Clinical Trial Manager

University of Oxford; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Oxford is seeking a Clinical Trial Manager to oversee community health issues studies. This role involves managing all aspects of clinical trials, from regulatory approvals to data analysis, offering a supportive environment with opportunities for development. The position is full-time with potential flexible arrangements and remote work options.

Qualifications

• Experience in a research environment.
• Knowledge of the full life-cycle of study management.
• Ability to work well in a busy team environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead on the studies currently in set-up.
• Develop trial essential documents and secure regulatory approvals.
• Conduct site initiation visits and manage recruitment.

Skills

Strong computer literacy

Ability to prioritise tasks effectively

Education

Good first degree or equivalent experience in research

Job description

Clinical Trial Manager – Overview

Applications are invited for a Clinical Trial Manager to work within the NDPCHS Primary Care Clinical Trials Unit (PC‑CTU) led by Prof Chris Butler and Prof Ly‑Mee Yu. The PC‑CTU conducts trials across a broad range of community health issues, including cardiovascular and metabolic disease, cancer, infectious diseases, childhood illnesses, mental health and wellbeing, obesity, poor diet and smoking. The unit offers a friendly, supportive team environment and training opportunities to advance a career in trial management.

Responsibilities

• Lead on one of the studies currently in set‑up in the unit.
• Develop trial essential documents and secure relevant regulatory approvals.
• Conduct site initiation visits, manage recruitment and study logistics.
• Contribute to data analysis and oversight committees.
• Handle all key tasks across the trial life‑cycle and line‑manage either the study itself or the trial management group.

Qualifications

• Hold a good first degree, or have equivalent experience in a research environment.
• Have detailed knowledge of the full life‑cycle of study management.
• Strong computer literacy and ability to work well in a busy team environment.
• Ability to prioritise tasks effectively.

Working Conditions & Employment

• Full‑time position; part‑time and flexible working arrangements can be considered.
• Full employment for a period of two years in the first instance, with possibility of extension.
• Remote working possible with prior agreement with line manager.

Location

Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6GG.