Clinical Research Coordinator

Job summary

We are seeking an organised and motivated research professional to join the Health Services Research (HSR) Unit within the Centre for Applied Cancer Research at The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust.

This is an exciting opportunity to support a portfolio of cancer research studies, fellowships and awards that help improve cancer care nationally and internationally. The role offers involvement across the research lifecycle, including study set-up, regulatory approvals, delivery, reporting, publication and archiving.

The successful candidate will hold a degree in Life Sciences (or equivalent) and have experience working in a clinical research environment, ideally within the NHS. You will have excellent organisational, administrative and communication skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

You will be confident working independently and collaboratively with patients, clinicians, researchers and other stakeholders. Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office and data management systems, are essential. Experience in oncology research, research governance, study management, and recent Good Clinical Practice (GCP) training would be advantageous.

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to impactful research that improves patient outcomes and shapes the future of cancer care within a collaborative and supportive team.

Main duties of the job

These responsibilities will be carried out under the guidance of the Clinical Research Operations Manager.

General o To ensure that research studies are conducted and managed in accordance with the Research Governance Framework for Health and Social Care, regulatory requirements, Good Clinical Practice, Trust SOPs, guideline, processes and procedures.o To ensure fellowships and personal awards are management and reported in accordance with Funders' requirements and timelines and in line with Trust SOPs, guidelines, processes and procedures. o To be responsible for cascading any updates and governance requirements communicated by the Clinical R&D Office in a timely manner to the relevant research teams and fellows in HSR and/or other Clinical/Research Units. o To provide an efficient research coordination service to the Unit Lead, ensuring that research studies, fellowships and personal awards fulfil all statutory requirements. o To oversee the day-to-day management of research studies, fellowships and personal awards in accordance with the HSR SOPs, guidelines, processes and procedures.

About us

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.

At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.

At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.

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