Data Manager

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Data Manager to support a diverse portfolio of clinical trials in a dynamic environment. This role is essential for maintaining high-quality data and supporting clinical research staff in delivering excellent patient care. The successful candidate will be part of a collaborative team, ensuring timely data entry and effective communication with various stakeholders. With a commitment to sustainability and excellence in healthcare, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research and patient care in a leading NHS trust. If you are organized, proactive, and passionate about making a difference, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience in clinical research and knowledge of cancer is preferred.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work autonomously.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of clinical trials and ensure data quality.
• Process biological samples and maintain trial documentation.
• Liaise with clinical staff and support departments professionally.

Skills

Clinical Research Experience

Verbal Communication Skills

Written Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Proactive Attitude

Education

Degree in a relevant field

Tools

Data Entry Software

Database Management Systems

Job description

The Cancer Clinical Trials Unit at UCLH is looking to recruit a Data Manager to support a portfolio of Phase I-III clinical trials in the Lymphoma and MPN trials team. You may be required to cover other disease areas on a short-term or longer-term basis.

The post-holder will be required to deliver and verify trial-specific information to sponsors, support the team with the set-up of new clinical trials and assist as needed with the processing of biological samples, amongst other tasks. You will be part of a supportive and dynamic team, working closely with clinical research staff. Whilst the position is administrative, the role is vital in supporting clinical research staff deliver excellent care to patients with cancer.

We are currently supporting hybrid remote working, allowing a combination of working from home and office-based working. Flexibility around on-site working is essential, and you may be required to attend the office at relatively short notice to ensure that the service is covered.

We ideally want someone with experience of clinical research, knowledge of cancer, good verbal and written communication skills and some experience of working in a healthcare setting. However, if you have some of these criteria and clear enthusiasm for the role, then please apply.

The Post Holder Will

• Have a portfolio of trials for which they are responsible
• Complete data entry into case report forms for assigned trials as per protocols
• Ensure case report forms are completed are of high quality, accurate and sent in a timely manner
• Resolve issues with source data and anomalous data at the time of reporting, reviewing against previously reported data as well as local and national normal ranges.
• Prioritise workload to manage time effectively
• Process updated information and documents for the successful running of the study
• Create and maintain both paper and electronic trial site files
• Maintain list/database of up-coming, current and recently closed clinical trials
• Maintain electronic and paper list of accrual to trials
• Organise and prepare documentation for audits and monitoring visits.
• Process biological samples in the trials lab
• Liaise with the MDT, Principal and Sub Investigators, Sponsors, and support departments professionally and appropriately
• Obtain tumour block samples
• Upload scans as required by trial protocol
• Escalate issues to senior team members

The portfolio is very diverse, with a wide range of studies, to reflect the varied nature of the disease area in this age group. The successful applicant should be organised, pro-active and able to work autonomously, while also collaborating and communicating with the rest of the trials team and the doctor.

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.

We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:

• University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)
• National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
• Royal National Throat, Nose and Ear Hospital
• Eastman Dental Hospital
• Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine
• University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
• The Hospital for Tropical Diseases
• University College Hospitals at Westmoreland Street

We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women’s health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.

We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Louise Enfield Job title: Researcher Email address: [e-mail]