Band 4 Data Administrator (Research)

NHS; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Birmingham is seeking a Band 4 Data Administrator for its Cancer Research Team. The role entails managing data and supporting clinical research trials in haematology and oncology. Applicants should have a valid GCP certificate, experience in clinical trials, and knowledge of cancer terminology. This position fosters teamwork and requires strong skills in data handling and communication, contributing to vital cancer research efforts.

Qualifications

• Valid GCP certificate is required for the role.
• Experience with clinical trials and understanding of oncology terminology is essential.
• Must demonstrate the understanding of patient confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Data management and support for cancer research trials.
• Liaise with trial centres and pharmaceutical companies.
• Organise and accommodate monitoring visits.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisation skills

Problem-solving ability

Customer care skills

Understanding of equality and diversity

Education

Good General Education (GCSE English and Maths A-C/4-9 or equivalent)

Business Administration NVQ level 3 or equivalent

Education to A level or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

IT systems knowledge

Job description

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Band 4 Data Administrator (Research)

The closing date is 21 January 2026

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Cancer Research Team.

The post holder will work on a range of haematology and oncology clinical research trials based at Heartlands Hospital. The post holder will be responsible for data management and other trial related tasks to support cancer research.

You will work closely with members of the research team as well as the wider multidisciplinary teams to ensure that data is reported as per Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards. You will make sure documentation is regularly updated and will liaise with clinical trial centres and pharmaceutical companies to ensure the smooth running of cancer research trials.

Applicants must hold a valid GCP certificate, have direct experience with clinical trials and an understanding of cancer related terminology to be considered for shortlisting.

Main duties of the job

This role involves but is not limited to data entry, query resolution, site file maintenance, organising and accommodating monitoring visits, processing amendments, completing study close out visits and archiving of trials.

Required skills

• hold a valid GCP certificate
• experience of funcional help with clinical trials
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You will be expected to adhere to appropriate regulations and GCP principles to ensure high quality research and the protection of patients.

About us

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.

Job responsibilities

*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*

Qualifications

• Good General Education (e.g. GCSE English and Maths A-C/ 4-9 or equivalent)
• Business Administration NVQ level 3 or equivalent experience in an administrative environment.
• Education to A level or equivalent

Experience

• Knowledge of dealing with non-routine issues such as problem solving for an area of work
• Experience of dealing with the Public/Customer service experience
• Experience of working with a range of Microsoft Office packages (eg. Word, Excel and Outlook)
• Experience of using IT systems
• Understand confidentiality and apply the principles in everyday working practice
• Must be able to demonstrate an understanding of equality and diversity
• Evidence of administrative or clinical audit experience in an NHS setting
• Knowledge of medical terminology and knowledge of Haematology and Oncology as required for the post.
• Working knowledge of patient confidentiality/ Caldicott guidelines
• Awareness of Research Governance as far as it affects collection of research Study data

Additional Criteria

• Good communication / customer care skills both written and verbal demonstrating sympathy and compassion
• Good organisation skills and ability to multitask
• Ability to deal professionally with enquiries from staff, Patients and Visitors
• Ability to problem solve
• Ability to pay attention to detail where there are predictable interruptions to the work pattern
• Ability to deal with stressful situations and sensitive issues
• Work effectively and flexibly as part of a team to meet the needs of the services
• Confident in dealing with people at all levels
• Flexible approach to work
• Demonstrates care and compassion
• Ability to travel to multiple sites
• Able to produce reports and graphs for internal and external audit purposes as required.
• Audiotyping

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.

Employer name

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust