Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust

Assistant Research Data Officer

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Job summary

Under the direction of the Senior Research Data Officer (SRDO) and Research Data Officer (RDO), the main responsibility of this role is to provide research data support to the research delivery and data teams. This includes transcribing, sense checking and uploading data to electronic systems and databases in a timely manner. The post holder will ensure data is accurate and meets deadlines for all active research studies within the team. You will be required to work with external stakeholders to ensure an efficient service, whilst always working to current regulatory guidance and Trust Policies and standard operating procedures (SOP's).

Main duties of the job

Data

  • Supervised data entry using computerised or paper-based systems, ensuring that the data is accurate, timely, consistent and up to date
  • Undertaking regular quality checks of own work
  • Supporting the SRDO and RDO in the uploading, checking and resolution of data and data queries from external stakeholders in a timely manner, working closely with research nurses and administrators
  • Supporting the SRDO and RDO with data locks and timely resolution of queries and monitor requests
  • Under the direction of the SDRO, uploading case report forms.
  • Assisting in sending images (Radiology/CT/MRI) internally and externally under the supervision of the SRDO and RDO
  • Using PAS, Maxims (internal systems) and other bespoke databases to extract data under the supervision of the SRDO and RDO
  • Under the direction of the SRDO and RDO, help to prepare any data required in advance of participant clinics
  • Ensuring timely and accurate data entry on to EDGE (internal research database) under the supervision of the SRDO and RDO
  • Providing appropriate cover within the data team as directed by the SRDO and RDO
  • Attending training sessions on specialist software required for specific research trial data capture

EDGE:Working with the EDGE data officer to develop an understanding of the EDGE system (internal data system)o Supporting the EDGE data officer with EDGE queries and requests and reports when requiredo Providing cover for the EDGE email account and minor queries in the absence of the EDGE Officer

About us

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Sustainability is integral to the Trust achieving the NHS Net Zero target. All staff are therefore actively encouraged and supported to implement new ways of working within their field of expertise.

Details

Date posted

05 February 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

Depending on experience £22,383 pa pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

156-6019588

Job locations

Royal Cornwall Hospital

Research & Development Admin Hub, Knowledge Spa, Royal Cornwall Hospital

Truro

TR1 3HD


Job description

Job responsibilities

Main duties will include supporting the Senior Research Data Officer, Research Data Officer and EDGE Officer as described in the main duties of the job.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main duties will include supporting the Senior Research Data Officer, Research Data Officer and EDGE Officer as described in the main duties of the job.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Two GCSE's (or equivalent) level 'C' Maths and English.
  • Microsoft Training and/or similar or relevant experience

Desirable

  • GCP trained
  • Willingness to undertake further training

Skills

Essential

  • Effective communication skills
  • Ability to work well under pressure and to tight deadlines
  • Ability to work as part of a team

Desirable

  • NHS or Research experience

Experience

Essential

  • Previous office experience
  • Microsoft package experience particularly Teams/Excel/Word
  • Ability to use own initiative with guidance

Desirable

  • Knowledge of medical terminology
  • Previous office experience
  • Previous data experience
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Two GCSE's (or equivalent) level 'C' Maths and English.
  • Microsoft Training and/or similar or relevant experience

Desirable

  • GCP trained
  • Willingness to undertake further training

Skills

Essential

  • Effective communication skills
  • Ability to work well under pressure and to tight deadlines
  • Ability to work as part of a team

Desirable

  • NHS or Research experience

Experience

Essential

  • Previous office experience
  • Microsoft package experience particularly Teams/Excel/Word
  • Ability to use own initiative with guidance

Desirable

  • Knowledge of medical terminology
  • Previous office experience
  • Previous data experience

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust

Address

Royal Cornwall Hospital

Research & Development Admin Hub, Knowledge Spa, Royal Cornwall Hospital

Truro

TR1 3HD


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust

Address

Royal Cornwall Hospital

Research & Development Admin Hub, Knowledge Spa, Royal Cornwall Hospital

Truro

TR1 3HD


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Data Study Co-ordinator

Tim Townend

timothy.townend@nhs.net

01872255168

Details

Date posted

05 February 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

Depending on experience £22,383 pa pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

156-6019588

Job locations

Royal Cornwall Hospital

Research & Development Admin Hub, Knowledge Spa, Royal Cornwall Hospital

Truro

TR1 3HD


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