The Adam Practice

Data Manger - NIHR Dorset PC CRDC

The closing date is 11 November 2025

Job summary

This is an exciting role for a Data Manager to be part of a new network of Primary Care Clinical Research Delivery Centres (PC-CRDC) to deliver clinical trials across Dorset. Within the PC-CRDC the Dorset Primary Care Clinical Research Group (DPCCRG) are a solid collaboration consisting of 5 practices who have committed to work collaboratively & have done for the past 2 years delivering commercial clinical trials to participants across the patch. The vision of the PC-CRDC is to enable practices across Dorset, who so wish to be research active, achieve this through the ongoing support of the PC-CRDC. The Adam Practice hosts the PC-CRDC and will support R&D function including study set up & delivery. All the practices in the PC-CRDC are partners and work as spokes delivering clinical trials for patient benefit.

Main duties of the job

- Develop effective working relationships with the site Principal Investigators, Sponsor team and other study staff to ensure appropriate support is in place to conduct research safely, efficiently and effectively

- Work alongside the Project Manager to work from EDC guidelines to ensure proformas are reflective of the data collection needed

- Ensure a consistent approach to local study documentation taking account of regulations and external requirements e.g. Trial Master Files

- Co-ordinate data collection: ensure timely submission of accrual data; review data for completeness and accuracy where appropriate, liaising closely with the study management team

- Monitor trial progress to ensure compliance with and adherence to the project plan and to identify, evaluate and help rectify problems alongside the Project Manager

- Co-ordinate the design, printing and distribution of trial documentation, and ensure all paperwork is of the appropriate standard

- Provide a high standard of data entry within databases and study management systems, this includes working within a variety of web-based platforms

- Create and maintain the study Investigator Site files and oversight of site files, ensuring these are kept tidy and current by appropriate filing of documentation

- Maintain awareness of regulatory requirements

About us

The Adam Practice is a partnership located across 5 surgeries in Poole, Dorset. This is an exciting opportunity to join our growing primary care team in a forward- thinking, innovative, general practice, which has a current CQC rating ofOutstanding in Care.

Here are some of our many benefits we offer;

Access to NHS Pension Scheme and NHS discounts, 5 weeks annual leave (inclusive of bank/public holidays that fall in the holiday year). Entitlement is pro-rata for part-time employees.

Auto enrolment in NHS Pension Scheme.

Cycle to work scheme.

Details

Date posted

28 October 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£14.89 an hour

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

3 years

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

A4962-25-0036

Job locations

Blandford Road North

Poole

Dorset

BH16 5PW


Job description

Job responsibilities

The role of the Data Manager (DM) will be of one that will support all R&D functions & life cycle of clinical trials. The DM will take on responsibilities such as using electronic data capture (EDC) systems, producing proformas for data collection, completing data query resolution, be aware of timeline for data entry & query resolution. The DM will be using IT programmes such as excel/Microsoft 365, Investigator Site Files (ISFs) and e-ISFs such as Florence.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The role of the Data Manager (DM) will be of one that will support all R&D functions & life cycle of clinical trials. The DM will take on responsibilities such as using electronic data capture (EDC) systems, producing proformas for data collection, completing data query resolution, be aware of timeline for data entry & query resolution. The DM will be using IT programmes such as excel/Microsoft 365, Investigator Site Files (ISFs) and e-ISFs such as Florence.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of problem solving & the ability to work autonomously.
  • Experience of using IT programmes.
  • Experience of working to tight deadlines and managing a range of priorities.

Desirable

  • Experience in SystmOne
  • Experience in using EDC full training will be given if no experience
  • Experience in reviewing paperwork relating to research to extract information required for a specific purpose.

Qualifications

Essential

  • Educated to degree level in life sciences OR relevant experience
  • ICH-GCP training
  • A willingness to undergo personal development and training and learn new skills

Desirable

  • Experience in research management

Qualities and Attributes

Essential

  • Knowledge of research governance and regulations (ICH GCP & EU directives)
  • Excellent communication & interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to initiate, manage & sustain change.
  • Ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively, coping with deadlines.
  • Able to delegate effectively, understanding the strengths and weaknesses of team members to build effective teamwork.
  • Good attendance at work.
  • A flexible approach to work.
  • Effective time management.
  • Ability to work independently & as part of the team.
  • Ability to organise, prioritise, co-ordinate own self & work
  • Takes accountability for ones actions.
  • Shares information & good practice appropriately.
  • Treats others with courtesy & respect at all times.

Desirable

  • Working knowledge of the UK clinical trials regulations, Data Protection Act (1988), Mental Capacity Act, Human Tissue Act, ICH-GCP, Research Governance and ethical Frameworks.
  • Knowledge of clinical trials protocols & their application in practice.
  • Knowledge of clinical governance.
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of problem solving & the ability to work autonomously.
  • Experience of using IT programmes.
  • Experience of working to tight deadlines and managing a range of priorities.

Desirable

  • Experience in SystmOne
  • Experience in using EDC full training will be given if no experience
  • Experience in reviewing paperwork relating to research to extract information required for a specific purpose.

Qualifications

Essential

  • Educated to degree level in life sciences OR relevant experience
  • ICH-GCP training
  • A willingness to undergo personal development and training and learn new skills

Desirable

  • Experience in research management

Qualities and Attributes

Essential

  • Knowledge of research governance and regulations (ICH GCP & EU directives)
  • Excellent communication & interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to initiate, manage & sustain change.
  • Ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively, coping with deadlines.
  • Able to delegate effectively, understanding the strengths and weaknesses of team members to build effective teamwork.
  • Good attendance at work.
  • A flexible approach to work.
  • Effective time management.
  • Ability to work independently & as part of the team.
  • Ability to organise, prioritise, co-ordinate own self & work
  • Takes accountability for ones actions.
  • Shares information & good practice appropriately.
  • Treats others with courtesy & respect at all times.

Desirable

  • Working knowledge of the UK clinical trials regulations, Data Protection Act (1988), Mental Capacity Act, Human Tissue Act, ICH-GCP, Research Governance and ethical Frameworks.
  • Knowledge of clinical trials protocols & their application in practice.
  • Knowledge of clinical governance.

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.

Employer details

Employer name

The Adam Practice

Address

Blandford Road North

Poole

Dorset

BH16 5PW


Employer's website

https://www.adampractice.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

The Adam Practice

Address

Blandford Road North

Poole

Dorset

BH16 5PW


Employer's website

https://www.adampractice.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

tap.recruitment@dorsetgp.nhs.uk

Recruitment Team

tap.recruitment@dorsetgp.nhs.uk

01202160726

Details

Date posted

28 October 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£14.89 an hour

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

3 years

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

A4962-25-0036

Job locations

Blandford Road North

Poole

Dorset

BH16 5PW


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