Job summary
To provide comprehensive, high quality and efficient administrative support for the research governance activities undertaken by Greater Manchester Commercial Research Delivery Centre (GM CRDC); in particular to provide the necessary administrative support for the set-up of commercial studies. To support the CRDC with all aspects of administration in relation to their research activities. To work efficientlyand to a high quality according to Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Work Instructions and Trust policies.
Main duties of the job
Main duties of the role include:
- Research Study Administration
- Research Governance
- Study Set-up
- Study Conduct
- Study Delivery and Targets
- Clinical Study Financial and Resource Administration
- Communication with study delivery teams, clinicians, sponsors and senior managers
About us
MFT is one of the largest NHS Trusts in England with a turnover of £2.8bn & is on a different scale than most other NHS Trusts. We're creating an exceptional integrated health & social care system for the 1 million patients who rely on our services every year.
Bringing together 10 hospitals & community services from across Manchester, Trafford & beyond, we champion collaborative working & transformation, encouraging our 30,000 workforce to pursue their most ambitious goals. We set standards that other Trusts seek to emulate so you'll benefit from a scale of opportunity that is nothing short of extraordinary.
We've also created a digitally enabled organisation to improve clinical quality, patient & staff experience, operational effectiveness & driving research, and innovation through the introduction of Hive; our Electronic Patient Record system which launched in September 2022.
We're proud to be a major academic Research Centre & Education provider, providing you with a robust infrastructure to encourage and facilitate high-quality research programmes. What's more, we're excited to be embarking on our Green Plan which sets out how MFT continues to play its part in making healthcare more sustainable.
At MFT, we create and foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, provide equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open, and transparent, protecting your health and wellbeing and shaping the future of our organisation together.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating, and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at resourcing@mft.nhs.uk.
Were looking forward to hearing from you!
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating, and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at resourcing@mft.nhs.uk.
Were looking forward to hearing from you!
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- GCSE/O level Maths and English or equivalent minimum NVQ3 plus relevant practical experience
Desirable
- Degree in a science or health related discipline in another field with experience in clinical trials
- ECDL
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Access, Powerpoint and other packages
- Use of email and internet
- Extensive experience of databases and spreadsheets, including inputting, analysis and report writing
- Experience of office administration
Desirable
- An understanding of the research processes in the NHS including research governance and regulations relating to research practice.
- Previous work in the NHS
Skills and aptitudes
Essential
- Advanced keyboard skills/touch typing
- Good organisational abilities, with a methodical approach and the ability to pay attention to detail
- Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
- Ability to work as part of a team, and experience of interdisciplinary working
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Use of initiative and ability to work unsupervised
- Professional and courteous manner
Desirable
- Tenacity and a proactive approach to work
- Project management skills
Attitude
Essential
- Able to work independently and flexibly
- Supportive
- Enthusiastic
- Positive
- Approachable
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- GCSE/O level Maths and English or equivalent minimum NVQ3 plus relevant practical experience
Desirable
- Degree in a science or health related discipline in another field with experience in clinical trials
- ECDL
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Access, Powerpoint and other packages
- Use of email and internet
- Extensive experience of databases and spreadsheets, including inputting, analysis and report writing
- Experience of office administration
Desirable
- An understanding of the research processes in the NHS including research governance and regulations relating to research practice.
- Previous work in the NHS
Skills and aptitudes
Essential
- Advanced keyboard skills/touch typing
- Good organisational abilities, with a methodical approach and the ability to pay attention to detail
- Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
- Ability to work as part of a team, and experience of interdisciplinary working
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Use of initiative and ability to work unsupervised
- Professional and courteous manner
Desirable
- Tenacity and a proactive approach to work
- Project management skills
Attitude
Essential
- Able to work independently and flexibly
- Supportive
- Enthusiastic
- Positive
- Approachable
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.
