Job overview
We are looking for a self-motivated, well organised and methodical Clinical Trials Administrator to join this dynamic team at the forefront of research into the treatment of paediatric cancers. Ideally you will have previous NHS research experience within the paediatric setting. You will work within the policies and guidelines for the conduct of clinical trials, ensuring high standards of practice in accordance with the principles of GCP. The post will involve trial data collection and general trial administration to support paediatric cancer research across the translational, academic and pharmaceutical clinical trials portfolio. Attention to detail is paramount, and the successful applicant should also demonstrate a flexible approach to their duties and the ability to work both as part of the team as well as independently. In addition, you will have excellent communication, administrative and IT skills and be supportive and open to new initiatives. There is no patient contact in this role.
The paediatric oncology services at The Royal Marsden will transition to Evelina London Children’s Hospital (part of Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust) located on Westminster Bridge Road, London by March 2027 – all paediatric research posts will move to Evelina London at the time of the service move."
Main duties of the job
To support the clinical research team with study administration as required to ensure the efficient and successful delivery of clinical trials and other studies according to Good
Clinical Practice (GCP), standard operating procedures (SOPs), trust policies and all applicable regulations and governance structures.
To ensure timely and accurate entry of data and relevant information into appropriate database systems
To work with the clinical team to ensure prompt resolution of data queries
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Primary areas of responsibility:To ensure that data collection and (electronic) case report form ((e)CRF) completion is performed to the required standards of the current EU, UK and FDA legislation, Trust SOPs and Sponsor contractual obligations.
To design and implement tools and guidance for clinical trial data capture.
To regularly report on data entry status to ensure deadlines are met for interim and final analysis.
To represent the Data Management team at research meetings.
To prepare and facilitate the archiving of essential clinical trial documents and source data as per Trust SOPs
To undertake projects with relation to office management as required. Tissue tracking using RMH systems (as applicable).
Ensure that scans are uploaded to trial specific electronic portals where required.
Person specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential criteria
1. Educated to at least GCSE/A level (or equivalent)
Desirable criteria
2. Knowledge of ICH/GCP guidelines
Experience
Essential criteria
3. Experience in working with databases
Desirable criteria
4. Good understanding of medical terminology
5. Previous experience of working in the NHS or equivalent
Skills/Abilities/Knowledge
Essential criteria
6. Excellent administrative and organisational skills
7. Competence in research orientated PC software including Microsoft Office packages
8. Excellent oral and written communication skills
9. Good attention to detail
10. Good level of spoken and written English
Desirable criteria
11. Understanding of clinical trials and regulations governing clinical research
12. Experience of data entry and data management
The Royal Marsden values diversity and is committed to the recruitment and retention of underrepresented minority groups. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates and candidates with disabilities.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we are working to create a workplace that enables all staff to reach their full potential. We are committed to this because we know that greater diversity and inclusion will lead to an even greater positive impact for the people we serve.
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Flu Vaccination – What We Expect of our Staff
At The Royal Marsden we have an immune compromised patient population who we must protect as much as we can against the flu virus. Each year, seasonal flu affects thousands of people in the UK. Occurring mainly in winter, it is an infectious respiratory disease capable of producing symptoms ranging from those similar to a common cold, through to very severe or even fatal disease.
The wellbeing of our staff and patients is of the upmost importance to us, and it is the expectation of The Royal Marsden that all patient-facing staff have an annual flu vaccination, provided free of charge by the Trust.
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