Job overview
The post holder would work within the structure of the Oncology Clinical Research Team under the direct supervision of the Research Team Leader and the overall supervision of the Research Operations Manager. The post holder will share/manage the workload of the team’s clinical trials administration.
The role of the data manager is to contribute to the continued delivery of the highest quality research through the management of patient data relating to clinical research studies. The post holder will support the research nurses/practitioners and medical staff in the collection and processing of clinical trial data for the current portfolio of clinical trials in oncology. In addition, the post holder will assist to prepare for monitoring visits and liaise with trial sponsors to ensure timely transfer of data, and resolving any data queries.
The post holder will work within the guidelines of ICH GCP and local SOPs at all times. Other responsibilities will include conducting feasibility assessments, participating in quality improvement initiatives and the creation and maintenance of investigator site files and databases of clinical trial activity.
The post holder will be expected to have knowledge of cancer diagnosis and treatments and will be expected to develop skills and knowledge relating to the conduct of clinical trials in this area.
Main duties of the job
1. Be aware of and comply with ICH GCP as well as the legal requirements and other relevant guidelines for the conduct of clinical research.
2. To ensure trial case report forms (CRF) are completed in conformance with ICH GCP guidelines and within appropriate time guidelines.
3. In the event of a statutory inspection will assist the clinical team in preparing documentation and making necessary arrangements for the inspection in conjunction with the relevant trust departments.
4. To liaise with pharmacy, pathology, imaging and other trust departments to obtain relevant trials information
5. Resolve data queries by liaising with responsible clinical research staff and monitors as necessary to resolve any missing or discrepant data
6. To liaise in an efficient manner with the clinical teams and clinical trial sponsors with regards to clinical trial data
7. To support the research teams in the facilitation of efficient, safe and participant focused research
8. Demonstrate an understanding of the life cycle of a research project from inception to study close out supporting all clinical protocol related tasks to include accurate data capture in nursing and medical notes and accurate transfer of source data to case report form
9. To contribute to the recruitment of the local portfolio of Clinical research studies
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Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview. .
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.
For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Person specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential criteria
10. Sound general education
11. Good Clinical Practice certification
12. Meticulous understanding of clinical trials
Desirable criteria
13. A degree or equivalent qualification in a science discipline
14. Project management qualification
15. Other relevant courses/studies
Experience
Essential criteria
16. Proven previous experience of working in a hospital or medical research department
17. Well-developed knowledge and practical understanding of the regulations and procedures affecting clinical trials
18. Experience of data collection, creating and maintaining databases
19. Evidence of working in a multidisciplinary team
Desirable criteria
20. Knowledge of National Institute of Health Research (NIHR), its values, aims and structure
21. Experience in oncology clinical trials
Skills/Knowledge/ Abilities
Essential criteria
22. Knowledge of working practices relevant to clinical trials
23. MS Office suite
24. Ability to understand and retain information relating to trials
25. Ability to work accurately with attention to detail
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