Research Site Manager

Basildon and Thurrock University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent NHS Trust in the United Kingdom is seeking a Research Site Manager to oversee clinical research operations. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, management experience, and the ability to foster collaboration within multidisciplinary teams. Responsibilities include planning and managing the research infrastructure, ensuring compliance with ethical standards, and building strong relationships with research teams and external partners. This role requires a Master's qualification and extensive experience in research management.

Qualifications

• Significant experience of managing and coordinating clinical research studies.
• Clinical expertise in healthcare within the NHS.
• Evidence of managing people/team.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage the research infrastructure at Basildon Hospital or Southend Hospital.
• Oversee clinical research studies to ensure compliance with ethical standards.
• Communicate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and external partners.

Skills

Self-motivated

Analytical skills

Time management

Problem-solving

Leadership qualities

Excellent communication

Education

Masters Qualification or equivalent

Professional Registration accreditation

GCP certification

Job description

Job overview

To support our ambition to increase opportunities for patients to take part in research studies, we are seeking two individuals who have a strong track record in research delivery operational management.

One position will be based at Basildon Hospital and the other at Southend Hospital.

You need to be self-motivated individual with strong analytical, time management and problem-solving skills and the ability to think laterally.

Strong leadership qualities are crucial for this position. The Research Site Manager must inspire and motivate a multidisciplinary team, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.

You should possess excellent communication skills to liaise effectively with research study teams and colleagues across the Trust, as well as external study Sponsors. The post holder should be adaptable, and solution focused, with a positive and flexible approach to the needs of the department.

Provide a sustainable and suitable environment in which research participants can safely participate in ethically approved research studies.

Ensure that the needs and safety of the research study participant are placed at the centre of research delivery.

Identify areas for service development and participate in the development of policies, procedures and guidelines to support changes in practice, leading on areas of expertise.

Main duties of the job

Be responsible for the planning, staffing and day-to-day operational management of the research infrastructure at either the Cardiothoracic Centre (CTC) at Basildon Hospital or the research clinic and dedicated research in-patient beds at Southend Hospital. This includes ensuring the most efficient use is made of the available resources, and maximising opportunities for income generation.

You will oversee the conduct of clinical research studies undertaken within the research centre /site, providing expert operational advice and guidance, to ensure that all projects are conducted according to the highest ethical and Good Clinical Practice principles, and in compliance with applicable legal and regulatory standards. Ensure the site is run to professional standards, promoting its position as a centre of excellence in the delivery of clinical research across a diverse number of therapeutic settings.

You will develop strong working relationships with colleagues across the site and wider Trust, as well as external partners in the NHS, academia and the life sciences industry.

Communicate complex information to a range of people in a wide variety of situations using negotiating and influencing skills as required.

Carry out reviews of potential new studies, together with the Research Team Leads and Approvals Managers, to determine feasibility, scientific interest and cost effectiveness

Working for our organisation

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.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Are you looking for an exciting Research Site 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.

Person specification

Experience and Qualifications

Essential criteria

• Professional Registration accreditation
• Masters Qualification or equivalent
• GCP certification

Desirable criteria

• Management Qualification

Knowledge and Skills

Essential criteria

• Significant experience of managing and coordinating clinical research studies
• Clinical Expertise in Healthcare within the NHS

Desirable criteria

• Project Management Experience

Personal and People Management

Essential criteria

• Evidence of managing People /a Team
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Desirable criteria

• Leadership Qualification
• Evidence of Coaching and Mentorship

Please be aware as per the new Immigration guidelines we cannot sponsor candidates with a salary (full time or pro Rata) under the current minimum threshold.

Please note, the selection processes at Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust are in place to ensure we recruit candidates with the right skills and values, please be advised that the use of AI in applications are monitored. We remain vigilant against candidates who misuse these tools to generate an application that doesn't accurately reflect their skills, and you will be required to declare on your application if AI has been used before submitting your application.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Applicant requirements

The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Documents to download

• Research Site Manager (PDF, 509.0KB)
• Privacy Policy (PDF, 441.0KB)
• AFC Pay Poster 25/26 (PDF, 32.3KB)
• Behaviours Framework (JPG, 298.0KB)
• Applicant MS Teams Checklist (PDF, 560.5KB)
• Trust marketing brochure (PDF, 2.1MB)
• General Statements - AFC - V5.1 (PDF, 424.6KB)