Research Data Coordinator

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

The closing date is 12 March 2025

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to support the research team working on a variety of research studies across many specialties at both The Royal Shrewsbury and The Princess Royal Hospitals. The base will be Royal Shrewsbury Hospital.

This a varied role with a mix of admin and clerical support to enable the research team to recruit patients into trials.

The role involves clinic screening, sending GP letters, managing spreadsheets and using our research databases to add patients as well as other varied tasks.

Time management skills are therefore essential as is the ability to work autonomously. Previous experience in research is not essential, however a good knowledge of hospital IT systems would be an advantage and being a key player is integral to the role.

*We are expecting a high number of applications for this post and it is likely that the advert will close early, therefore if you want to join our team please apply early!*

Main duties of the job

Some of the duties of this varied role :

Clinic screening ,managing databases, preparing for clinics and follow ups and entering data using hospital and other IT systems.

Time management skills are therefore essential as is the ability to work autonomously. Previous experience in research is not essential, however a good knowledge of

Hospital IT systems would be an advantage and being a key player is integral to the role.

You need to have an enquiring mind with a good basic level of education with a minimum of five GCSEs, or equivalent (grades 9-4 or equivalent) including English and Mathematics.

The post will be based at The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital, however, you may be required to travel to other Trust sites as required.

About us

The Research & Innovation department is a growing department, with established collaborations across the region. The department is made up of a wide range of professionals working across all Trust sites. The team prides itself on offering our patients access to new and innovative opportunities through research participation.

Date posted

26 February 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,071 to £25,674 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

223-RSC-144

Job locations

The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Mytton Oak Rd

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Minimum 5 GCSE including Maths & English Grade 9-4 or equivalent

Desirable

IT/ Computer qualification
Current Clinical Trial GCP training

Experience

Essential

Significant experience of working in an office as a member of a team
Experience of managing own workload

Desirable

Clinical research experience
Hospital based administrative experience

Skills

Essential

Skilled in the use of a variety of software including Microsoft Office and web based data bases

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Minimum 5 GCSE including Maths & English Grade 9-4 or equivalent

Desirable

IT/ Computer qualification
Current Clinical Trial GCP training

Experience

Essential

Significant experience of working in an office as a member of a team
Experience of managing own workload

Desirable

Clinical research experience
Hospital based administrative experience

Skills

Essential

Skilled in the use of a variety of software including Microsoft Office and web based data bases

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.