Data Administrator
The closing date is 23 February 2026
Job summary
In this roley ou will support the management of data generated by research in the Trust's National Institute for health Research (NIHR) study portfolio and other research by agreement.
As a Data administrator, you will identify, collate and check the accuracy of trial data submitted into web-based data collection tools, which will be used to ensure the secure and efficient management of data for patients in clinical research studies across the Trust.
You will be an administrative user of the EDGE web-based, research management system responsible for adding and removing users, delivering system training to new starters and ensuring accuracy of data within the system.
You will provide routine and bespoke data reports to the R&D senior management team, liaising with other members of the R&D team and research study teams across the Trust as required. These reports may include financial data, which will necessitate collaboration with the R&D finance team and external study sponsors, including commercial companies and their representatives.
You will undertake research governance and other audit activities to monitor the Trust's compliance with the UK Policy Framework for Health and Social Care Research, Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines and other national and international regulations.
Main duties of the job
Be the first point of contact for research data and information management queries from both within and outside the Trust.
Required to communicate with all members of the R&D team, research teams across the Trust, National Institute of Health and Social Care research (NIHR) staff, external study sponsors (both commercial and non-commercial), universities and trial centresTo be responsible for monitoring data completeness of the web-based EDGE system.
To undertake a variety of data management tasks, including data and statistical analysis using a range of software and web-based applications
To provide clear, accurate data for inclusion in the collation and production of R&D monthly, quarterly and annual reports, including those aimed at research-nave NHS staff, and patients and the public
To assist the Data Coordinator in developing and preparing overall project plans, and to autonomously plan and deliver key work streams in relation to the projects for which the post holder is responsible.
Take on the role of the Administrator of the EDGE system. This includes:adding and removing users as appropriate
Develop and run scheduled and ad hoc research study activity reports, including (but not limited to) patient screening (numbers and time), recruitment compared to the planned target over the agreed time period, number of recruits over a given time period
About us
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.
Details
Date posted
16 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£27,485 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
390-COR-SO-0692
Job locations
Southend
Southend Hospital
Westcliff-on-Sea
SS0 0RY
Employer details
Employer name
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Southend
Southend Hospital
Westcliff-on-Sea
SS0 0RY
Employer's website
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