PenCTU Trial Manager and Assistant Trial Manager

Plymouth University; Plymouth; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Plymouth is seeking a Trial Manager to join the Peninsula Clinical Trials Unit. Applicants should have substantial trial management experience and a good understanding of clinical trial life cycles. The role allows for flexible working arrangements with occasional on-site presence expected. Competitive annual leave and various employee benefits are provided.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Pension scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Development opportunities

Enhanced family leave

Retailer discounts

On-site nursery

Qualifications

• Good understanding of all stages in the life cycle of clinical trials.
• Experience in the central management of randomised controlled trials.
• Knowledge of NHS research governance and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a portfolio of clinical studies.
• Work closely with a team of trial managers, data managers, and clinicians.

Skills

Fluent writing

Excellent oral communication skills

Highly organized

Meticulous attention to detail

Proficiency in Microsoft Word

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Proficiency in Microsoft Powerpoint

Education

Relevant qualification in clinical or related discipline

Job description

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The UKCRC-registered Peninsula Clinical Trials Unit (PenCTU) at the University of Plymouth provides multi-disciplinary academic support to researchers and clinicians for the design and conduct of high quality clinical trials and other well designed research studies. With a growing portfolio of studies, funded by the NIHR and other major non-commercial research funding bodies, we currently have an exciting opportunity to get involved with clinical trials

About the role

We now have a vacancy for a Trial Manager and an Assistant Trial Manager, to join the successful trial management team within the PenCTU. This is an exciting opportunity to join a CTU that has retained full registration status from the UK Clinical Research Collaboration (UKCRC) since 2007. PenCTU has a growing portfolio of studies funded by the NIHR and other major non-commercial research funding bodies.

We are looking for a suitably experienced person, with energy and enthusiasm to grasp new opportunities and help shape the future of the PenCTU within a committed team. You will work closely with a team of trial managers, data managers, programmers, statisticians, other methodologists and clinicians to develop and manage a portfolio of clinical studies on behalf of investigators across the South-West peninsula and further afield.

Appointment grade will be dependent on skills and experience. You must have a good understanding of all stages in the life cycle of clinical trials. Applicants applying for the Grade 7 Trial Manager role should have substantial experience in the central management of randomised controlled trials. Experience of managing trials of investigational medicinal products and/or trials of complex interventions particularly beneficial.

Knowledge of NHS research governance and the regulatory requirements governing the conduct of clinical trials in the UK is essential, along with a good understanding of NHS research infrastructure and funding.

For more information on Peninsula Medical School please visit our dedicated webpage at https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/schools

We can accommodate working from home for this role, flexibility to be on-site will be expected due to business needs.

For an informal discussion to find out more about the role then please contact Wendy Ingram: by email at [e-mail]

Please note: We're currently unable to sponsor this role under the Skilled Worker visa route. However, we welcome all applicants, as other visa options may be available.

What we’re looking for

You should have educational attainment at further education level in a relevant discipline or comparable level qualification in a clinical or related discipline, or demonstrable equivalent experience. You will write fluently, have excellent oral communication skills, be highly organised, demonstrate meticulous attention to detail and be able to prioritise their workload. Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Powerpoint is essential.

The PenCTU is based within the Faculty of Health at the University of Plymouth. The post is based at the University of Plymouth's North Campus at the Plymouth Science Park, Derriford, Plymouth.

You should tailor your application towards the Job Description for which you meet the criteria, although the university reserves the right to make an offer at the appropriate level in relation to skills and experience.

For more information about the job and the person specification, please refer to the job description.

About us

The Faculty of Health holds four Silver Athena Swan awards, which recognise our commitment to supporting gender equality within higher education.

Application Process

Please apply online, demonstrating how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the knowledge, qualifications, training, and experience elements of the job description in your supporting statement.

Following the closing date of the vacancy, you will be notified on the outcome of your application in due course.

Anticipated Interview Date:

Week commencing Monday 5 January 2026

Our Offer

When joining us, you will receive:

• Generous annual leave: 25 (Grade 6) - 35 (Grade 7) Days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays & Closure Days
• Generous pension scheme
• Cycle to Work & Electric Car Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Development opportunities
• Enhanced family leave
• Flexible working
• Retailer discounts
• On-site nursery

A summary of our comprehensive benefits can be viewed here .

Additional Information

The University of Plymouth is an inclusive community where everyone is welcomed regardless of their background. To find out more about our inclusive community initiatives, such as Athena Swan and the Race Equality Charter, please visit our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion webpages .