Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Data Manager to join our dynamic multidisciplinary research team.
The successful candidate will work as a senior member of the team, specifically responsible for a team of data managers extracting high quality complex clinical data from medical records and research documentation, ensuring the data is submitted in a timely manner in line with contractual obligations. The post holder will be the data lead on a number of gene therapy trials and novel therapy trials in development.The post holder willprovide comprehensive oversight and management of research databases (eg REDcap and other platforms) and research management systems (EDGE) and use these tools, and their advanced knowledge of eCRF databases, MS-Excel MS-Access to extract and collate project data, providing timely and accurate reports to various internal and external stakeholders.
As a Senior Data Manager you will manage the team of research data managers who are delivering early phase studies from multiple different specialties ensuring the data capture requirements of the research portfolio are fulfilled. Your role will involve close working with teams within the NIHR Biomedical Research Centre and Clinical Research Facility, investigators across the Trust as well as external agencies such as the Clinical Research Network: North Thames and pharmaceutical companies.
Main duties of the job
This would suit an experienced Data Manager with a background in clinical research.
Based in central London, GOSH offers flexible working, help with childcare and travel, excellent training and development opportunities and assistance with finding somewhere to live.
Informal discussions are welcomed. For further information please contact Moonsang Seo via email Moonsang.Seo@gosh.nhs.uk
To apply please visit www.gosh.nhs.uk/jobs quoting the appropriate reference number.
We encourage applications from all sections of the community.
We conduct full criminal record checks on all successful candidates. See www.disclosure.gov.uk for more information.
About us
GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.
We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.
We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.
We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.
We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.
Person Specification
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- Educated to degree level or equivalent (eg, medical, biomedical, administration / management)
- Postgraduate degree (or equivalent experience)
- GCP
Desirable
- Evidence of on-going continuing professional development
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Experience of working in a clinical trial environment in either a pharmaceutical company, NHS Trust or a university.
- Either practical experience of monitoring clinical trial activity or practical experience of the research process or direct involvement in the management / administration of clinical trials
- Experience of multidisciplinary working, both internally and externally
- Good knowledge and understanding of the UK/EU legislation for management of clinical research including the Research Governance Framework
- Understanding of the NHS R&D and NIHR structure and functions
Desirable
- Experience of staff management and development, clinical supervision and mentoring
- Experience in the costing process of commercial clinical research
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with patients and staff at all levels
- Computer literate with good IT skills - including the upkeep of databases
- Ability to manage a portfolio of research studies with minimal supervision
- Good organisation and time management skills
- Ability to work calmly under pressure, prioritise workload and plan ahead
- Ability to coach and mentor senior academic staff including consultants
- Ability to negotiate and influence
Desirable
- Excellent managerial and leaderships skills
Person Specification
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- Educated to degree level or equivalent (eg, medical, biomedical, administration / management)
- Postgraduate degree (or equivalent experience)
- GCP
Desirable
- Evidence of on-going continuing professional development
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Experience of working in a clinical trial environment in either a pharmaceutical company, NHS Trust or a university.
- Either practical experience of monitoring clinical trial activity or practical experience of the research process or direct involvement in the management / administration of clinical trials
- Experience of multidisciplinary working, both internally and externally
- Good knowledge and understanding of the UK/EU legislation for management of clinical research including the Research Governance Framework
- Understanding of the NHS R&D and NIHR structure and functions
Desirable
- Experience of staff management and development, clinical supervision and mentoring
- Experience in the costing process of commercial clinical research
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with patients and staff at all levels
- Computer literate with good IT skills - including the upkeep of databases
- Ability to manage a portfolio of research studies with minimal supervision
- Good organisation and time management skills
- Ability to work calmly under pressure, prioritise workload and plan ahead
- Ability to coach and mentor senior academic staff including consultants
- Ability to negotiate and influence
Desirable
- Excellent managerial and leaderships skills
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
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
Great Ormond Street Hospital
London
WC1N 3JH
Employer's website
https://www.gosh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
