Data Manager

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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This job is now closed

Job summary

The Cancer Clinical Trials Unit at UCLH is looking to recruit a Data Manager to support a portfolio of Phase II-III clinical trials in the Leukaemia and Non-Malignant Haematology clinical trials team. You may be required to cover other disease areas on a short-term or longer term basis.

The post-holder will be required to deliver and verify trial-specific information to sponsors, support the team with the set-up of new clinical trials and assist as needed with the processing of biological samples, amongst other tasks. You will be part of supportive and dynamic team, working closely with clinical research staff. Whilst the position is administrative, the role is vital in supporting clinical research staff deliver excellent care to patients with cancer.

We are currently supporting hybrid remote working, allowing a combination of working from home and office-based working. Flexibility around on-site working is essential and you may be required to attend the office at relatively short notice to ensure that the service is covered.

We ideally want someone with experience of clinical research, knowledge of cancer, good verbal and written communication skills and some experience of working in a healthcare setting. However, if you have some of these criteria and clear enthusiasm for the role, we welcome your application.

This advert will now close on 03/11/2024 at midnight.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will:- Have a portfolio of trials for which they are responsible- Complete data entry into case report forms for assigned trials as per protocols- Ensure case report forms are completed are of high quality, accurate and sent in a timely manner- Resolve issues with source data and anomalous data at the time of reporting, reviewing against previously reported data as well as local and national normal ranges.- Prioritises workload to manage time effectively- Process updated information and documents for the successful running of the study- Create and maintain both paper and electronic trial site files- Maintain list/database of up-coming, current and recently closed clinical trials- Maintain electronic and paper list of accrual to trials- Organise and prepare documentation for audits and monitoring visits.- Process biological samples in the trials lab- Liaise with the MDT, Principal and Sub Investigators, Sponsors, and support departments professionally and appropriately- Obtain tumour block samples- Upload scans as required by trial protocol- Escalate issues to senior team members

About us

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.

We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:

  • University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)

  • National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery

  • Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals

  • University College Hospital Grafton Way Building

  • Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine

  • University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre

  • The Hospital for Tropical Diseases

  • University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street

We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.

We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.

Date posted

28 October 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£35,964 to £43,780 a year Per Annum Inclusive of HCAS

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

309-UCLH-5351

Job locations

University College London Hospital

250 Euston Road

London

NW1 2PG


Job description

Job responsibilities

For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.

The portfolio is very diverse, with a wide range of studies, to reflect the varied nature of the disease areas, with multiple trials for different subtypes of acute and chronic leukaemias, sickle cell disease and thalassemia. The successful applicant should be organised, pro-active, with strong attention to detail and able to work autonomously, while also collaborating and communicating with the rest of the trials team and the doctor. Full duties are explained in the attached job description.

Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*

UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

*In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row.

UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.

The portfolio is very diverse, with a wide range of studies, to reflect the varied nature of the disease areas, with multiple trials for different subtypes of acute and chronic leukaemias, sickle cell disease and thalassemia. The successful applicant should be organised, pro-active, with strong attention to detail and able to work autonomously, while also collaborating and communicating with the rest of the trials team and the doctor. Full duties are explained in the attached job description.

Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*

UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

*In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row.

UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Qualifications

Essential

  • Life Science degree
  • Knowledge of concept of clinical trials
  • Knowledge of ICH GCP

Desirable

  • Knowledge of oncology and/or haematology

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working under minimal supervision
  • Experience of working to deadlines

Desirable

  • Experience of independently carrying out a research project
  • Experience of working in a health care setting
  • Experience of conducting clinical trials

Skills and Abilities

Essential

  • Proven ability to work under own initiative.
  • Knowledge of ICH GCP
  • Computer literacy to include experience of Word & Excel

Desirable

  • Knowledge of oncology and/or haematology

Communication

Essential

  • Proven ability to communicate effectively in writing.

Personal and People Development

Essential

  • Good eye for detail
  • Displays enthusiastic nature
  • Ability to identify own training needs
  • Displays desire for professional and personal development
Person Specification

Knowledge and Qualifications

Essential

  • Life Science degree
  • Knowledge of concept of clinical trials
  • Knowledge of ICH GCP

Desirable

  • Knowledge of oncology and/or haematology

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working under minimal supervision
  • Experience of working to deadlines

Desirable

  • Experience of independently carrying out a research project
  • Experience of working in a health care setting
  • Experience of conducting clinical trials

Skills and Abilities

Essential

  • Proven ability to work under own initiative.
  • Knowledge of ICH GCP
  • Computer literacy to include experience of Word & Excel

Desirable

  • Knowledge of oncology and/or haematology

Communication

Essential

  • Proven ability to communicate effectively in writing.

Personal and People Development

Essential

  • Good eye for detail
  • Displays enthusiastic nature
  • Ability to identify own training needs
  • Displays desire for professional and personal development

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

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

University College London Hospital

250 Euston Road

London

NW1 2PG


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

University College London Hospital

250 Euston Road

London

NW1 2PG


Employer's website

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

For questions about the job, contact:

Senior Research Nurse and Team Lead

Rafaela Machado

rafaela.decarvalhomachado@nhs.net

Date posted

28 October 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£35,964 to £43,780 a year Per Annum Inclusive of HCAS

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

309-UCLH-5351

Job locations

University College London Hospital

250 Euston Road

London

NW1 2PG


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