Research and Development Administrator | Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A public hospital trust in the UK is seeking an administrative support professional for its Research and Development team. This role involves maintaining the EDGE R&D Management System database and providing assistance with quarterly submissions to NIHR. The post holder will also prepare newsletters, draft correspondence, and manage meetings. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail are essential. The role offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities to liaise with research staff and management.

Qualifications

• Experience with administrative duties in a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail for database maintenance.
• Ability to manage and organise data effectively.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the EDGE R&D Management System database accurately.
• Draft letters, emails, and reports, as well as prepare newsletters.
• Organise meetings and take minutes during internal and external meetings.

Job description

Overview

The post holder will be responsible for a range of administrative duties to support the Research and Development (R&D) team. A key aspect of the role is the accurate and timely maintenance of the EDGE R&D Management System database, as well as supporting the quarterly submissions to NIHR. The role also involves preparing the departmental newsletter, drafting letters, emails, and reports, organising meetings, and taking minutes at both internal and external meetings. Maintaining accurate, up-to-date, and comprehensive records is essential, including managing data on the EDGE system and maintaining both electronic and paper-based filing systems.

The preferred working pattern is Monday to Friday. This is a varied and dynamic role, offering the opportunity to work closely with the Lead Research Nurse, Research Nurses/Midwives, and Clinical Research Practitioners on a day-to-day basis. The post holder will also liaise regularly with the Associate Director of Research and Development, Trust management, and both internal and external researchers.

Additionally, the role includes supporting the research team with Trust-wide trial data collection and monthly data cleansing activities, which contribute to the preparation of both internal and external reports.

The post holder must have the following qualifications and attributes: