Research Data Administrator

Job information Research Data Administrator from the Company Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, this latest Research Data Administrator job vacancy is located in the city Taunton TA DA. This latest job opening is open to job seekers who have the latest education / graduate . Job Vacancies in this Biotechnology field have been opened and published up to the specified time.

Job Description : The closing date is 31st Mar Anticipated Interview date(s) W/C 3rd February Job summary

We are looking for a meticulous and organised Cancer Data Administrator to join our Department of Clinical Research at Musgrove Park Hospital and support the effective management of clinical trial data within the NHS. You will play a key role in transferring and maintaining high-quality data for clinical research studies, ensuring the accuracy and completeness of trial-related data. Please ensure you read the Job description to fully understand this exciting opportunity.

If you are detail-oriented, possess strong IT skills, and are keen to support ground- breaking clinical research, we would love to hear from you. This role will involve developing key documents to support the clinical delivery team and evidence of different IT platform experience would be advantageous.

Main duties, tasks & skills required

As Cancer Data Administrator, you'll be responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely entry of clinical and trial-related data into various electronic data capture systems, in line with the specific protocols of each trial.

You'll provide valuable admin support to our Research Nurses including maintaining and updating databases that capture all aspects of the patient experience within clinical research studies, utilising tools such as Microsoft Excel and online web-based databases.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job description

Please see attached Job Description & Person Specification for further details of duties and responsibilities.

Person specificationQualificationsEssential

Good standard of education: English, Mathematics and a science GCSE (or equivalent)

Educated to A-level or Level 3 Advanced Diploma Computer qualification (eg. European Computer Driving License, MOST) or ability to demonstrate a high standard of proficiency in MS Office and electronic file management

Desirable

NVQ level 3 (or equivalent experience) in business and administration

ExperienceEssential

Data management - writing and running reports

Experience of dealing with patients or the public

Desirable

Experience in clinical data collection or audit

Experience working with medical records

Dealing with personal confidential and or sensitive information

Additional CriteriaEssential

Microsoft Office, in particular Microsoft Word, Excel and Access

Evidence of a good standard of literacy/English language skills

Advanced keyboard skills

Accuracy and attention to detail.

Desirable

Research Governance

Medical terminology

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.

For help with your application, contact:

Dee Lewis

Pay scheme

Agenda for Change

Band

Band 3

Salary£24071.00 to £25674.00 Yearly Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-Time

Reference number

184-OL-PU-1650

Job locations

Musgrove Park Hospital Musgrove Road Taunton Somerset TA1 5DA