Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Research Data Administrator

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Job summary

To be responsible for the entry of all allocated trial related electronic data capture systems in compliance with the trial protocol.

To be responsible for the input of clinical and other data necessary for clinical trial purposes Checking all data is accurately populated, ensuring all empty data fields are completed to ensure data quality, completeness, validity, consistency, timeliness and accuracy to ensure the data is appropriate for its specific use within the study

Maintain and update Databases used for all aspects of the patient pathway experience within Portfolio clinical research studies. This includes Microsoft Excel, and on line web databases.

Maintain spread sheets/database on patient recruitment.

Responsible for the inputting data into EDGE 'Intelligent Research Management system' Extract data from information systems and prepare summaries to support regular clinical audit, update reports as requested.

Responsible for forwarding completed data and data queries to trials unit (or sponsor). Maintenance of robust systems to track and monitor patient and financial progress through clinical trials.

Main duties of the job

Maintain and update Databases used for all aspects of the patient pathway experience within Portfolio clinical research studies. This includes Microsoft Excel, and on line web databases.

Maintain spread sheets/database on patient recruitment.

Responsible for the inputting data into EDGE 'Intelligent Research Management system' Extract data from information systems and prepare summaries to support regular clinical audit, update reports as requested.

Responsible for forwarding completed data and data queries to trials unit (or sponsor). Maintenance of robust systems to track and monitor patient and financial progress through clinical trials.

To be responsible for the electronic Case Report Forms (CRFs) in line with the agreed timelines within the Clinical Trial Agreement (CTA) for sponsors.

To be responsible for liaising with Clinical Trials Units (Sponsor) regarding data queries and for checking/resolving data queries.

To be responsible for liaising with research nurses and commercial trial sponsors to ensure complex data issues are resolved.

To have a basic understanding of the activities associated with each trial that is allocated to the post holder eg financial processes & implications of data entry delay or inaccuracy.

To utilise the Trust's IT systems eg: Mosaiq; Maxims; Order Comms; EPRO, etc in order to access relevant information for trial data collection purposes.

Uploading of digital images required by sponsors.

About us

As an organisation, the NHS offers a wide range of benefits including flexible working, fantastic pension contributions, market leading annual leave allowance, career progression and regular conversations, not to mention our Blue Light Card and NHS exclusive discounts.The benefits of working in Somerset include the idyllic countryside, with our areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines. You will get to enjoy these perks whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London.There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable. You will to experience the best of both in Somerset, the countryside and the cosmopolitan -- there is truly something for everyone!

Details

Date posted

02 September 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£22,816 to £24,336 an hour Monday to Friday office hours

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

184-OL-BL-817

Job locations

Musgrove Park Hospital

Musgrove Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5DA


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description & Person Specification for further details of duties and responsibilities.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description & Person Specification for further details of duties and responsibilities.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Good standard of education: English, Mathematics and a science GCSE (or equivalent)
  • Educated to A-level or Level 3 Advanced Diploma
  • Computer qualification (eg. European Computer Driving License, MOST) or ability to demonstrate a high standard of proficiency in MS Office and electronic file management

Desirable

  • Degree or working towards
  • NVQ level 3 (or equivalent experience) in business and administration

Experience

Essential

  • Data management -- writing and running reports
  • Experience of working in the NHS or similar organisation/setting
  • Experience of dealing with patients or the public

Desirable

  • Experience in clinical data collection or audit
  • Experience working with medical record
  • Dealing with personal confidential and or sensitive information

Additional Criteria

Essential

  • Microsoft Office, in particular Microsoft Word, Excel
  • and Access'
  • Evidence of a good standard of literacy/English language skills
  • Advanced keyboard skills
  • Able to work calmly and effectively under pressure
  • Able to communicate effectively, confidently and tactfully (including telephone manner) with staff and patients or their relatives/carers.
  • Able to use initiative within the scope of the job, whilst recognising and working within professional boundaries
  • Excellent planning and organisational skills
  • Able to manage own time, prioritising workload appropriately
  • Able to work as part of a team
  • Accuracy and attention to detail

Desirable

  • Research Governance
  • Medical terminology
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Good standard of education: English, Mathematics and a science GCSE (or equivalent)
  • Educated to A-level or Level 3 Advanced Diploma
  • Computer qualification (eg. European Computer Driving License, MOST) or ability to demonstrate a high standard of proficiency in MS Office and electronic file management

Desirable

  • Degree or working towards
  • NVQ level 3 (or equivalent experience) in business and administration

Experience

Essential

  • Data management -- writing and running reports
  • Experience of working in the NHS or similar organisation/setting
  • Experience of dealing with patients or the public

Desirable

  • Experience in clinical data collection or audit
  • Experience working with medical record
  • Dealing with personal confidential and or sensitive information

Additional Criteria

Essential

  • Microsoft Office, in particular Microsoft Word, Excel
  • and Access'
  • Evidence of a good standard of literacy/English language skills
  • Advanced keyboard skills
  • Able to work calmly and effectively under pressure
  • Able to communicate effectively, confidently and tactfully (including telephone manner) with staff and patients or their relatives/carers.
  • Able to use initiative within the scope of the job, whilst recognising and working within professional boundaries
  • Excellent planning and organisational skills
  • Able to manage own time, prioritising workload appropriately
  • Able to work as part of a team
  • Accuracy and attention to detail

Desirable

  • Research Governance
  • Medical terminology

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

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Musgrove Park Hospital

Musgrove Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5DA


Employer's website

https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Musgrove Park Hospital

Musgrove Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5DA


Employer's website

https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Research Team Lead

Dee Lewis

dee.lewis@somersetft.nhs.uk

01823343634

Details

Date posted

02 September 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£22,816 to £24,336 an hour Monday to Friday office hours

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

184-OL-BL-817

Job locations

Musgrove Park Hospital

Musgrove Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5DA


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