Email: rgiemza@nhs.net
Phone: 020 3299 1851