Clinical Trials Assistant

Location: Department of Paediatrics, Children's Research Team, John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford 

Salary: £27,838 - £31,459 with a discretionary range to £34,046 per annum (pro-rata) 

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity to join the Children's Research Team in the Department of Paediatrics as our Clinical Trials Assistant.

We are looking for someone with excellent organisational, administrative and communication skills who can work flexibly to support our research team in the Neonatal Unit.

You will be working in a growing department within the Medical Sciences Division. The Department of Paediatrics is a world leader in child health research and hosts internationally renowned research programmes in drug development, gastroenterology, haematology, HIV, immunology, neuroimaging, neuromuscular diseases and vaccinology.

This position is offered part time (0.6 FTE) on a maternity cover contract.

The working week will be shaped by study schedules, administrative processes and meetings that are scheduled. Your base will be the at the Neonatal Unit, Women’s Centre, John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford but you may be required to visit the Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Hospitals sites which are within a 20 mins walking distance.

About the department

The Department of Paediatrics holds the Athena Swan Gold award (a national gender equality charter) acknowledging the innovative policies and practices developed across the department. We encourage staff to develop their skills by offering all staff ten paid days of professional development each year and have a policy where staff can apply to receive funding for further training courses to support their professional development. For staff on work visas, we also offer financial assistance towards visa renewal fees.

Please visit our website to find out more about the Department.

About you

You will need strong time management skills as well as excellent IT and literacy skills. We require you to have the ability to build effective working relationships, be highly motivated and undertake tasks on your own initiative.

You must have the ability to plan and undertake your work in an accurate, methodical and efficient manner. It is important to be able to multitask, have meticulous attention to detail and see problem solving as an enjoyable challenge.

Application Process

You will be required to upload a CV and Supporting Statement as part of your online application. The Supporting Statement should include a cover letter and should also clearly describe how you meet each of the selection criteria listed in the job description. Click here for information and advice on writing an effective Supporting Statement.

To discuss the post in more detail, please contact Rebecca Beckley, the Project Manager, using the contact details below.

Only online applications received before 12.00 midday on 15th November 2024 will be considered. Interviews will be held as soon as possible thereafter.

The Department of Paediatrics offers an Interview Expense Reimbursement Policy in its efforts towards equality, diversity and inclusion. Should you be invited to interview, we will share further information about the policy at that stage.

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