Job summary The post holder will assist the BRC in the management of a portfolio of clinical studies and support the clinical trials team. As part of their overall job duties, the successful applicant will work with the BRC's Clinical Trials team to: enable Chief or Principal Investigators to complete submissions for regulatory approval for BRC studies; and that the studies run in accordance with all applicable regulatory requirements. The post holder will also be responsible for the production of study promotional/administrative material, answering of queries and resolving any technical or administrative barriers to participation. Other key responsibilities will include supporting the BRC Manager with BRC operational projects and processes to ensure the sustainability and growth of the BRC. Main duties of the job Coordinate multiple, large and small scale projects. Keep up-to-date with the national clinical research environment to remain at the forefront of changes to legislation. Participate in and facilitate teleconferences and face-to-face meetings as appropriate to discuss trial progress with the Investigators/Collaborators/CTMs/Trial Steering Committees and Data Safety Monitoring Committees. Present trial information to clinicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals, at site visits and collaborator meetings, as required. Advise centres on trial related matters including data queries, supplies management and essential documentation. Contribute to the ongoing development of the NIHR BRC; working toward delivery of BRC objectives. Contribute to the NIHR annual BRC activity report; providing quarterly metric updates to the Executive and Operational groups This vacancy is advertised on a fixed term contract basis for a period of 12 months due to the post being externally funded. The fixed term contract status of the post holder will be reviewed in accordance with the Trust's legal obligations regarding fixed term contracts taking into consideration the ongoing source of the external funding and the requirement for the post to be maintained Please also note any secondment must first be agreed with your current line manager. About us You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all of its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its staff. This includes commitments to professional development but also many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives. Date posted 03 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year pa/pro rata for part time staff Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 190-8819-DIR Job locations Royal Hallamshire Hospital, NIHR Biomedical Research Centre Glossop Road Sheffield S10 2JF Job description Job responsibilities Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post. When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria Job description Job responsibilities Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post. When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria Person Specification Qualifications Essential Educated to degree level in Health/ Biomedical Sciences/ Neuroscience related subject or equivalent experience in a clinical research environment. Project Management qualification or demonstrable equivalent experience. Desirable Current GCP accreditation MSc in Health related/ Biomedical Science/ Neuroscience related subject Experience Essential Extensive experience of clinical research in the NHS, Academic or commercial environment Experience of project design, management and evaluation. Experience of the submission and approval process for set up of clinical trials. Extensive experience managing clinical research performance metrics. Experience of co-ordinating multiple projects at any one time. Experience of working collaboratively with internal and external partners. Experience of working in a fast paced, adaptable environment. Skills and Knowledge Essential Knowledge of research processes and research methods applicable to health setting Knowledge of Department of Health& Social Care/NIHR research strategy Knowledge of research legislation including research governance, ICH GCP, Medicines for Human use (Clinical Trials) Regulations, Data Protection, Human Tissue Act, Mental Capacity Act. Knowledge of the national research agenda for NIHR Biomedical Research Centres Ability to maintain timely, highly complex and accurate information sources and databases. Excellent organisational skills and an ability to prioritise an unpredictable workload with frequent disruption Understanding and commitment to the need for confidentiality. Knowledge of research funding sources, especially NIHR. Special Skills/Aptitudes Essential Ability to manage a diverse workload and to meet set deadlines on own initiative and without close supervision. Ability to work independently, without supervision and to self-motivate. Ability to produce high quality performance reports for various stakeholders. Demonstrable self-awareness, an understanding of impact on others and an ability to manage self and maintain professional conduct in difficult and challenging situations. Extensive experience of PC applications such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Microsoft Project Manager and Access, using skills at an advanced level of expertise. Excellent attention to detail, whilst maintaining the ability to see the bigger picture. Proactive in fulfilling needs of researchers. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Educated to degree level in Health/ Biomedical Sciences/ Neuroscience related subject or equivalent experience in a clinical research environment. Project Management qualification or demonstrable equivalent experience. Desirable Current GCP accreditation MSc in Health related/ Biomedical Science/ Neuroscience related subject Experience Essential Extensive experience of clinical research in the NHS, Academic or commercial environment Experience of project design, management and evaluation. Experience of the submission and approval process for set up of clinical trials. Extensive experience managing clinical research performance metrics. Experience of co-ordinating multiple projects at any one time. Experience of working collaboratively with internal and external partners. Experience of working in a fast paced, adaptable environment. Skills and Knowledge Essential Knowledge of research processes and research methods applicable to health setting Knowledge of Department of Health& Social Care/NIHR research strategy Knowledge of research legislation including research governance, ICH GCP, Medicines for Human use (Clinical Trials) Regulations, Data Protection, Human Tissue Act, Mental Capacity Act. Knowledge of the national research agenda for NIHR Biomedical Research Centres Ability to maintain timely, highly complex and accurate information sources and databases. Excellent organisational skills and an ability to prioritise an unpredictable workload with frequent disruption Understanding and commitment to the need for confidentiality. Knowledge of research funding sources, especially NIHR. Special Skills/Aptitudes Essential Ability to manage a diverse workload and to meet set deadlines on own initiative and without close supervision. Ability to work independently, without supervision and to self-motivate. Ability to produce high quality performance reports for various stakeholders. Demonstrable self-awareness, an understanding of impact on others and an ability to manage self and maintain professional conduct in difficult and challenging situations. Extensive experience of PC applications such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Microsoft Project Manager and Access, using skills at an advanced level of expertise. Excellent attention to detail, whilst maintaining the ability to see the bigger picture. Proactive in fulfilling needs of researchers. 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Royal Hallamshire Hospital, NIHR Biomedical Research Centre Glossop Road Sheffield S10 2JF Employer's website https://www.sth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)