Job summary
- Main area
- Research Facilitation Officer
- Grade
- Band 5
- Contract
- 3 years (Fixed term/secondment until 31/03/2029)
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week
- Job ref
- 120-AC766-0326
- Employer
- Velindre University NHS Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Velindre Cancer Centre
- Town
- Cardiff
- Salary
- £31,516 - £38,364 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 06/04/2026 23:59
Employer heading
Research Facilitation Officer
Band 5
Thank you for your interest in working for Velindre University NHS Trust, which is a committed equal opportunities employer. The Trust welcomes applications from people who share our vision;
Velindre University NHS Trust will be recognised locally, nationally and internationally as a renowned organisation of excellence for patient and donor care, education and research.
our values;
- Caring
- Respectful
- Accountable
and who will complement our current experienced and specialist employees who are passionate about working in a Trust that has the ambition to provide world class services and care to patient and donors.
Velindre University NHS Trust holds a special place at the heart of healthcare in Wales. It is also an amazing organisation to work and to develop your career. The Trust comprises of two divisions, Velindre Cancer Centre and Welsh Blood Service. The Trust also hosts on behalf of the Welsh Government and NHS Wales, NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership (NWSSP) and Health Technology Wales (HTW).
Velindre University NHS Trust provides our employees with a favourable salary and reward / staff benefits & support package.
For more information on this vacancy please contact the recruiting manager, who will be pleased to discuss their employment opportunity with you.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
The Trust also reserves the right to close a vacancy early or withdraw an advertisement at any stage of the process, to enable internal staff requiring to be redeployed in suitable roles.
Posts may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check and Professional Registration Check.
For more information on our Trust Employee Reward and Benefit’s Package please visit the Velindre University NHS Trust website.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
The Agenda for Change Pay Award for 2026/27 is effective from 1st April 2026.
Please note successful applicants with a start date from 1st April onwards the salary will be as per the 2026/27 pay award. For further detail the pay circular is available via this link https://www.nhs.wales/files/pc-resources/afc-w-02-2026-pdf-pdf?ts=1773244958086
Job overview
Research Facilitation Officer.
Are you ready to make a difference in the fight against cancer? Do you want to improve the lives of those living with cancer?
Velindre University NHS Trust is seeking a dynamic and motivated person to support the exciting developments within our Research Service, and its cutting‑edge clinical research trials.
The Role.
As a Research Facilitation Officer, you will be pivotal in coordinating the setup, delivery, and ongoing management of our cancer clinical trials. You will ensure high‑quality data management, maintain accurate records, and support compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and regulatory standards. This role involves close working with multidisciplinary clinical teams, research sponsors, and governance teams, to ensure the success co clinical trials across a diverse cancer research portfolio.
About you.
We are looking for a proactive individual with excellent organisation, communication, and information technology (IT) skills. You should have experience in clinical research or health settings, a keen eye for detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
This post is fixed term/secondment for 3 years until 31/03/2029. If you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post.
Main duties of the job
About us.
Velindre University NHS Trust is at the forefront of cancer research and treatment in Wales. With the opening of the new Velindre Cancer Centre (planned for 2027), we continue to revolutionise cancer care through innovative research programmes and commitment to patient‑centred excellence. Join a team that is driving forward research in a wide range of cancer disease sites, contributing to better patient outcomes, and shaping the future of cancer treatment.
Key responsibilities.
· Facilitate the smooth set‑up and delivery of clinical trials in accordance with ethical, governance and regulatory requirements.
· Maintain accurate, up‑to‑date research study files and ensure strict version control.
· Co‑ordinate research sponsor visits, including preparing case report forms and patient records.
· Collaborate with investigators, research nurses, and support services to ensure the timely resolution of data queries.
· Provide exceptional communication and support to the set-up, delivery, and ongoing management of clinical trials.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Working for our organisation
Here at Velindre University NHS Trust we are extremely proud of the specialist services we provide across the whole of Wales in our cutting-edge Velindre Cancer Centre and our award-winning Welsh Blood Service, as well as the expertise of our corporate functions that bring the two divisions together. We are also fortunate to host the NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership and Health Technology Wales and have developed strong partnership working with these expert services.
Formed in 1994, the Trust has a dedicated workforce that continuously strives to apply the key principles of value based healthcare through a wide array of roles. We play a vital role in the communities we support and have ambitious plans for the future to continue to improve the services we deliver. We strive to maintain our core values in everything we do by being; accountable, bold, caring and dynamic, and ensuring the best possible care for our patients and donors.
If you want to work for an organisation that prides itself on making a real difference and offers exciting career opportunities then Velindre University NHS Trust is the place for you.
Visit our website to find out more https://velindre.nhs.wales/
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job Description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click "Apply now" to view in Trac.
Person specification
Qualifications & Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Degree, or equivalent educational qualification, or relevant NHS experience, or other work related knowledge or experience.
- Possess previous experience within the NHS, or the field of health research, or clinical trials / research studies.
- Evidence of having undertaken International Council for Harmonisation Good Clinical Practice (ICH GCP) training within the last 2 years, or willingness to complete ICH GCP training within two months of appointment.
- Excellent communication and computer skills, including the use of Microsoft Office software packages.
Desirable criteria
- Possess and demonstrate a detailed knowledge of, and / or experience in, the ethical, research governance, and regulatory / legislative requirements for the set up, delivery and ongoing management of clinical trials / research studies and associated processes, including but not limited to: International Council for Harmonisation (ICH) Good Clinical Practice (GCP). UK Policy Framework for Health and Social Care. UK: The Medicines for Human Use (Clinical trials) Regulations 2004, as amended. UK Data Protection Act, and General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR). Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA). Health Research Authority (HRA) and Health and Care Research Wales (HCRW).
- Willingness to undertake training (e.g., ICH GCP, Managing Essential Documents in Research) essential to the role
- Possess and demonstrate a knowledge of research / medical terminology
- Working knowledge of quality systems and processes essential to the development, preparation, and maintenance of policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and work instructions
- Graduate in a health science or clinical research qualification
- Possess knowledge of Wales Clinical Portal (WCP) / Welsh Patient Administration System (WPAS) databases.
- Possess the ability to prepare / generate reports, posters, and presentations, preferably using Microsoft Office software.
- Possess further education / qualification in IT or project management.
Experience
Essential criteria
- Possess previous experience in health research, clinical trials / research studies, within a hospital or the NHS environment.
Desirable criteria
- Experienced in working to the ethical, research governance, and regulatory / legislative requirements for the set up, delivery and ongoing management of clinical trials / research studies and associated processes.
- Experience in working to clinical trials / research study methodology.
- Experience in using Wales Clinical Portal (WCP) / Welsh Patient Administration System (WPAS) databases.
Skills and Attributes
Essential criteria
- Excellent computer skills for inputting data into and extracting information from databases.
- Excellent numerical and analytical skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to work on own initiative.
- Well-developed and proven organisational ability, with the ability to multi-task and to prioritise workload.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills to all levels of staff.
- Excellent telephone manner and the ability to apply tact and sensitivity to establish trust and confidence.
- Effective interpersonal and influencing skills.
Desirable criteria
- Experience conducting or carrying out clinical trials / research studies.
- The ability to demonstrate effective partnerships, working both within and outside of the organisation.
Other
Desirable criteria
- Welsh Speaker (Level 1) or willingness to work towards learning to speak Welsh.
- Flexible approach to work and flexible attitude towards working hours to meet service needs.
- Ability to supervise a team.
- Team player.
- Enthusiastic.
- Motivated.
- Reliable.
- Punctual.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
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Applicant requirements
Welsh language skills are desirable
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Lloyd. James
- Job title
- Research Facilitator
- Email address
- [email protected]
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