Job summary
The NIHR Greater Manchester Commercial Research Delivery Centre hosted by Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust is designed to drive positive change for our communities through patient-centred delivery of commercial research by:
1. Increasing relevant commercial research being delivered across Greater Manchester;
2. Improve accessibility to research opportunities across our vibrant communities;
3. Expand upon the skilled and diverse research delivery workforce and support an inclusive workplace.
MFT offers an exciting opportunity to appoint a Clinical Trials Manager (initial fixed term for 2 years) working in partnership with WWL.
This role will be based at the Community Clinical Research Hub, located in Ashton-in-Makerfield, to strengthen and grow the commercial clinical trials portfolio, building new partnerships across primary and secondary care in Wigan and bring more commercial research and the newest treatments to this community.
The Clinical Trials Manager will be a member of both the MFT GM-CRDC clinical trials delivery team and the WWL Research Management Team, reporting to the Head of Research at WWL on a day-to-day basis, and employed/managed by MFT.
As the CTM, you would share our passion and commitment to increase access to research and its associated benefits to Wigan residents.
Main duties of the job
The main responsibilities are to manage the further development of partnerships across health and care providers to deliver growth and performance in the commercial research portfolio alongside the Senior Research Nurse Managers (SRNs), acting as the professional lead for efficient commercial trials delivery, and achieving national Key Performance Indicators. The CTM will supervise a small number of clinical trials administrative staff and contribute to their professional development and training.
About us
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe - what better place to shape and develop your leadership career. We deliver care to over 1 million patients & users each year through our 10 hospitals and extensive community services. Our 30,000 plus strong workforce is central to our success and innovation.You will play a pivotal part in supporting our operational excellence and strategic ambitions. You'll work collaboratively with clinical and non-clinical teams, driving improvements that enhance patient experience, staff wellbeing, and service efficiency across the Trust.MFT offers a dynamic, inclusive environment where your leadership, ideas, and expertise are valued. You'll have access to professional development, digital tools and opportunities to contribute to transformational projects that shape the future of healthcare delivery.We are committed to supporting your growth and wellbeing, recognising the vital role you play in our organisation's success. Join us and help shape the future of our Trust--make a real difference to our teams, our services, and our communities, and fundamentally, our patients.
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. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your applicationHere at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application. Diversity MattersMFT 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, please contact the manager named below.
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. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your applicationHere at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application. Diversity MattersMFT 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, please contact the manager named below.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MSc or an equivalent qualification or experience in clinical trials or a health related discipline.
- Degree
- Evidence of structured managerial training and continuing professional development, a managerial qualification or proven experience.
- A thorough understanding of the clinical trial process.
Desirable
- PhD
- Management Qualification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Experience in Clinical Trials Management, including setup, financial management, data collection, audit and project management.
- Sound knowledge of all aspects of research governance and related legislation and inspection requirements (e.g. MHRA, HTA,).
- Experience of the governance and approval systems within the NHS and UK CRN for clinical studies.
- An appreciation of research methodology.
- Research project monitoring.
- Data quality management.
Desirable
- Previous NHS experience.
- Experience of managing a budget and grant management.
- Evidence of writing policies and procedures and evaluating their application in practice.
Skills
Essential
- Excellent organisational skills, with a methodical approach and the ability to pay attention to detail.
- Ability to motivate self and others.
- Ability to work as part of a team and experience of interdisciplinary working.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills including ability to present information and materials to a wide range of audiences.
- Ability to prioritise own and others workload and practice effective time management.
- Ability to work under pressure and to tight and unexpected deadlines.
- Able to demonstrate initiative and judgement in identifying key issues.
- Advanced IT skills with a good working knowledge of IT packages and databases.
Desirable
- Project management skills.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MSc or an equivalent qualification or experience in clinical trials or a health related discipline.
- Degree
- Evidence of structured managerial training and continuing professional development, a managerial qualification or proven experience.
- A thorough understanding of the clinical trial process.
Desirable
- PhD
- Management Qualification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Experience in Clinical Trials Management, including setup, financial management, data collection, audit and project management.
- Sound knowledge of all aspects of research governance and related legislation and inspection requirements (e.g. MHRA, HTA,).
- Experience of the governance and approval systems within the NHS and UK CRN for clinical studies.
- An appreciation of research methodology.
- Research project monitoring.
- Data quality management.
Desirable
- Previous NHS experience.
- Experience of managing a budget and grant management.
- Evidence of writing policies and procedures and evaluating their application in practice.
Skills
Essential
- Excellent organisational skills, with a methodical approach and the ability to pay attention to detail.
- Ability to motivate self and others.
- Ability to work as part of a team and experience of interdisciplinary working.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills including ability to present information and materials to a wide range of audiences.
- Ability to prioritise own and others workload and practice effective time management.
- Ability to work under pressure and to tight and unexpected deadlines.
- Able to demonstrate initiative and judgement in identifying key issues.
- Advanced IT skills with a good working knowledge of IT packages and databases.
Desirable
- Project management 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).
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).
