Job summary
An exciting opportunity is now available to join our busy and dynamic research delivery team at the Leicester Diabetes Centre based at the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust. We have two full-time vacancies for a Band 3 Research Data Clerk. The post holders will assist in the delivery of high quality research by providing support to our research delivery team with their clerical and data collection & entry requirements. The successful candidate must be able to attend the office in person.
The post will involve liaison with all grades of staff in a multi-disciplinary department therefore the ability to communicate clearly, calmly and effectively with a broad range of people is important. The successful candidate will be able to use a range of Microsoft Officeapplications, demonstrate competency in data entry and have the ability to manage their own time and work with minimal supervision. Organisational skills and the ability to work both on your own and as part of a team are essential. The post requires flexibility and the ability to work under pressure whilst maintaining accuracy and attention to detail. NHS Experience in a research environment is preferred but not essential.
Main duties of the job
Support the design and development of case report forms to ensure they align with the study protocol.
Lead on the testing of study databases and communication with the database provider about any revisions required.
Facilitate accurate data collection for clinical trials and input this data into relevant research databases in a timely manner, in line with local and national information governance guidelines.
Maintain and support the quality and control of data entered onto relevant research databases, highlighting data errors promptly and efficiently in order to maintain the quality of data entered to improve the database system.
For multi-centre studies, provide training to external sites.
Assist with the Time to Target projections for UHL hosted studies by identifying and escalating blocks with recruitment through the production of regular progress reports.
Provide appropriate and timely clerical support to the research delivery team and colleagues at the Leicester Diabetes Centre.
About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Centre forms one of the largest facilities in Europe for conducting first class clinical research in diabetes and other long term health conditions. We are dedicated to ensuring that people with diabetes and other long term health conditions live long, healthy lives.
Leicester Diabetes Centre is a partnership between the NHS, the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR), University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust, and is academically affiliated with the University of Leicester. The centre has attracted a range of prestigious National Institute of Health Research (NIHR) funded infrastructure and other funding notably from the British Heart Foundation, European Union, Medical Research Council and Diabetes UK. The centre also hosts a local NIHR Applied Research Collaboration (ARC), and NIHR BRC (Biomedical Research Centre) theme in Diet, Lifestyle and Physical Activity, and (NIHR)-funded Patient Recruitment Centre (PRC) for commercial research.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking and highly motivated individual to work within our research delivery team and assist in the delivery of high quality research at the Leicester Diabetes Centre.
Experience of ICH-Good Clinical Practice is desirable although full training will be provided.
The post offers a great opportunity for those who wish to build on their existing experience in research or someone looking to develop their career in this area. You will be part of a well-established research team which offers a friendly and supportive work environment and will have access to relevant learning and training opportunities to support your development in post.
PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Centre forms one of the largest facilities in Europe for conducting first class clinical research in diabetes and other long term health conditions. We are dedicated to ensuring that people with diabetes and other long term health conditions live long, healthy lives.
Leicester Diabetes Centre is a partnership between the NHS, the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR), University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust, and is academically affiliated with the University of Leicester. The centre has attracted a range of prestigious National Institute of Health Research (NIHR) funded infrastructure and other funding notably from the British Heart Foundation, European Union, Medical Research Council and Diabetes UK. The centre also hosts a local NIHR Applied Research Collaboration (ARC), and NIHR BRC (Biomedical Research Centre) theme in Diet, Lifestyle and Physical Activity, and (NIHR)-funded Patient Recruitment Centre (PRC) for commercial research.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking and highly motivated individual to work within our research delivery team and assist in the delivery of high quality research at the Leicester Diabetes Centre.
Experience of ICH-Good Clinical Practice is desirable although full training will be provided.
The post offers a great opportunity for those who wish to build on their existing experience in research or someone looking to develop their career in this area. You will be part of a well-established research team which offers a friendly and supportive work environment and will have access to relevant learning and training opportunities to support your development in post.
PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to GCSE Level including English and Maths grade C or equivalent
- IT qualification CLAIT /ECDL or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Higher level qualification in Maths or IT
Experience
Essential
- Administrative experience
- Experience of team working
Desirable
- Experience of working within a clinical trials environment
- Experience of working within NHS environment
Skills
Essential
- Excellent standard of verbal and written communication
- Evidence of ability to communicate effectively with clinical, scientific, administrative staff, patients and relatives
- Evidence of an organised and methodical approach to work
- Evidence of ability to identify and manage priorities and work to deadlines
Knowledge
Essential
- Competence in using Microsoft packages (Excel, Word, Outlook, Powerpoint)
Desirable
- Experience of using databases and data management techniques including data entry
- Advanced Excel skills
- Knowledge of ICH GCP
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to GCSE Level including English and Maths grade C or equivalent
- IT qualification CLAIT /ECDL or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Higher level qualification in Maths or IT
Experience
Essential
- Administrative experience
- Experience of team working
Desirable
- Experience of working within a clinical trials environment
- Experience of working within NHS environment
Skills
Essential
- Excellent standard of verbal and written communication
- Evidence of ability to communicate effectively with clinical, scientific, administrative staff, patients and relatives
- Evidence of an organised and methodical approach to work
- Evidence of ability to identify and manage priorities and work to deadlines
Knowledge
Essential
- Competence in using Microsoft packages (Excel, Word, Outlook, Powerpoint)
Desirable
- Experience of using databases and data management techniques including data entry
- Advanced Excel skills
- Knowledge of ICH GCP
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).
