Job overview

We are looking for a self-motivated, well organised and methodical Clinical Trial Administrator to join the research team at Darent Valley Hospital. Ideally with previous clinical research experience and NHS experience, you will work within the guidelines and policies for the conduct of clinical trials, ensuring high standards of practice in accordance with the principles of GCP.

The post will involve various aspects of clinical trial work including; trial set-up, data management, data collection, sample packaging, communication with trial sponsors, monitors and the wider research community, maintaining both paper and electronic records to support the team. As a proactive administrator you will be involved in all meetings with the research team, doctors and nurses during set up of the trial to understand the trials that you are supporting and provide this information to colleagues across the trust.

For further information or informal discussion, please contact Angela Agore, Lead Research Nurse on 01322 428100 ext 8348 or Bridget Fuller, R&D Manager on ext 8393.

This position will not be supported for visa sponsorship.  All applicants are expected to have valid right to work document to work in the UK when applying for this position.

Main duties of the job

The Post holder will support the research aims of the Trust and NIHR Research Delivery Network to improve the speed, quality and integration of clinical research, through successful delivery of clinical trials. As a proactive administrator the post holder will be involved in all meetings with the research team, doctors, nurses, AHPs, support services and Sponsors during set up of the trial to understand the trials they are supporting and provide this information to colleagues across the trust.

The post will involve various aspects of clinical trial work including; trial set-up, site file maintenance, data management through timely collection, co-ordination and submission of data, communication with trial sponsors, monitors and the wider research community. The post holder will be proficient in maintaining both paper and electronic records to support both the teams and trial processes.

Working for our organisation

We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you’ll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we’ve achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.

We are dedicated to using our Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) approach as our shared organisation model of change to enhance our services and ensure excellence in patient care.

If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.