Job summary
An opportunity has arisen at The Royal Marsden to work within the Renal, Skin and Melanoma Research Unit as a Clinical Trial Administrator.
This is a pivotal role and you will be part of a team of qualified and skilled medical and nursing staff, taking part in an exciting range of clinical research studies.
Ideally with previous clinical research experience and NHS experience, you will work within the guidelines and policies for the conduct of clinical trials, ensuring high standards of practice in accordance with the principles of GCP.
The post is based across our London and Sutton location, the successful applicant should have a flexible approach to their duties and the ability to work both as part of the team as well as independently. In addition you will have excellent communication, administrative and IT skills and be supportive and open to new initiatives.
Main duties of the job
- To support the clinical research teams with study administration, as required, to ensure the efficient and successful delivery of clinical trials and other studies according to Good Clinical Practise (GCP), standard operating procedures (SOPs), Trust policies and all applicable regulations and governance.
- To ensure timely and accurate entry of data and relevant information into appropriate database systems for trials across both our research locations (Chelsea and Sutton).
- To assist the Research Nurses with the prompt resolution of data queries.
- To provide support to the clinical research team in the daily trials activity and assist in workload management.
About us
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.
At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.
At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information please refer to job description and personalspecifications:
- Liaise with external agencies (e.g. Sponsor organisations, R&D Departments and Local Ethics Committees etc.) on behalf of Research Nurses and/or the Senior Trial Coordinator where required.
- Act as a point of contact for trial sponsors and to communicate directly with them regarding data queries, monitoring visits and other enquiries relevant to the trial and research team.
- Communicate with colleagues for appointments, admissions and meetings verbally and in written format.
- Communicate with staff at all levels, both internal and external relating to trial activities, regarding information which may be confidential and sensitive in nature.
- Liaise with diagnostic departments within the hospital about all queries relating to tests/scans.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information please refer to job description and personalspecifications:
- Liaise with external agencies (e.g. Sponsor organisations, R&D Departments and Local Ethics Committees etc.) on behalf of Research Nurses and/or the Senior Trial Coordinator where required.
- Act as a point of contact for trial sponsors and to communicate directly with them regarding data queries, monitoring visits and other enquiries relevant to the trial and research team.
- Communicate with colleagues for appointments, admissions and meetings verbally and in written format.
- Communicate with staff at all levels, both internal and external relating to trial activities, regarding information which may be confidential and sensitive in nature.
- Liaise with diagnostic departments within the hospital about all queries relating to tests/scans.
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Educated to at least GCSE/A level
- Good understanding of medical terminology
Desirable
- Knowledge of ICH/GCP guidelines
Experience
Essential
- Experience in working with databases
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in the NHS or for an oncology trials unit
Skills
Essential
- Knowledge & experience of MS Office applications or equivalents
- Clear, legible handwriting
- Attention to detail
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Educated to at least GCSE/A level
- Good understanding of medical terminology
Desirable
- Knowledge of ICH/GCP guidelines
Experience
Essential
- Experience in working with databases
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in the NHS or for an oncology trials unit
Skills
Essential
- Knowledge & experience of MS Office applications or equivalents
- Clear, legible handwriting
- Attention to detail
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).
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).
