Senior Research Co-ordinator - Shrewsbury, United Kingdom - The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

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    Job summary

    An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Research Co-Ordinatorto support the Research Delivery Team with all aspects of research project administration and co-ordination, according to Good Clinical Practice (GCP), protocols, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Trust policies and national timelines.

    The successful applicant will have significant administration experience with strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, a wide range of administrative systems and web based software acquired through an NVQ level 3 or equivalent qualification and/or experience.

    Main duties of the job

    The post holder will assist with the administration and co-ordination of research projects from feasibility to archiving including (but not limited to):

  • Line manage Research/Data Co-ordinator (s) and Administration Assistant(s)
  • Assist with the efficient and timely set up of research projects.
  • Manage own workload for daily trial activity including case report form completion and amendment processing to meet internal and external deadlines.
  • Assist with preparation for audit, monitoring, and inspections within assigned teams.
  • Assist with closedown and archiving of research projects.
  • Assist with quality assurance of all trial related documentation in accordance with relevant legislation and guidelines.
  • General research project related communication in accordance with the Data Protection Act.
  • Wider promotional activities including intranet, internet, social media, and events.
  • The post holder will work within the guidelines of GCP at all times.

    About us

    As an organisation we strive to provide high quality, safe care for our patients in an environment which our staff are proud to work in. We believe that by adhering to our Vision ("To provide excellent care for the communities we serve") and working with our Trust Values in mind (Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, Trusted) we can achieve the right results for the people that matter most - our patients and their families.

    The Research and Innovation (R&I) department are responsible for overseeing all research that takes place at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital Trust. We have dedicated teams who provide support, advice and guidance during the research process, from conception to R&I department is made up of professionals from a variety of disciplines including: Quality Assurance, Project Management and Data Management; Governance; Radiography; Nursing; Midwifery and Paediatrics.

    Job description

    Job responsibilities

    For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

    Person Specification

    Education & Qualifications

    Essential

  • Educated to degree level or equivalent experience
  • Knowledge of Microsoft office, wide range of administrative systems and web-based software acquired through NVQ level 3 or equivalent qualification/experience plus relevant practical experience
  • Experience

    Essential

  • Significant administrative experience
  • Experience of managing junior staff
  • Experience of supporting the business management process.
  • Desirable

  • Experience of working in research administration
  • Experience of NHS R&D approval processes.
  • Clinical research experience.
  • Work in a health care environment
  • Knowledge

    Essential

  • Good understanding and knowledge of GCP guidelines
  • Desirable

  • A good understanding of the UK Policy Framework for Health and Social Care
  • Knowledge of medical terminology.
  • Knowledge of the legislation related to research
  • Knowledge of the research approval process.