Trial Coordinator - Cancer Research UK Clinical Trials Unit - 54504Z25 - Grade 6

University of Birmingham; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Trial Coordinator to manage clinical trials within a leading cancer research collaboration. This exciting role involves ensuring compliance with ethical standards, developing trial documentation, and coordinating with external collaborators. The successful candidate will enjoy a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development and flexible working arrangements. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact in the field of clinical research while enjoying a rich array of benefits and a collaborative workplace culture.

Benefits

40 Days Paid Holiday

Paid Volunteering Day

Sick Pay

Pension Scheme

Subsidized Nurseries

Flexible Working Arrangements

Qualifications

• Higher degree in a relevant biomedical field or equivalent experience.
• Strong communication and organizational skills required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate clinical trials ensuring compliance with good clinical practice.
• Manage regulatory reporting, site setup, and trial monitoring.

Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Project Management

Attention to Detail

Statistical Package Skills

Education

Higher Degree in Biomedical Sciences

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Access

Job description

Position Details

Cancer Research UK Clinical Trials Unit, School of Medical Sciences, College of Medicine and Health

Location: University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, Birmingham UK

Full-time starting salary is normally in the range £32,546 to £35,116, with potential progression once in post to £39,355

Grade: 6

Full Time, Fixed Term contract up to April 2026

Closing date: 20th May 2025

This role is also open as an internal secondment opportunity, which would need to be agreed by your current line manager.

Our offer to you

People are at the heart of what we are and do.

The University of Birmingham has a rich history of over 100 years and is recognized as a leading global university. We aim to attract talented individuals, support their success, and celebrate their achievements.

We are committed to professional development through our Birmingham Professional programme, offering opportunities for career growth across our diverse functions in Edgbaston and Dubai. We value diversity as a strength, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

Supporting work/life balance is important, and we offer flexible working arrangements. Benefits include 40 days paid holiday, a paid volunteering day, sick pay, a pension scheme, and subsidized nurseries.

The campus in Edgbaston offers excellent transport links and facilities such as a sports centre, shops, eateries, art gallery, museum, and botanical gardens.

Find out more about the benefits of working for the University of Birmingham.

Background

This is an exciting opportunity to join one of the UK's largest Cancer Research Collaboration (UKCRC) registered clinical trials units. The CRCTU specializes in cancer clinical trials across various phases and disease sites, and also conducts non-cancer early phase trials. The unit is well-funded and employs over 180 staff.

The successful candidate will coordinate clinical trials, ensuring compliance with good clinical practice and ethical standards. Responsibilities include developing trial documentation, regulatory submissions, managing sites, supervising staff, and preparing data for analysis and publication.

Applicants should have a higher degree in a relevant biomedical field or equivalent experience. Trial management experience is preferred but not essential, as training will be provided. Strong communication, organizational skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office are required; experience with Microsoft Access is an advantage. Willingness to travel nationally is necessary.

Hybrid working arrangements are available.

Role Summary

The Trial Coordinator manages trial protocols and collaborates with trial groups, ensuring procedures are effective and compliant with policies and standards.

Main Duties

• Ensure trials adhere to ethical, regulatory, and quality standards, maintaining records and audit trails.
• Manage regulatory reporting, site setup, staff training, and trial monitoring.
• Contribute to protocol design, data management, analysis, and reporting.
• Coordinate external collaborators, support site recruitment, and maintain trial documentation.
• Develop and implement trial management tools and procedures.
• Prepare reports for management and oversight committees.
• Represent CRCTU policies at various meetings and contribute to quality management and research dissemination.
• Support compliance with legislation and policies to protect research subjects.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications, Experience

• Higher degree in biomedical sciences or equivalent experience in clinical research.
• Deep understanding of trial management methodologies and application skills.
• Excellent office management, data management, and statistical package skills.
• Proven project management, organizational, and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and high standards of accuracy.
• Willingness to travel as needed.
• Knowledge of equality and diversity principles.

Promising candidates lacking full experience may be considered for training.

Further details can be found here.

For informal enquiries, contact Sophia Magwaro at [e-mail].

Learn about our staff values and behaviours.

We value diversity and are committed to inclusivity, equality, and sustainability. Find out more on our website.