Job summary
We are seeking a Research Data Co-ordinator within the Women's and Children's Division Research Unit which supports anddelivers high quality clinical research studies across the whole division. We have a substantial children's portfolio of studies and anincreasing portfolio of women's health studies. There is a Research Delivery Clinical Team and Research Delivery Support Team withinthe Unit who cover all clinical specialties within the Division.The post is based with the team in the University Hospitals Bristol and Weston Education and Research Centre. The post holder will beexpected to work as part of the data team under the supervision of the Research Sisters to provide a data management service. They will workclosely with the trial coordinator and research nurses. The post is focused on data management for trials conducted within the specialties ofPaediatric Oncology, Haematology and Bone Marrow Transplant and this encompasses Bristol Royal Hospital for Children our partner hospitalsacross the South West Shared Care Network. It is expected that the post holder will work flexibly and across all paediatric specialties if requiredto meet the needs of the Women's and Children's Research Unit.
Please note: this vacancy may close early if a high number of applications are received.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be part of a team of data co-ordinators, collating data relating to patients participating in clinical trials from multiple sourcesand entering that into the required databases.
When completing your application, please ensure your supporting statement clearly demonstrates how you meet the essential criteria - pleaserefer to the job description.
About us
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward- thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Educated to A level standard
- GCSE level passes in English, Maths, Science and 3 other subjects at grade C or above
Desirable
- Relevant qualification in management or administration
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Previous research data management experience, including data entry, database set up and ability to run reports
- Previous NHS or Research administration experience
- Good understanding of the use of medical terminology
- Demonstrated experience in using Microsoft Office and related packages, including databases, spread sheets
- Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team
Desirable
- Knowledge of research governance and clinical trial regulations
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Good interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively and deal tactfully with people
- Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure and deliver to tight deadlines
- Excellent organisational skills and ability to prioritise workload
- Reliable and capable of working with confidential and sensitive information
- Use initiative and be innovative within the scope of the role
- Ability to work without direct supervision
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Educated to A level standard
- GCSE level passes in English, Maths, Science and 3 other subjects at grade C or above
Desirable
- Relevant qualification in management or administration
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Previous research data management experience, including data entry, database set up and ability to run reports
- Previous NHS or Research administration experience
- Good understanding of the use of medical terminology
- Demonstrated experience in using Microsoft Office and related packages, including databases, spread sheets
- Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team
Desirable
- Knowledge of research governance and clinical trial regulations
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Good interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively and deal tactfully with people
- Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure and deliver to tight deadlines
- Excellent organisational skills and ability to prioritise workload
- Reliable and capable of working with confidential and sensitive information
- Use initiative and be innovative within the scope of the role
- Ability to work without direct supervision
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
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)
Address
Education & Research Centre
Upper Maudlin Street
Bristol
BS2 8AE
Employer's website
https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
