Research Approvals Manager | Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Southend University Hospital NHS Trust; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A large healthcare Trust in England is seeking an experienced Research Approvals Manager to ensure consistent and high-quality research governance. The position involves assessing clinical research projects and coordinating necessary departmental approvals. Ideal candidates will have experience in research governance and a passion for improving patient care. This role offers the opportunity to contribute significantly to the Trust's mission.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a team to ensure all research studies are assessed by necessary departments.
• Ensure studies are feasible, can be delivered on time, and are financially supported.
• Coordinate approval and implementation of amendments and necessary documentation.

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a dynamic experienced Research Approvals Manager to deliver our vision for consistent and high quality research governance at one of the largest Trusts in the country, serving over a million patients.

The role is to develop, coordinate and administer a robust system to assess proposed clinical research projects and provide assurance on their suitability for the sites across MSEFT.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a team of Research Approvals Managers to ensure all research studies within a defined portfolio of clinical specialties and disease areas are assessed by the necessary departments.
• Arrange that studies initiated across MSEFT are feasible, can be delivered to time and target, and are strategically and financially supported.
• Coordinate the approval and implementation of amendments and the issuing of appropriate letters or access, honorary contracts or research passports.

About the organisation and vision

Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers. We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.

Application information

Are you looking for an exciting Research Approvals Manager role using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you.

For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description. We look forward to your application.

Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable number of applications.

This advert closes on Tuesday 23 Sep 2025