Job summary
Do you want to further your career in clinical research as part of a team at the forefront of discovery of ground-breaking therapies for childhood and rare diseases?
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Research Coordinator to join the Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) research team at Great Ormond Street Hospital Foundation Trust.
The BMT Unit has the largest paediatric Stem Cell Transplant (SCT) programme in Europe, providing a comprehensive SCT service including autologous and allogeneic procedures for patients treated within a range of clinical specialities. The unit carries out approximately 100 transplant episodes per year, pioneered reduced intensity conditioning for children with genetic disorders and is at the forefront in developing national and international transplant protocols as well as novel indications for transplant. Additionally, the unit has a world-class programme of translational research focused on 3 main areas: reducing the intensity of the conditioning regimes used before BMT, cell therapy to improve immunity after BMT, cell therapy to treat post transplant complications such as viral illness, and gene therapy including pioneering CAR-T cell therapy for leukaemia. This includes a mixture of investigator-led non-commercial studies and commercial trials.
Based in central London, GOSH offers flexible working, help with childcare and travel, excellent training and development opportunities and assistance with finding somewhere to live.
We encourage applications from all sections of the community.
Main duties of the job
Working collaboratively with the clinical speciality team, you will lead on the co-ordination and planning of research and be responsible for the day to day management of a portfolio of complex studies within the Bone Marrow Transplant service. You will also be responsible for ensuring adherence to research legislation, working with the Research and Development Office to ensure timely submission of all relevant regulatory documentation.
In this varied and challenging post, you will be responsible for driving forward the timely set-up, commercial costing and tracking of studies in the pipeline, ensuring robust data reporting for active studies.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated individual with excellent communication skills and previous experience in the set-up and delivery of research. You will lead and manage a team of research coordinators and research administrators, providing support to ensure the successful progress of clinical research throughout the study lifecycle.
About us
GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.
We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.
We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.
We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.
We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.
Person Specification
Combined Values
Essential
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- Educated to degree level or equivalent (eg, medical, biomedical, administration / management)
- Postgraduate degree (or equivalent experience
- GCP
Desirable
- Evidence of on-going continuing professional development
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Experience of working in a clinical trial environment in either a pharmaceutical company, NHS Trust or a university.
- Either practical experience of monitoring clinical trial activity or practical experience of the research process or direct involvement in the management / administration of clinical trials
- Experience of multidisciplinary working, both internally and externally.
- Good knowledge and understanding of the UK/EU legislation for management of clinical research including the Research Governance Framework
- Understanding of the NHS R&D and NIHR structure and functions
Desirable
- Experience of staff management and development, clinical supervision and mentoring
- Experience in the costing process of commercial clinical research
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with patients and staff at all levels
- Computer literate with good IT skills - including the upkeep of databases
- Ability to manage a portfolio of research studies with minimal supervision
- Good organisation and time management skills
- Ability to work calmly under pressure, prioritise workload and plan ahead
- Ability to coach and mentor senior academic staff including consultants
- Ability to negotiate and influence
Desirable
- Excellent managerial and leaderships skills
Person Specification
Combined Values
Essential
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- Educated to degree level or equivalent (eg, medical, biomedical, administration / management)
- Postgraduate degree (or equivalent experience
- GCP
Desirable
- Evidence of on-going continuing professional development
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Experience of working in a clinical trial environment in either a pharmaceutical company, NHS Trust or a university.
- Either practical experience of monitoring clinical trial activity or practical experience of the research process or direct involvement in the management / administration of clinical trials
- Experience of multidisciplinary working, both internally and externally.
- Good knowledge and understanding of the UK/EU legislation for management of clinical research including the Research Governance Framework
- Understanding of the NHS R&D and NIHR structure and functions
Desirable
- Experience of staff management and development, clinical supervision and mentoring
- Experience in the costing process of commercial clinical research
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with patients and staff at all levels
- Computer literate with good IT skills - including the upkeep of databases
- Ability to manage a portfolio of research studies with minimal supervision
- Good organisation and time management skills
- Ability to work calmly under pressure, prioritise workload and plan ahead
- Ability to coach and mentor senior academic staff including consultants
- Ability to negotiate and influence
Desirable
- Excellent managerial and leaderships skills
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.
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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.
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Great Ormond Street Hospital
Great Ormond Street
London
WC1N 3JH
Employer's website
https://www.gosh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
