Research Governance Coordinator

NHS; Hazel Grove; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare provider is seeking a Research Governance Coordinator to support the management of their research portfolio. The role involves ensuring compliance with national standards, coordinating research governance processes, and promoting quality improvement initiatives. Applicants should have a relevant degree and experience in an NHS research environment. The position offers flexibility and is essential to maintaining high-quality research processes.

Benefits

27-33 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Salary sacrifice schemes

Cycle to work scheme

Stockport Credit Union financial advice

Qualifications

• Experience working in an NHS research environment.
• Ability to manage multiple projects.
• Experience supporting quality improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with research governance standards.
• Coordinate support across the research lifecycle.
• Engage with stakeholders to promote research.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Relevant first degree or equivalent

Clinical research qualification

Recent GCP training

Job description

The post holder will support the co-ordination, administration and data collection functions within the Research, Development and Innovation (RD&I) team for effective management of our Trust's research portfolio. This will involve facilitation of research feasibility assessments, ensuring efficient initiation, continued delivery and closure of research studies, standardisation and implementation of financial and data systems and support with research activity and performance monitoring/ reporting. There will be close liaison with clinicians, clinical research nurses, trials administration staff, study sponsors, service departments and the North West Regional Research Delivery Network (NW RRDN) to ensure the appropriate review and confirmation of research projects.

The post holder will support the promotion, delivery and monitoring of quality assurance and improvement programmes within research in accordance with Trust and departmental objectives, relevant legislation and standards, good governance and best practice. They will also provide training and advice in best practice to all of our Trust's research active staff.

Main duties of the job

The Research Governance Coordinator will be responsible for providing high-quality governance and administrative support across the Trust's research portfolio. This role is essential in maintaining robust systems of accountability, ensuring that research is conducted safely, ethically, and in compliance with national and international standards. The post holder will act as a central point of coordination for research governance processes, working closely with the Research & Innovation (R&I) Manager, clinical colleagues, trial staff, sponsors, and external partners. Please see the job description for the full details of the role requirements.

and external partners.

About us

We hold a unique position in the Stockport community as the provider of healthcare and we are one of its largest employers.

We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.

We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from you.

If you require support with your application please contact a member of the recruitment team, who can discuss alternative application methods.

We recognise that flexible working is important. We take requests for flexible working seriously, consider any request we receive and try to work with you, so we can explore if your request may fit with the needs of the service.

Benefits we offer to you:

• Between 27-33 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• Salary sacrifice schemes for lease cars, home electronics and more, to make your salary go further
• Cycle to work scheme
• Salary finance - for loans, savings, budget planning and tips on managing debt
• Stockport Credit Union- for local financial advice

Job responsibilities

• Research Governance & Compliance
  • Ensure research projects comply with ICH-GCP, HRA, EU directives, Data Protection, and Trust standards.
  • Oversee approvals, contracts, feasibility, and capacity and capability confirmations.
  • Maintain/ develop SOPs, policies, and quality assurance systems.
  • Support audits, inspections, and regulatory submissions.
• Study Support & Coordination
  • Provide functional support across the research lifecycle (feasibility, set-up, conduct, closure, archiving).
  • Ensure amendments and participant documents are processed correctly and on time.
  • Maintain accurate research and performance records (electronic and paper).
• Communication & Stakeholder Engagement
  • Liaise with investigators, clinical teams, sponsors, service departments, and the NW RRDN.
  • Promote research internally and externally.
  • Supporting with training and development within research.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

• Relevant first degree or equivalent professional experience within a NHS research coordination setting
• Evidence of continuing professional development within field relevant to role
• Experience of supporting projects focusing on quality and improvement
• Clinical research or project management qualification
• GCP recognised recent training

Knowledge

• Comprehensive working knowledge of the purpose, application and processes associated with clinical research, including appropriate research standards, frameworks and legislation
• Understanding of the National Institute of Health Research and its national supporting structure for NHS Trusts
• Knowledge of research specific quality systems

Experience

• Experience of working in an NHS research and innovation environment
• Experience of working in an advisory capacity
• Experience of liaising with different professional groups and organisations at all levels
• Experience of developing and implementing new processes/ procedures
• Experience of delivering training to a range of audience

Skills and Abilities

• Highly effective communication skills
• Ability to communicate sensitive, complex information to healthcare professionals
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to influence/ motivate others
• Analytical and problem solving skills

Work Related Circumstances

• Occupational health clearance
• Some flexibility in working hours to meet service need
• Ability to travel independently between hospital sites or to attend research related meetings (as required)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Research and Innovation (R&I), R&I Office, Ward C2

Research and Innovation (R&I), R&I Office, Ward C2