Band 5 Fixed Term 18 months (subject to funding)
Research & Development
Based at North Bristol NHS Trust, with cross-site working across the Bristol NHS Hospital Group (including UHBW)
About the role
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Joint R&D Commercial Research Function as a Commercial Research Set-up Coordinator. This role is integral to supporting the rapid and effective set-up of commercial clinical trials across North Bristol NHS Trust and Bristol NHS Hospital Group.
You will work closely with research nurses, Principal Investigators, sponsors, NIHR Research Delivery Network (RDN) teams and internal support services to ensure commercial studies are set up efficiently, compliantly and delivered to time and target.
This is a fixed-term post linked to specific programme funding and any extension is subject to funding.
About you
You will be organised, proactive and comfortable coordinating multiple tasks in a fast-paced research environment. You will have experience working in clinical research or research delivery and be confident communicating with a wide range of stakeholders.
North Bristol NHS Trust is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred research that improves care and outcomes. You will be joining a supportive, forward-thinking R&D team at the heart of a growing commercial research portfolio, with opportunities to develop specialist skills in research governance, study set-up and performance delivery.
Main duties of the job
Key responsibilities
Coordinate feasibility assessments, protocol reviews and site set-up activities
Facilitate commercial study feasibility and set-up meetings with internal and external stakeholders
Support costing and contract processes, including use of the NIHR Interactive Costing Tool (iCT)
Support pre screening activities working with business intelligence
Liaise with NIHR RDN teams and industry partners to drive timely delivery
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records on EDGE and other research governance systems
Monitor recruitment performance and support reporting against NIHR performance metrics
Support compliance with ICH-GCP, UK Clinical Trials Regulations and research governance frameworks
About us
North Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff providing healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset from our award-winning hospital building at Southmead. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre, and an internationally recognised centre of excellence in a range of services and major specialities. Our vision is that by enabling our teams to be the best that they can be, we will provide exceptional healthcare, personally delivered.
North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti-discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups.
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification which provide a detailed description of the requirements of the job and the main responsibilities.
Person Specification
Education/Training/Qualifications
* Degree (or equivalent experience) in a relevant subject such as science, social science, research, healthcare, or management.
* Evidence of continuing professional development appropriate to research or research management.
* Knowledge of ICH-GCP principles and their application in clinical research.
Work Experience
* Experience of working in clinical research or research delivery.
* Experience supporting the set-up and/or management of research studies within an NHS or healthcare setting.
* Experience of working effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
* Experience supporting administrative or coordination roles requiring accuracy, organisation, and attention to detail.
* Experience supporting commercial clinical trials
* Experience of working across multiple organisations or sites.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
* Good understanding of: Research governance frameworks and ethical principles. and Relevant legislation including Medicines for Human Use (Clinical Trials) Regulations.
* Ability to coordinate multiple tasks and prioritise within a busy research environment
* Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders, including investigators, research teams, R&D staff and external partners
* Strong organisational, time-management, and problem-solving skills.
* Confident use of IT systems and databases with proficiency in the use of all MS applications
* Experience of protocol review and feasibility assessment.
* Understanding of NHS research finance principles and costing models (e.g. NIHR Interactive Costing Tool).
Personal Qualities/Special Circumstances
* Flexible and adaptable approach to work
* Ability to work independently while recognising when to elevate issues.
* Strong commitment to delivering results and meeting targets.
* Professional, reliable, and accountable.
* Willingness and ability to work across sites within the Bristol NHS Hospital Group.
* Proactive approach to identifying and resolving barriers to study delivery.
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.
£32,073 to £39,043 a yearper annum (FTE) or pro-rata for part time roles
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