Job summary
We are looking to recruit a Senior Clinical Trials Coordinator within Research and Innovation (R&I) at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) to support research across all MFT hospitals. This enthusiastic and self-motivated individual will coordinate the research portfolio for the CVTU (Cardiovascular Trials Unit) and Paediatric research teams at Oxford Road Campus, Wythenshawe Hospital and North Manchester General Hospital.
This is your opportunity to be part of an engaging team with nationally and internationally recognised investigators who work in the forefront of cutting-edge research to develop diagnostics and treatments.
We are a welcoming, friendly team with a long successful record of writing and conducting our own research and of conducting national and international studies.
We invite you to join us.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be an exceptional communicator with effective organisation skills and be confident in managing a demanding and varied workload. Excellent IT skills and the ability to work with several projects simultaneously are essential.
The post holder will act as a main point of contact for CVTU and Paediatric research teams, working closely with the Trust Research Office, clinical colleagues, and service support departments within MFT along with external pharmaceutical companies. They will ensure that comprehensive, high quality and efficient administrative processes are in place and followed for the set up and coordination of studies, ensuring full compliance with internal Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and the regulatory framework in order to support the successful delivery of the research portfolio for this speciality.
They should be educated to degree level in a health-related discipline or have demonstrable experience in the conduct and management of research and clinical trials.
Line management experience would be desirable.
The post holder will be required to work cross site across our research campuses.
About us
Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe - a great place to shape your career.With a workforce of over 30,000 colleagues, we work together to deliver exceptional care to more than 1 million people every year.Behind every patient cared for are people like you - keeping services running smoothly, supporting clinical teams, and helping create safe, welcoming environments for patients and our people alike.At MFT, we believe in the power of teamwork, respect, and inclusion. Our People Plan reflects our commitment to making MFT a place where everyone feels they belong, where your ideas are heard, and your contribution is truly valued. Join us and work smarter with our digital technology and thrive in a collaborative culture that empowers you to deliver your best to ensure that your work behind the scenes creates seamless, high-quality care and exceptional patient outcomes. Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow, we offer clear pathways for development and a culture that supports your wellbeing, ambition, and success. Everything you do makes a real difference to the lives of others.At MFT, your role matters, your impact is real, and you're part of something bigger from day one.
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
Education
Essential
- Degree in a science or health-related discipline, or a degree in another field with experience in clinical trials, or relevant experience
- A thorough understanding of the clinical trial process.
Desirable
- MSc or an equivalent qualification in clinical trials or a health-related discipline.
- Evidence of structured managerial training and continuing professional development, a managerial qualification or proven experience.
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Experience in Clinical Trials Management, including set up, 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.
- 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.
Attitude
Essential
- Able to work independently and flexibly
- Supportive
- Enthusiastic
- Positive
- Approachable
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Degree in a science or health-related discipline, or a degree in another field with experience in clinical trials, or relevant experience
- A thorough understanding of the clinical trial process.
Desirable
- MSc or an equivalent qualification in clinical trials or a health-related discipline.
- Evidence of structured managerial training and continuing professional development, a managerial qualification or proven experience.
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Experience in Clinical Trials Management, including set up, 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.
- 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.
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.
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).
