CSP089: Local Imaging Champion
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1. Local Imaging Champion Role
The Local Imaging Champion (LIMC) will expedite the development and delivery of imaging research by working to improve effectiveness and efficiency across all elements of the NIHR infrastructure to increase capacity, develop new techniques and deliver studies. This will include:
providing leadership and being the point of contact for Imaging within the LCRN;
representing the LCRN on the NIHR Imaging Group, when requested;
assisting in strengthening NHS engagement with imaging companies in the small and medium-sized enterprises (SME) sector;
assisting in the delivery of regional meetings with important elements of NIHR Infrastructure and others;
working with the CRNCC, LCRN and Health Research Authority (HRA) to expedite the processes for imaging research approvals;
working with the CRNCC, LCRN and relevant agencies to develop appropriate costing templates;
contributing to the development of capacity for imaging research.
The LIMC role is not contracted and has a duration of two years in the first instance. Remuneration is at the discretion of the LCRN. If advertised as a voluntary role, there is no requirement to commit to a fixed number of hours or any length of time. However, those taking on the role should be able to accommodate champion-related activities within their professional role.
Abbreviations
CRN: Clinical Research Network
CRNCC: Clinical Research Network Coordinating Centre
HRA: Health Research Authority
LCRN: Local Clinical Research Network
NIHR: National Institute for Health and Care Research
LIMC: Local Imaging Champion
SME: Small and Medium-sized Enterprises
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Version number: 2.0
Effective from date: 1 April 2023