Location: Churchill Hospital, Oxford
About the Role
We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Assistant Trial Manager to join our team at the Oxford Respiratory Trials Unit (ORTU).
This is a great opportunity for someone wanting to take the next step into clinical trial management or for someone who already has experience but is looking for a challenge in a new area.
You will have an opportunity to learn and develop your skills in the set up and management of a variety of trials conducted at ORTU, including CTIMPs, and in supporting other members of the unit with different aspects of study delivery.
This post requires someone with experience of working in clinical research and an understanding and previous experience of working to Good Clinical Practice and the regulations and guidelines applicable to clinical trials in the UK.
You must be able to work both as a member of a multi-disciplinary team and independently, using your own initiative to seek solutions to problems and provide excellent administrative and project management support.
Hybrid working will be considered in line with department policy.
About You
- Educated to minimum A-level or equivalent
- Proven administrative and project management skills
- Experience of working in clinical research
- An understanding and previous experience of working to Good Clinical Practice and the regulations and guidelines applicable to clinical trials in the UK
- Evidence of self-motivation, initiative and the ability to work both independently and as part of a busy team.
- Evidence of following and working to detailed written instructions associated with quality control or compliance, and ability to maintain clear and accurate records
- Ability to work under pressure
- Evidence of organisational and prioritising skills and the ability to meet tight deadlines
- Effective communication, negotiation, presentation and inter-personal skills
- Ability to demonstrate critical and intelligent attention to detail and high standards of accuracy
- Familiarity with the Internet, and proficiency in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Experience of working with CTIMP’s and supervising, mentoring or training staff is desirable.
About the Nuffield Department of Clinical Medicine
The Nuffield Department of Clinical Medicine (NDM) is one of the largest departments of the University of Oxford and is part of the Medical Sciences Division, with responsibility for a significant part of the teaching of clinical students within the Medical School.
Benefits of working
University employees enjoy 38 days’ paid holiday, generous pension schemes, travel discounts, and a variety of professional development opportunities. Our range of other employee benefits and discounts also includes free entry to the Botanic Gardens and University colleges, and discounts at University museums. See
hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/staff-benefits
Application Process
The post is full-time, 37.5 hours per week and fixed-term for 12 months in the first instance.
Applications for this vacancy are to be made online. You must upload a supporting statement and CV as part of your online application.
Only applications received before 12:00 midday on 08/11/2024 will be considered.