Overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen in our Southend office for a motivated and well-organised individual to join our dynamic Research and Development (R&D) team. We are seeking a Research Coordinator to play a key role in supporting the delivery of high-quality clinical research and innovative projects that shape the future of patient care.
This is a fantastic chance to be part of a dedicated team at the forefront of research across our hospitals and satellite sites.
Responsibilities
* Work alongside the Research Approvals Manager to assess proposed clinical research studies and provide assurance of their suitability for opening across the Trust. This includes facilitating study feasibility, set up, approvals and ongoing performance management of studies across the Trust.
* Liaise with the R&D Finance team to ensure the invoicing of Sponsors for all appropriate studies, ensuring that income is recovered in a timely manner.
* Advise researchers about the research application and approvals process, as well as liaising with external study sponsors and funders using excellent communication skills. Be well organised, with great attention to detail and able to manage a diverse workload.
* Support the Research Approvals Manager in building and maintaining communication with all stakeholders in the Trust and externally.
* Advise and support researchers in all aspects of research, including the application process and HR requirements, communicating the requirements and motivating and persuading researchers to ensure correct completion and submission of documentation.
* Support the Research Approvals Manager and Data Coordinator in the preparation of regular and ad-hoc reports to allow the Trust and its partner NHS organisations to monitor standards of research governance processes, compliance with research standards, and levels of research activity.
* Day-to-day line management of the co-located Research Administrator.
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers. We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.
Qualifications
* Excellent communication skills and ability to advise researchers and liaise with external study sponsors and funders.
* Well organised with great attention to detail and the ability to manage a diverse workload.
* Line management experience would be advantageous.
Additional information
* Please note that we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should a high number of applications be received.
* There is no Visa Sponsorship available for this role.
* Advert closes on Thursday 9 Apr 2026.
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