LW258790 - Research and Development Data Co-ordinator

NHS Scotland; Aberdeen; On-site; ZAR 415,000 - 525,000; Part time

Job summary

NHS Grampian is seeking a part-time Data Coordinator (0.8 WTE) to join the Research and Development Department in Aberdeen. The role supports R&D approvals, acts as a first point of contact for research staff, and ensures all project documents are in order. You will enter data into the national research database and assist with reimbursement of patient expenses.

The post is busy and requires efficient team collaboration. Interview date: 6 November 2026.

Qualifications

• Support R&D approval for research projects in Grampian.
• Enter data into the national research database.
• Provide first point of contact to research staff requiring help and access to R&D information.
• Ensure we have the required documents for new and ongoing projects.
• Work efficiently with other team members in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with data entry into the national research database.
• Support reimbursement of patient expenses where applicable.
• Act as a point of contact for research staff seeking R&D information.
• Maintain up-to-date project documentation and records.
• Collaborate with the Research and Development team to support project approvals.

Job description

We require a part time Data Coordinator (0.8 WTE) to work within the Research and Development Department. Duties will include supporting the team to deliver R&D approval for research projects in Grampian.

The post holder will provide a first point of contact to research staff requiring help and access to R & D information and will be responsible for ensuring we have the required documents for new and ongoing projects. They will also be required to enter data into the national research database and support the reimbursement of patient expenses. It is a very busy role, so the person will need to be comfortable in this environment and be able to work efficiently with other members of the team.

Please contact Susan Ridge, Senior R&D Manager ([e-mail]) or Mutsumi Ono, Assistant Commercial Manager ([e-mail]) if you wish to discuss further.

The interview date is scheduled for 6th November 2026

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