Trial coordinator | university hospitals of leicester nhs trust

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an organised and motivated individual to join a large, experienced and dynamic research team at UHL NHS Trust. The Leicester Diabetes Centre is seeking someone with strong administrative or research support experience to contribute to the set up, coordination, and delivery of high‑quality research studies in diabetes and other long‑term conditions. This full‑time position is offered at 37.5 hours per week (with a flexible minimum of 3 days). For this role, on‑site attendance is required. PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY In this role, you will assist with study documentation, approvals, planning and day‑to‑day trial delivery. Working alongside senior research colleagues and study investigators, you will help ensure studies run smoothly, safely and in line with ICH Good Clinical Practice. You will support participant screening, recruitment and informed consent, coordinate study visits, and help maintain accurate data and documentation across one or more allocated studies. As part of this, you will be expected to work to a high level of accuracy with excellent attention to detail in relation to study documentation, data collection and data entry, and to be confident using Microsoft Office and other digital systems. Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030). We have four primary goals: • high-quality care for all, • being a great place to work, • partnerships for impact, and • research and education excellence And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities. Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all: • we are compassionate, • we are proud, • we are inclusive, and • we are one team This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve. About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust: https://www.uhleicester.nhs.uk You will join a supportive team of research administrators, trial coordinators and trial managers working across single and multi‑site studies. The role involves liaising with key external partners such as the Research Delivery Network East Midlands, GP practices and PRIMIS. Depending on the study, you may also provide supervision to administrative staff. This is a busy and varied role, ideal for someone who is organised, adaptable, able to work flexibly, and confident communicating with a range of stakeholders. Strong time‑management skills are essential, as is the ability to work independently within a team environment. This advert closes on Tuesday 9 Jun 2026