Study/Trial Coordinator (Fixed Term)

We are seeking a Study/Trial Co-ordinator to take on the ongoing coordination of an established research study. The EMBED study is part of a larger programme of research aimed to develop blood tests that could aid in the earlier detection of some cancers, specifically breast and ovarian cancer.

The role holder will have been educated to HND/HNC, level 4/5 vocational qualifications or have an equivalent level of practical experience.

There are two cohorts to the study. Cohort 1 which recruited over 3500 women is due to complete at the end of September. The role holder will manage the completion of data collection for this cohort. Cohort 2 to date has recruited over 200 and the role holder will coordinate the continuing recruitment of this study, working with the Cambridge Breast Unit and a Research Nurse.

Experience of working in a medical research environment is essential as is having previous administrative experience. Some knowledge of research governance and what it means to work within a research framework is also required. The role holder will be expected to work on their own initiative, have demonstrable organization skills and be competent in Microsoft Office and in the use of databases for large scale data management. They will have excellent verbal and written communication skills along with an empathetic telephone manner.

The funding for this post is available until 30th September 2026.

This is a full-time position, and we welcome applications of no less than 0.8 FTE per week

Location - Department of Public Health and Primary Care, Strangeways Research Laboratory, Worts Causeway, Cambridge CB1 8RN

Informal enquiries can be made to Jo Proctor via email jm294@cam.ac.uk

This appointment also requires a Research Passport application.

To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please click the  'Apply' button above.

Please ensure that you outline how you match the criteria for the post and why you are applying for this role on the online Application form.

Please include details of your referees, including email address and phone number, one of which must be your most recent line manager.

The closing date for applications is: 6th September 2024

The interview date for the role is: 16th September 2024

Please quote reference RS43041 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

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