Research Clinical Trial Manager

Camden and Islington NHS Foundation Trust; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare trust in London is seeking a Research Trial Manager to coordinate a clinical trial within the PETAL research programme. The role involves strategic and operational management, conducting qualitative interviews, and engaging with various stakeholders. Essential qualifications include a relevant degree and project management skills. This position is an excellent opportunity for individuals with experience in academic research and mental health.

Qualifications

• Experience in high-quality academic research using specified methods.
• Personal experience with people who have complex mental health needs.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of a clinical trial.
• Conduct qualitative interviews with stakeholders.
• Lead project planning and execution.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Project management skills

Team management

Education

First degree (2:1 or higher) in a relevant health or social science

Masters or Doctoral degree in a health-related subject

Job description

Overview

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Job summary

Camden and Islington NHS Foundation Trust are seeking a Research Trial Manager to work on the PETAL (Personalised treatment packages for adults with learning disabilities who display aggression in community settings) research programme, funded by the National Institute of Health Research (NIHR)'s Programme Grants for Applied Science (PGAR). It is conducted in collaboration with University College London and is led by Professor Angela Hassiotis, professor of psychiatry of intellectual disabilities and consultant psychiatrist at Camden and Islington NHS Foundation Trust. The post will be based at University College London, where the study lead works.

About us

The post will involve the coordination and management of all aspects of a clinical trial that will recruit from NHS community intellectual disability services across three countries (England, Scotland and Northern Ireland). You will be provided with an induction to working for Camden and Islington NHS Foundation Trust, and supervision in your role will be provided by the Chief Investigator.

Responsibilities

• Lead the coordination of the clinical trial and provide strategic, tactical and operational management for planning and execution of the project.
• Demonstrate flair, enthusiasm, innovation and leadership when faced with challenges.
• Communicate and present effectively; organise and motivate team members; work with the programme manager and co-applicants to deliver the trial.
• Carry out qualitative interviews with a proportion of stakeholders as required.

Job description and requirements

Job responsibilities

A detailed description of the Research Trial Manager role and its essential and desirable requirements is provided in the Job Description and Person Specification. A DBS criminal records check is required. Some travel around the boroughs of Camden and Islington.

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• First degree (2:1 or higher) in a relevant health or social science
• Project management qualifications or proven relevant skills

Desirable

• Masters or Doctoral degree in a health-related subject or equivalent research experience

Experience

Essential

• Personal experience of working with or contact with people who have complex mental health needs and/or intellectual disability
• Experience of conducting high quality academic research using methods mentioned in Job Description

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written to facilitate liaising with internal and external colleagues in setting up, administering and managing the trial

Knowledge

Essential

• In-depth awareness of key research issues (systematic reviews and meta-analyses, synthesis of evidence, quantitative and qualitative data analysis)

Other information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a DBS submission to check for previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the relevant government site.

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants applying for entry clearance into the UK have to present a criminal records certificate from each country resided in for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18) are also subject to this requirement.

Closing date for applications 13-Jun-2023. This listing is indicative of an earlier posting and may be closed.

Contact

For further information or an informal discussion about these posts, please contact:

Professor Angela Hassiotis
Division of Psychiatry UCL
Maple House
149 Tottenham Court Road
London
W1T 7NF
e-mail: [e-mail]

Employer details

Camden and Islington NHS Foundation Trust
Division of Psychiatry UCL
149 Tottenham Court Road
London
W1T 7NF