Trial Manager

University of Leicester; Leicester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Leicester is seeking a self-motivated Trial Manager to oversee complex clinical trials. The role involves managing trial initiation, administration, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Ideal candidates will possess strong project management skills and a solid understanding of clinical research methodologies.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Excellent pension scheme

Generous leave

Career development opportunities

Supportive environment

Qualifications

• Proven project and line management skills.
• Strong understanding of clinical research and trial management methodology.
• Ability to work independently and manage workloads.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the delivery of complex, multi-site clinical trials.
• Ensure research governance standards are met.
• Supervise a research administrator and manage trial administration.

Skills

Project Management

Clinical Research

Trial Management Methodology

Regulatory Compliance

Job description

About the role

Leicester Clinical Trials Unit is experiencing growth due to an expanding portfolio of trials. We collaborate with nationally and internationally recognized investigators to deliver high-quality, impactful clinical research.

We are an ambitious team committed to providing expert, solution-focused, and flexible support to our clients. We seek a self-motivated Trial Manager to oversee the delivery of complex, multi-site clinical trials. Responsibilities include trial initiation, organization, administration, and supervising a research administrator. You will work proactively with NHS clinical and academic staff to ensure research governance standards are met and trials are delivered on time and within budget.

The role requires providing trial management expertise to ensure the smooth operation of research studies, adhering to protocols, ethical and regulatory approvals, SOPs, GCP principles, EU directives, and UK legislation.

About you

The ideal candidate will have proven project and line management skills, with a strong understanding of clinical research and trial management methodology.

You should be able to work independently, managing your own workload and that of trial administration staff.

This role offers varied and exciting opportunities to engage with a wide range of individuals and to make a significant contribution to research.

Additional information

For more information, please see the job summary form.

Informal enquiries are welcome and should be directed to Carla Richardson, Head of Trial Management, at [e-mail].

Applications for job share will be considered.

This role may also be considered on a seconded basis for existing staff members, subject to discussion with your line manager. More information on secondments can be found here.

The University of Leicester has a 100-year history of making a difference. Joining us means becoming part of a community of Citizens of Change, including staff, students, and alumni worldwide.

We are committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of our work, supporting staff, students, and the community through our values of Inspiring, Impactful, and Inclusive.

We prioritize staff wellbeing and environmental sustainability, offering a competitive salary, excellent pension scheme, generous leave, and career development opportunities in a supportive environment.

Vacancy terms

Full-time or job share considered; fixed-term contract for 12 months.