University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job
The recruitment team at the University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS) are delighted to be able to offer a fantastic opportunity for a research focussed, enthusiastic individual to join our Research & Development Team as a Senior Trials Administrator
UHS offers fantastic training and development giving you the best possible opportunities to achieve the career you want. Development of our staff is central to the delivery of high quality, safe and effective care. We can offer opportunities to develop within a supportive environment, and our staff survey results reflect our commitment to facilitate your career progression.
About us
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to.
Specific to this role we are open to discussing flexibility in the hours that you work. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need, and we will explore what's possible for the role and service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Job responsibilities
Responsibilities
- To provide support for trials and research studies.- To provide administrative and data management support.- Assist and support research staff with accurate completion of trial paperwork including processing amendments and checking regulatory approvals. - Support the team in preparing documentation for monitoring visits including electronic ordering of medical records, arranging suitable meeting rooms and act as a liaison when monitors are on-site.- To manage the Investigator Site File (ISF) for allocated studies- Update the trials databases including EDGE with details of patients screened and recruited to trials/research and any other study information and documents that are required. Training will be provided where necessary.- To support local investigators with study set up. To meet with the Principal Investigator (PI) and study team to undertake study feasibility.- To assist study team to plan study visit logistics and ensure that studies have all necessary resources.- Work alongside research teams to develop working relationships with other multi-disciplinary teams and areas of the Trust involved in clinical research activity.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Responsibilities
- To provide support for trials and research studies.- To provide administrative and data management support.- Assist and support research staff with accurate completion of trial paperwork including processing amendments and checking regulatory approvals. - Support the team in preparing documentation for monitoring visits including electronic ordering of medical records, arranging suitable meeting rooms and act as a liaison when monitors are on-site.- To manage the Investigator Site File (ISF) for allocated studies- Update the trials databases including EDGE with details of patients screened and recruited to trials/research and any other study information and documents that are required. Training will be provided where necessary.- To support local investigators with study set up. To meet with the Principal Investigator (PI) and study team to undertake study feasibility.- To assist study team to plan study visit logistics and ensure that studies have all necessary resources.- Work alongside research teams to develop working relationships with other multi-disciplinary teams and areas of the Trust involved in clinical research activity.
Experience / Skills
- Relevant experience in a NHS/health-related role.- Administrative experience- Understanding of Microsoft (including Word and Excel)- Ability to work under own initiative and independently without direct supervision.- Attention to detail- Able to prioritise tasks and work to a deadline- Good organisational skills- Able to work autonomously or as part of a team- Clear verbal communication- Ability to attend training courses and meetings on and off site.- Ability to work in a large busy open plan office.
Person Specification
Qualifications / training required
* Educated to 'A' level or equivalent
* NVQ3/foundation degree in a Health-related subject, or able to demonstrate equivalent level of knowledge, skills and understanding in R&D relevant to the role.
* Evidence of continuing professional development
* IT related qualifications
Previous or relevant experience necessary
* Significant relevant experience in a NHS/health-related role.
* Experience of dealing directly with patients or members of the public.
* Evidence of Good Clinical Practice training (ICH GCP)
Aptitudes and skills required
* Experience of data management
* Knowledge of medical terminology
Values and behaviours
* Patients First
* Always Improving
* Working Together
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.
University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust
£26,530 to £29,114 a yearpa or pa pro rata
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