Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

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


Job description

Job responsibilities

Are you looking for an exciting Data Administrator role using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you.

For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.

We look forward to your application.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Are you looking for an exciting Data Administrator role using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you.

For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.

We look forward to your application.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Previous experience of working in the NHS
  • Previous experience of electronic data management systems
  • Relevant qualification/experience
  • High level of general education to NVQ level 4 Higher National Diploma or equivalent experience.

Desirable

  • Previous experience of managing data associated with clinical research
  • Project management experience

Knowledge and experience

Essential

  • Ability to collect and analyse audit data
  • Experience with Microsoft programmes
  • Ability to analyse and communicate complex information

Desirable

  • Ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in written form, to individuals at all levels
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Previous experience of working in the NHS
  • Previous experience of electronic data management systems
  • Relevant qualification/experience
  • High level of general education to NVQ level 4 Higher National Diploma or equivalent experience.

Desirable

  • Previous experience of managing data associated with clinical research
  • Project management experience

Knowledge and experience

Essential

  • Ability to collect and analyse audit data
  • Experience with Microsoft programmes
  • Ability to analyse and communicate complex information

Desirable

  • Ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in written form, to individuals at all levels

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Southend

Southend Hospital

Westcliff-on-Sea

SS0 0RY


Employer's website

https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Southend

Southend Hospital

Westcliff-on-Sea

SS0 0RY


Employer's website

https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Original Research Lead

Georgina Beetar

georgina.beetar@nhs.net

03004438952

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


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