Research & Development (R&D) Administrator
Oxford Health Research and Development (R&D) Department supports cutting‑edge Mental Health and Community research that seeks to improve patient outcomes and care. We are seeking a proactive and detail‑oriented R&D Administrator to join our team to provide high‑quality administrative support across the Department. You will be well‑organised, flexible, have good attention to detail and be able to manage a varied workload. In return, we offer a friendly and supportive working environment.
Main duties of the job
* Administrative support across the R&D Department, including word processing, document formatting, meeting support and senior diary management.
* Attendance at meetings, taking accurate minutes, producing action logs, and distributing key information in a timely manner.
* Supporting event planning and coordination (e.g., away days, small conferences).
* Day‑to‑day management of bespoke and non‑bespoke R&D systems (training will be provided).
Qualifications – Academic/Skills/Professional
* Higher Education qualification (i.e. A Level / NVQ Level 3 standard), or equivalent/previous experience in an Administration Assistant role.
Knowledge Requirements – Essential
* Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
* Conversant in the Internet and the use of web‑based systems.
* Knowledge of secretarial and administrative procedures.
* Understanding of information governance and security in relation to patient data.
Knowledge Requirements – Desirable
* Awareness of current legislation regarding research governance and data protection.
Additional Training or Job‑Related Aptitude and Skills – Essential
* IT literate and confident in the use of IT systems and web‑based communication tools, such as Microsoft Teams.
* Proven ability to work in a team environment and deliver team objectives.
* Excellent time‑management skills, with the ability to multitask, prioritise sometimes conflicting workloads and manage own time effectively.
* Ability to work effectively under pressure, meet deadlines and prioritise workload in a challenging and demanding environment.
Additional Training or Job‑Related Aptitude and Skills – Desirable
* RSA III Typing/Word Processing, or equivalent.
Experience – Essential
* Relevant office administration experience, including arranging and servicing meetings and taking and transcribing minutes.
* Administrative experience in a healthcare environment, such as the NHS.
* Experience of maintaining efficient paper and computerised office filing systems.
Experience – Desirable
* Administrative experience in a clinical research environment.
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.
Benefits
* Excellent opportunities for career progression
* Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
* 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
* NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
* Competitive pension scheme
* Lease car scheme
* Cycle to work scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Mental Health First Aider
* Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists apply)
* Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team
Employer details
Oxford Health NHS Trust
Warneford Hospital
Warneford Lane
Oxford
OX4 7JX
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk
#J-18808-Ljbffr