Clinical Trial Manager (Fixed Term)

University of Nottingham; Wales; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research university in the UK is looking for an experienced Clinical Trial Manager to manage and deliver clinical trials. The role involves supervising a multidisciplinary research team while ensuring the successful completion of trials. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in clinical trial management and a strong track record in project management. This position offers a hybrid working model and generous holiday entitlement.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Access to fitness and health facilities

Staff discounts and travel schemes

Qualifications

• Significant experience as a clinical trial manager/coordinator.
• Successful project management of clinical research.
• Experience working within multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver clinical trials in collaboration with the Chief Investigator.
• Supervise the activities of other research team members to ensure quality.

Skills

Project management

Team collaboration

Problem-solving skills

Education

Degree in a relevant subject or equivalent experience

Job description

Overview

The unit is seeking to recruit an experienced Clinical Trial Manager to work within our multidisciplinary team to ensure successful delivery of trials. You will work closely with the Chief Investigator, other researchers and clinicians to ensure efficient and successful completion of the trial. The post holder will also be responsible for supervising the activities of other members of the research team.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver clinical trials in collaboration with the Chief Investigator and multidisciplinary team.
• Supervise the activities of other members of the research team to ensure high-quality trial conduct.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant subject, and/or significant experience as a clinical trial manager/coordinator.
• Track record of successful project management of clinical research.
• Experience working within multidisciplinary teams with strong skills in understanding and applying knowledge to address complex problems and challenges.

About us

This post is an exciting opportunity to join the Nottingham Clinical Trials Unit (NCTU) based in the beautiful University of Nottingham\'s University Park campus.

NCTU is a rapidly growing UK Clinical Research Collaboration registered Clinical Trials Unit (www.ukcrc-ctu.org.uk) based in the School of Medicine at the University of Nottingham. Our mission is to conduct top quality, high impact multicentre clinical trials across a range of health areas which will improve health outcomes. We have a broad and expanding portfolio of trials. In addition, we conduct methodological work to improve the efficiency and quality of trial design, conduct, analysis and reporting. NCTU has close links with NHS Trusts, universities and industry partners.

Please visit www.nctu.ac.uk for further details.

What we can offer in return

• A friendly, diverse, and supportive working environment.
• Agile working: This role can either be fully office-based or open to a hybrid working model with a blended approach of home and office working. Typically, you will work a minimum of 2-3 days (pro-rata) per week on campus.
• Generous holiday entitlement of 30 days (pro rata) plus standard bank holidays and five university closure days including closure between Christmas and New Year.
• Commitment to staff development through the provision of training, continued support, and career progression opportunities.
• Access to a range of benefits and rewards, including fitness and health facilities, staff discounts, travel schemes and many more. To find out more about what we can offer you, follow the link to our benefits website.

How to apply

To apply for this role, please complete the application form in full. Ensure you tailor your answers to reflect the role requirements in the role profile.

Refer to our candidate guidance on writing an application and the use of AI: https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/jobs/candidate-guidance/writing-your-application.aspx

Details

Hours of work are full-time (36.25 hours per week). However, applications are also welcome from candidates wishing to work part-time (minimum 29 hours per week). Please specify in your application if you wish to work part time and the number of preferred hours.

This post is offered on a fixed-term contract for 24 months. Job share arrangements may also be considered.

Requests for secondment from internal candidates may be considered on the basis that prior agreement has been sought from both your current line manager and the manager of your substantive post, if you are already undertaking a secondment role.

Closing Date: Wednesday 01 October 2025

Reference: MED228325X1

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Beki Haydock, email [e-mail]. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.