Job summary
University Hospital Southampton has an exciting opportunity for a experienced, dynamic and motivated Clinical Research Coordinator to help support the UHS Cancer Research Team. This position provides the opportunity to work within a large and dynamic team to help deliver a sizable portfolio of studies.
About the team The role will involve working closely with Investigators from within the Cancer speciality, Research Nurses, Study Sponsors and the R&D Team. A flexible, enthusiastic and professional individual with excellent written and verbal communication skills is therefore required for this role. The ideal candidate will have experierience of clinical research ideally in the NHS.
Main duties of the job
Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
Please ensure you have read the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below and especially the full job description attached to ensure you fully understand the day-to-day responsibilities.
About us
What we can offer you
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Your Responsibilities What youll do
The post holder will help to deliver a portfolio of commercial and non- commercial clinical research studies across the trust by helping with some aspects of the set-up of new studies and providing ongoing support for current studies. This ongoing support will involve organising, coordinating and taking responsibility for delegated non-clinical study specific tasks.
What were looking for The successful applicant will ideally have previous clinical research experience, preferably within the NHS. Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and an advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office applications are essential.
We are dedicated to providing high quality, patient centred clinical research at UHS. If you are an individual with suitable skills, knowledge and experience of the research process, this could be a very interesting opportunity for you.
Successful applicants can expect an excellent friendly working environment, professional support and development opportunities. You will be based at University Hospital Southampton.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION OR TO APPLY - We have normal core daytime working hours of Monday Friday.
- If you have previously applied for this position and have been unsuccessful within the last 6 months please do not re-apply at this time, please contact us if you are uncertain.
To find out more about working in our research team at UHS please click on the links below:
https://youtu.be/eRLoKV0JWf4Presentation
http://staffnet/Media/CQC/Stories/041218/UHS-clinical-research-team.pdf
Unfortunately, at this time we unable to offer informal visits, but If youre interested in applying for this role, wed encourage you to get in touch using the contact information at the bottom of this advert with any questions. Alternatively, if youre ready to apply, please follow the link below to complete an application
Interviews will be held on Thursday, 22 June 2023
Should you have any queries, please use the contact details below to get in touch.
Karen Salmon Tel: 023 8120 5308 or email Michelle Beveridge at michelle.beveridge@uhs.nhs.uk
Job description
Job responsibilities
Your Responsibilities What youll do
The post holder will help to deliver a portfolio of commercial and non- commercial clinical research studies across the trust by helping with some aspects of the set-up of new studies and providing ongoing support for current studies. This ongoing support will involve organising, coordinating and taking responsibility for delegated non-clinical study specific tasks.
What were looking for The successful applicant will ideally have previous clinical research experience, preferably within the NHS. Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and an advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office applications are essential.
We are dedicated to providing high quality, patient centred clinical research at UHS. If you are an individual with suitable skills, knowledge and experience of the research process, this could be a very interesting opportunity for you.
Successful applicants can expect an excellent friendly working environment, professional support and development opportunities. You will be based at University Hospital Southampton.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION OR TO APPLY - We have normal core daytime working hours of Monday Friday.
- If you have previously applied for this position and have been unsuccessful within the last 6 months please do not re-apply at this time, please contact us if you are uncertain.
To find out more about working in our research team at UHS please click on the links below:
https://youtu.be/eRLoKV0JWf4Presentation
http://staffnet/Media/CQC/Stories/041218/UHS-clinical-research-team.pdf
Unfortunately, at this time we unable to offer informal visits, but If youre interested in applying for this role, wed encourage you to get in touch using the contact information at the bottom of this advert with any questions. Alternatively, if youre ready to apply, please follow the link below to complete an application
Interviews will be held on Thursday, 22 June 2023
Should you have any queries, please use the contact details below to get in touch.
Karen Salmon Tel: 023 8120 5308 or email Michelle Beveridge at michelle.beveridge@uhs.nhs.uk
Person Specification
Qualifications / training required
Essential
- Educated to degree level in relevant subject or able to demonstrate equivalent level of knowledge, skills and understanding in research & development
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Evidence of current and on-going GCP training
Previous or relevant experience necessary
Essential
- Relevant experience in conducting or organising clinical research trials
- Research management and governance experience
- Awareness of current legislation regarding the set-up and conduct of research in the NHS
Desirable
- Experience working in a large teaching hospital or university
Aptitudes and skills required
Essential
- Advanced understanding of Microsoft applications for managing and analysing information, e.g. Word and Exce
- Able to prioritise tasks and work to deadlines
- Attention to detail
- Good organisational skills
- Ability to work under own initiative and independently without direct supervision or as part of a team
- Good communication skills both written and verbal
- Works autonomously based on following clearly defined procedures and prioritising work in accordance to business need/strategy.
Desirable
- Previous experience working with edge as a RM&G too
Special requirements of the post
Essential
- Ability to attend training and meetings on and off site.
Values and behaviours
Essential
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Person Specification
Qualifications / training required
Essential
- Educated to degree level in relevant subject or able to demonstrate equivalent level of knowledge, skills and understanding in research & development
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Evidence of current and on-going GCP training
Previous or relevant experience necessary
Essential
- Relevant experience in conducting or organising clinical research trials
- Research management and governance experience
- Awareness of current legislation regarding the set-up and conduct of research in the NHS
Desirable
- Experience working in a large teaching hospital or university
Aptitudes and skills required
Essential
- Advanced understanding of Microsoft applications for managing and analysing information, e.g. Word and Exce
- Able to prioritise tasks and work to deadlines
- Attention to detail
- Good organisational skills
- Ability to work under own initiative and independently without direct supervision or as part of a team
- Good communication skills both written and verbal
- Works autonomously based on following clearly defined procedures and prioritising work in accordance to business need/strategy.
Desirable
- Previous experience working with edge as a RM&G too
Special requirements of the post
Essential
- Ability to attend training and meetings on and off site.
Values and behaviours
Essential
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
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
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).
