Research Communications and PPIE Specialist
At a glance
- Band
- Band 5
- Contract
- Permanent
- Pattern
- Full-time
- Posted
- 28/08/2026
- Closes
- 15/09/2026
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Role summary
The Research & Development Team is seeking a dedicated individual to manage external and internal research engagement communications, focusing on Patient and Public Involvement & Engagement (PPIE) activities. This role involves working with clinicians, researchers, and the public to facilitate and increase PPIE throughout the community. The specialist will promote and protect the reputation of the Commercial Research Delivery Centre (CRDC) and ensure effective communication across various locations and audiences.
Essential criteria
- Relevant degree or professional qualification in communications/public relations/journalism or equivalent experience
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Competent computer skills
- Experience of working in the specialist field of Communications / Public Relations and working with members of the public
- Experience of engaging the public in events and activities
Desirable criteria
- Previous NHS experience
- Experience in designing and producing documents
- Experience of working on websites/intranet sites
- Experience of working on PPIE or engagement events
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Excellent telephone manner
- Ability to work with minimal supervision
- Ability to complete tasks, within given timescales
- Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues of all levels, internal and external, and members of the public
- Sound working knowledge and understand of social media
- Good organisational skills to ensure tasks and responsibilities are carried out efficiently, and to agreed deadlines
- Able to maintain a clear focus under pressure
- Relevant degree or professional qualification in communications/public relations/journalism or equivalent experience
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Competent computer skills
- Experience of working in the specialist field of Communications / Public Relations and working with members of the public
- Experience of engaging the public in events and activities
- Previous NHS experience
- Experience in designing and producing documents
- Experience of working on websites/intranet sites
- Experience of working on PPIE or engagement events
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Excellent telephone manner
- Ability to work with minimal supervision
- Ability to complete tasks, within given timescales
- Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues of all levels, internal and external, and members of the public
- Sound working knowledge and understand of social media
- Good organisational skills to ensure tasks and responsibilities are carried out efficiently, and to agreed deadlines
- Able to maintain a clear focus under pressure
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 5 at £29,970 – £36,483 a year, across England.
This advert: £32,073 – £39,043 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
Posted 10d ago · Closes in 9d
Plenty of time to prepare a strong application.
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Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust
Research Communications and PPIE Specialist
The closing date is 15 September 2026
Job summary
This role is open to all applicants. However, in line with Cornwall First recruitment principles, initial shortlisting will prioritise applicants from Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust, Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, and the Integrated Care Board for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
The Research & Development Team are looking for a dedicated individual to manage external and internal research engagement communications for the Commercial Research Delivery Centre in relation to the patient and public involvement & engagement (PPIE) activities and work with our clinicians, researchers and members of the public to facilitate and increase PPIE throughout the community. The role will include promoting and protecting the reputation of the CRDC and to facilitate the delivery of effective communication with colleagues working across our locations. The role would involve working with a wide range of audiences and uses different communication channels to keep messages relevant, appealing and informative.
To watch our recruitment video, click here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mON0HyI9Fek
Main duties of the job
To provide an excellent research engagement service by carrying out and leading on a range of communications activities
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