Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
A 12 month secondment or fixed term opportunity has arisen for a Research Coordinator in the Research and Development Department based in the Horizon Centre at Torbay Hospital.
You will work to support the safe conduct of research in accordance with the Research Governance Framework and Good Clinical Practice guidelines and support research in a variety of clinical specialties and departments.
Main duties of the job
* Assist the Clinical Research and Central R&D teams in co-ordinating a portfolio of studies both within the Trust and across the wider area, working closely with the Lead Research Nurse.
* Co-ordinate all research submissions and amendments and other required approvals, as per Good Clinical Research Practice guidelines (GCP) and in accordance with Research Governance and other regulatory requirements.
* Take a proactive role in the Local Research Network as appropriate and liaise with the Research Network manager/ Lead Nurse and colleagues throughout the network to work towards network aims and objectives and contribute information as appropriate.
* Ensure that both electronic and paper site files for studies are maintained according to regulatory requirements and data is provided promptly to Sponsors and other relevant research staff.
* Undertake accurate data entry using computerised and/or paper-based systems, including support of screening registers where appropriate.
* Keep electronic filing and data systems up to date with accurate information on studies.
* Liaise with various UK organisations in prompt collection of appropriate documentation for research and development and other approvals.
About us
The Research and Development Department works to support the safe conduct of research in accordance with the Research Governance Framework and Good Clinical Practice guidelines.
We work across the organisation, supporting research in a variety of clinical specialties and departments.
We provide expertise from setting up studies to support, facilitate and provide guidance on the administration of the compliance and other related aspects of the clinical study.
Job responsibilities
* Coordinate (under supervision of research practitioners) protocol generated assessments, questionnaires and diaries and provide information on trials to medical personnel/multi-disciplinary team.
* Assist the research team in maintaining computer systems for managing the local Network portfolio of studies and providing annual reports.
* Be responsible for complex data collection on a specific portfolio of studies as per Good Clinical Research Practice guidelines (GCP).
* Able to receive, handle, analyse and resolve data queries promptly. Direct unresolved queries to appropriate team member.
* Be able to prioritise workload when frequently interrupted.
* Assist teams in preparation of accurate trial reports and presentations.
* Be able to respond to patients/carers telephone calls (who may at times be distressed) tactfully and empathetically.
* Respond quickly and appropriately to all enquiries and queries, directing to most appropriate team member.
Person Specification
* Good standard of general education to include GCSE Maths and English (A-C / 4-9) or equivalent.
* Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills.
* Knowledge and experience of using Microsoft Office packages, including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
* Demonstrate the ability to use a range of communication methods to deal effectively with internal and external personnel when providing or receiving sensitive information.
* Ability to work on own initiative.
* Recent and relevant administration experience.
* Knowledge of administrative procedures, including specialised IT systems and project management, training knowledge, acquired through formal training or experience to diploma level equivalent.
* Ability to adapt to changing working practices.
* Accuracy and attention to detail.
* Reliability and flexibility.
* Ability to plan, prioritise and manage deadlines autonomously.
* Diploma level education or equivalent experience.
* A knowledge of Good Clinical Practice and research governance.
* An understanding of the clinical research process including ethical submissions.
* Experience of working to Good Clinical Practice (GCP) regulations.
* Medical Terminology.
* NHS Experience.
* Project or data management experience.
* Research experience.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
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