Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a research administrator to join our busy and dynamic research management team at the Leicester Diabetes Centre based atthe University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust.
Leicester Diabetes Centre is a partnership between the NHS, the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR), University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust, and is academically affiliated with the University of Leicester.
The post will involve liaison with all grades of staff in a multi-disciplinary department therefore the ability to communicate clearly, calmly, and effectively with a broad range of people is important.
The successful candidate will be able to use a range of Microsoft Office applications, be competent in data entry and manage their own time and work with minimal supervision.
Organisational skills and ability to work on your own and as part of a team are essential.
The post requires flexibility and the ability to work under pressure whilst maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
NHS Experience in a research environment is preferred but not essential.
Main duties of the job
This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, hardworking, and highly motivated administrator to support clinical research studies taking place at the Leicester Diabetes Centre/Patient Recruitment Centre.
The post holder will work alongside other administrators to provide support to the Trial Managers/Coordinators and Research Nurses in all aspects of research project administration and will provide general administration services to assist with the efficient running of the LDC/PRC and the trial management team.
The role involves tasks such as data entry, mailbox management, arranging & facilitating meetings (including booking rooms, minute taking), site file management (including photocopying/scanning & filing), contacting patients to arrange appointments, arranging transport and/or travel reimbursement for patients, producing appointment/results letters, ordering of supplies, logging of all study expenditure and archiving.
About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post offers a great opportunity for those who wish to build on their existing experience in research or someone looking to develop their career in this area. You will be part of a well-established research team which offers a friendly and supportive work environment and will have access to relevant learning and training opportunities to support your development in post.
This full-time position is a permanent contract and will be offered at 37.5 hours over Monday to Friday. For this role you must be able to attend the office in person.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post offers a great opportunity for those who wish to build on their existing experience in research or someone looking to develop their career in this area. You will be part of a well-established research team which offers a friendly and supportive work environment and will have access to relevant learning and training opportunities to support your development in post.
This full-time position is a permanent contract and will be offered at 37.5 hours over Monday to Friday. For this role you must be able to attend the office in person.
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- GCE / O'Level / GCSE or equivalent English Language and Maths qualification
Experience
Essential
- Working in an administration and/or research environment within the NHS or similar institution
Desirable
- Audit or research experience
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Good communication across multidisciplinary teams and good interpersonal skills
- Flexible approach
- Working as a team member
- Understands confidentiality
- Demonstrate an ability to self-supervise and self-motivate
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
- Ability to draft and produce letters and notes from meetings
Skills
Essential
- Microsoft Office packages incl Outlook, Excel and Word
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Organisational and methodical skills
- Ability to prioritise workload
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- GCE / O'Level / GCSE or equivalent English Language and Maths qualification
Experience
Essential
- Working in an administration and/or research environment within the NHS or similar institution
Desirable
- Audit or research experience
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Good communication across multidisciplinary teams and good interpersonal skills
- Flexible approach
- Working as a team member
- Understands confidentiality
- Demonstrate an ability to self-supervise and self-motivate
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
- Ability to draft and produce letters and notes from meetings
Skills
Essential
- Microsoft Office packages incl Outlook, Excel and Word
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Organisational and methodical skills
- Ability to prioritise workload
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).
