Clinical Research Coordinator - The Generation Study

NHS; Tooting; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Tooting is seeking a motivated Clinical Research Coordinator to support The Generation Study, focusing on expanding newborn screening through genomic research. The role involves coordinating daily research activities, engaging with the public and participants, and ensuring compliance with clinical protocols. Candidates should have a life sciences degree, excellent organizational skills, and experience in clinical settings. This is a full-time, fixed-term role with a salary ranging from £37,259 to £45,356.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year in a clinical trial setting or similar.
• Experience in data entry and management.
• Dealing with the public, and team projects.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the delivery of The Generation Study with stakeholders.
• Support the identification and recruitment of pregnant individuals.
• Assist with sample processing and data entry.

Skills

Excellent organization

Communication

Attention to detail

IT skills (Excel, PowerPoint)

Time management

Education

Life sciences degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated Clinical Research Coordinator to join St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust to work on The Generation Study.

The Generation Study, sponsored by Genomics England, is a landmark national study aiming to evaluate the feasibility and effectiveness of expanding newborn screening. The study involves sequencing the DNA of 100,000 newborns to identify rare genetic conditions.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge genomic research with the potential to shape the future of newborn screening in the UK.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will coordinate the day-to-day delivery of The Generation Study in collaboration with maternity services, research midwives, Principal Investigators, R&D, and Genomics England.

The Clinical Research Coordinator will play a key role in delivering the study across maternity and research services, supporting the identification and recruitment of pregnant individuals, assisting with core study procedures including sample processing and data entry, all in accordance with Good Clinical Practice and the study protocol. There will also be a focus on promoting engagement with the study among the public, participants, and clinicians to ensure the success of the program.

About us

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the country's principal teaching hospitals. Our main site is shared with City St George's, University of London, which trains medical students and conducts advanced medical research. We have over 9,000 dedicated staff serving a population of 1.3 million across south-west London.

We deliver a variety of services including cardiothoracic medicine and surgery, neurosciences, and renal transplantation. We also serve significant populations from Surrey and Sussex, totaling around 3.5 million people. Our services include acute hospital care, specialist care, and community services.

Details

Date posted: 01 August 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for Change

Band: Band 5

Salary: £37,259 to £45,356 per year, inclusive of HCAS (Inner)

Contract: Fixed-term

Duration: 1 year

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 200-NN-7321488-A&C-Z

Job location: St George's Hospital, Blackshaw Road, Tooting, SW17 0QT

Job description

For detailed responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached supporting job description and person specification document. Ensure your application mentions these documents.

Note: The vacancy may close earlier than the advised date depending on application volume.

Person Specification

Qualifications (Essential): Life sciences degree or equivalent experience.

Desirable qualifications: Recent GCP training or qualification in research/clinical trials.

Experience (Essential): At least 1 year in a clinical trial setting or similar, experience in data entry and management, dealing with the public, and team projects.

Desirable experience: NHS experience, project management, clinical laboratory work, familiarity with Research Governance policies.

Skills (Essential): Excellent organization, communication, attention to detail, IT skills (Excel, PowerPoint), patient communication, time management, ability to work under pressure.

Desirable skills: Phlebotomy.

Knowledge (Essential): Clinical trials regulations, medical terminology.

Desirable knowledge: Clinical genetics, reproductive health, maternal health.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This position requires a DBS check due to the nature of the work involving vulnerable populations.

Employer details

Name: St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address: St George's Hospital, Blackshaw Road, Tooting, SW17 0QT

Website: https://www.stgeorges.nhs.uk/