Clinical Trials Support Assistant/Clinical Trials Assistant

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Clinical Trials Support Assistant to support the Research & Innovation team. This position offers a developmental role with opportunities for career progression, comprehensive training, and a supportive environment. Ideal for candidates looking to enhance their skills in research administration within clinical trials. The candidate must have good communication skills, a team-oriented approach, and attention to detail. Flexibility and a willingness to travel are required.

Benefits

Flexible working

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Ability to plan and undertake work in an accurate and methodical manner.
• Willingness to travel to other sites within the Trust.

Responsibilities

• Support clinical trials administration within the Pooled Resource Team.
• Ensure compliance with the regulatory framework and financial management.
• Provide timely and efficient administrative support.

Skills

Good communication skills

Team-oriented approach

Attention to detail

Solid administrative and IT skills

Job description

Overview

A Vacancy at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust.

We are looking for a Clinical Trials Support Assistant to join the Research & Innovation team at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust to support research within the Pooled Resource Team.

This post is offered as a Band 2-3 Developmental role. The post-holder will join the team at Band 2 AfC salary (Clinical Trials Support Assistant) and progress to Band 3 AfC salary (Clinical Trials Assistant) upon successfully completing the competency assessment criteria checklist for the Band 3 role over a minimum 6 months in post. Depending on experience, the time period for completing the assessment criteria may be extended.

The successful applicant will work closely with a dedicated mentor who will provide robust training to enable them to meet the above competencies within the outlined timeframe.

This post is ideal for anyone who would like to develop and enhance their skills and progress with their research career.

The post holder will be integral for driving research across adult and paediatric research specialties. The postholder will need to be flexible and adaptable to support the set up and coordination within any research specialty at MFT, based upon service need, and also be willing to travel to other sites in the Trust where required.

Responsibilities

• Support clinical trials administration within the Pooled Resource Team.
• Ensure comprehensive, high quality and efficient administrative processes are in place for setting up studies and data management.
• Ensure full compliance with the regulatory framework, including financial management of study set-up costs and income recovery in conjunction with the R&I finance team.
• Communicate effectively with team members and collaborate to maintain service delivery.
• Provide proactive, timely, and efficient administrative support to contribute to team performance and delivery.

Qualifications and Skills

• Good communication skills and a team-oriented approach.
• Ability to plan and undertake work in an accurate, methodical, and efficient manner.
• Strong attention to detail, with solid administrative and IT skills.
• Willingness to travel to other sites within the Trust as required.

What We Offer and Expectations

The Trust is dedicated to supporting its staff, with a comprehensive induction and ongoing training and development opportunities. Flexible working and potential travel to other sites are part of the role.

MFT is one of the largest NHS Trusts in England, with a turnover of over £3bn. We are committed to creating an exceptional integrated health & social care system and champion collaborative working.

We are a digitally enabled organisation aiming to improve clinical quality, patient & staff experience, and operational effectiveness through initiatives like Hive (Electronic Patient Record system).

We are a major academic Research Centre & Education provider and are pursuing our Green Plan to promote sustainable healthcare.

We foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, with equal opportunities for career development, health and wellbeing, and transparent processes. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our resourcing team at [e-mail].

Diversity Matters

MFT is committed to equality of opportunity and diversity, encouraging applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.

All individuals are encouraged to apply. This advert closes on Wednesday 15 Oct 2025.