Job summary This is an exciting opportunity to join the Neurology Research Team as a Clinical Trials Administrator at Salford Royal Hospital. This post is a 12-month secondment / fixed-term contract. The main purpose of the role is to assist the clinical research team with all aspects of administration related to clinical trials according to Good Clinical Practice (GCP), standard operating procedures (SOPs) and trust policies. The post holder will provide support to the Clinical Research Nurses, Practitioners & Assistants in daily research activity, patient communication and assist in workload management. We are looking for an organised, detail-oriented individual with a passion for administration and teamwork. The post is based at Salford but travel across the NCA region maybe required to support the delivery of the trials. Main duties of the job Develop an expertise in research skills, including set up and develop and understanding for research delivery, whether these are academic or commercial. Ensure GCP adherence compliance at all times and be able to follow complex protocols and SOP's (Trust or Sponsor). Be meticulous in record keeping, records must be complete have attention to detail. Good planning and organisational skills is crucial. The post holder must be able to have excellent team working skills and be able to plan their own workload too. Provide research teams, research networks/themes, and R&I Management team with up to date information about recruitment status of study. Ensure information is available and accessible. Ensure that the accrual figures for studies and referred patients are collated and sent to the trial co-ordinating centre, and R&I Management team for all studies according to agreed timescales. Typing and formatting letters and reports where appropriate; meeting timescales. To take minutes of meetings, type and distribute to all members of staff and to follow up actions as required. Word processing, which may include letter, memos, notes, record cards, messages, and email communication. Collate, provide, receive, and appropriately store sensitive and confidential information. Maintain administration systems set up in team offices to ensure an organised and effective working environment. Responsible for assisting with the booking of team training and maintaining local training records. About us The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives. As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we're always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire - to join our team. In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance. Date posted 19 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £24,071 to £25,674 a year per annum Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 236-NCA-AC072-25 Job locations Salford Royal Hospital Stott Lane Salford M6 8HD Job description Job responsibilities To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk Job description Job responsibilities To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk Person Specification Qualifications Essential Knowledge and Relevant experience equivalent to NVQ Level 3 ECDL or Equivalent Desirable First level degree Knowledge, Training, Experience, Skills and Abilities Essential IT literate, including ability to demonstrate Microsoft Office and internet skills, with an aptitude for developing IT systems to record and retrieve clinical trials data Effective communication and interpersonal skills Ability to manage and prioritise own workload with minimal supervision and to strict timescales Data entry experience with methodical approach and attention to detail Good comprehension skills Set up and manage documentation systems Ability to pick up new ideas quickly Displays sensitivity to others and respects confidentiality Understanding of data protection and Caldicott Guidelines Maintain professional development Positive, enthusiastic and committed Supportive to colleagues Confident and self-motivated Demonstrates flexibility in working hours Ability to move between sites General administration experience. Desirable Good presentation skills Experience Essential Experience of working autonomously and as part of a team. Desirable Experience of working in a clinical environment Experience of clinical administration Relevant experience of research Knowledge Desirable Knowledge of ICH-GCP Knowledge of research governance framework Knowledge of current research issues Some knowledge of the healthcare environment Person Specification Qualifications Essential Knowledge and Relevant experience equivalent to NVQ Level 3 ECDL or Equivalent Desirable First level degree Knowledge, Training, Experience, Skills and Abilities Essential IT literate, including ability to demonstrate Microsoft Office and internet skills, with an aptitude for developing IT systems to record and retrieve clinical trials data Effective communication and interpersonal skills Ability to manage and prioritise own workload with minimal supervision and to strict timescales Data entry experience with methodical approach and attention to detail Good comprehension skills Set up and manage documentation systems Ability to pick up new ideas quickly Displays sensitivity to others and respects confidentiality Understanding of data protection and Caldicott Guidelines Maintain professional development Positive, enthusiastic and committed Supportive to colleagues Confident and self-motivated Demonstrates flexibility in working hours Ability to move between sites General administration experience. Desirable Good presentation skills Experience Essential Experience of working autonomously and as part of a team. Desirable Experience of working in a clinical environment Experience of clinical administration Relevant experience of research Knowledge Desirable Knowledge of ICH-GCP Knowledge of research governance framework Knowledge of current research issues Some knowledge of the healthcare environment 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 Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust Address Salford Royal Hospital Stott Lane Salford M6 8HD Employer's website https://www.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)