Senior Study Coordinator

The University of Surrey seeks to appoint a Senior Study Coordinator within Surrey Clinical Research Facility (CRF)/ National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Royal Surrey CRF to support the Operations Manager with the smooth running of the clinical trials and research studies run by or supported by the University CRF and/or the NIHR CRF. We wish to recruit a forward-thinking team player with a ‘can do’ attitude and an ambition to achieve personally to join our close-knit team.

The role

Surrey CRF is led by Dr Hana Hassanin and conducts clinical trials in a variety of therapeutic areas, including oncology and vaccine studies. The recent award of NIHR funding has established a joint NIHR CRF with the adjacent Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust. This offers exciting prospects for expansion of the facility with our NHS partner, and this role will be pivotal in ensuring the success of this venture.

The Senior Study Coordinator will be responsible for the set-up and day-to-day conduct of studies undertaken in the CRF, ensuring the accurate collection and reporting of study data, and the safety and well-being of study participants. You will advise and undertake core tasks including trial management, data management, trial administration, quality control and quality assurance. The role will include responsibility for site accountability processes, scheduling of activities, IMP procurement, SAE reporting, and other essential study management activities.

The post is funded until March 2029 in the first instance.

About you

This post would suit someone who has experience of working in a clinical trials research environment (ideally within the NHS or a dedicated CRF), along with a good understanding of UK Clinical Trial Regulations, the European Directives on Clinical Trials, and Good Clinical Practice (GCP).

A good working knowledge of MS Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams and SharePoint and other database software used for managing clinical trials is essential. Experience of developing trial documentation such as protocols, study reports and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) is a key aspect of this role.

What we can offer

Besides a vibrant and forward-thinking working environment on a leafy campus close to London, we offer leisure facilities and access to a variety of academic and professional development opportunities to help you fulfil your potential. 

In addition to salary, you will receive a yearly incremental pay rise, generous annual leave entitlement of 25 days holiday plus 7 university closure days and 8 bank holidays (pro rata for part time roles), a generous pension, access to world-class leisure facilities on campus, a range of travel schemes, and supportive family friendly benefits including an excellent on-site nursery.

How to apply

To apply please click 'Apply' above, to submit a CV and a cover letter. You will also be asked some brief questions to help us understand your suitability for the role.

For an informal discussion or further details, please contact Susan Bowles, Operations Manager, at s.bowles@surrey.ac.uk 

The University of Surrey is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all. We place great value on diversity and are seeking to increase the diversity within our community. Therefore we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities.

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