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People are the foundation of the CCTU's success. Build a career in a unit that supports life-changing clinical research.


We improve people's quality of life by supporting innovative and sustainable healthcare research to support safe, kind and excellent delivery of healthcare. We foster an inclusive culture that promotes equality of opportunity, values diversity and maintains a working environment in which the rights and dignity of all our staff are respected. Personal and professional development is key to enabling individuals to reach their full potential and maximise their contribution to the CCTU.

Applications are invited for the following post(s):

Database Programming Manager

Main area: Clinical Trials

Employer: Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Grade: Band 6

Employer Type: NHS

Contract: 18 months (Fixed Term for 12 months)

Site: Addenbrooke's Hospital - Corporate

Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week (will require some office based working)

Town: Cambridge

Job ref: 180-RD-225122

Salary: £32,306 - £39,027 per annum pro rata

Closing: 27/07/2022 23:59

Salary period: Yearly

Interview date: 08/08/2022

 

Job overview:

This post is part of the Cambridge Clinical Trials Unit (CCTU) at Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

The CCTU caters for all investigators of Cambridge University Health Partners (CUHP) initiating Clinical Trials of Investigational Medicinal Products under the EU Directive (CTIMPs) and other clinical research projects on the CCTU portfolio. The CCTU is part of the NIHR UKCRC Registered CTU Network.

Design, manage and maintain database systems in MACRO/Bespoke systems for recording clinical trials data. Support successful implementation and will be responsible for the on-going management of database systems and contribute to the development of a wide range of cutting edge research studies, and will work closely with scientists, academics and NHS consultants. Work as part of the Programming team, ensuring regulatory compliance for all trial data, the systems are fit for purpose and operational at all times.

Main duties:

Design, manage and maintain database systems in MACRO/Bespoke for recording clinical trials data.  To design new databases in SQL (MySQL, PostgreSQL or SQL server) and web-based applications for storing clinical data from trials.

Support successful implementation and will be responsible for the on-going management of database system and contribute to the development of a wide range of cutting edge research studies, and will work closely with scientists, academics and NHS consultants.

Assist the Senior Database Programmer/Programming Team Lead, ensuring regulatory compliance for all trial data, the systems are fit for purpose and operational at all times.

For more information and to apply online now

Clinical Trials Coordinator

Main area: Clinical Trials

Employer: Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Grade: Band 6

Employer Type: NHS

Contract: 12 months (Fixed Term for 12 months)

Site: Addenbrookes Hospital - R&D

Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week (requires office based working)

Town: Cambridge

Job ref: 180-RD-225121

Salary: £32,306 - £39,027 per annum pro rata

Closing: 27/07/2022 23:59

Salary period: Yearly

Interview date: 08/08/2022

 

Job overview:

Applications are invited for the post of Clinical Trials Coordinator at the Cambridge Clinical Trials Unit (CCTU) which provides support for clinical studies within the Cambridge Biomedical Research Centre from concept and set up to end of trial.

You will be expected to develop strong relationships with investigators and members of research teams, support service personnel and external stakeholders at all levels, to ensure the efficient set-up and conduct of all CCTU portfolio projects. You will be required to work as part of a wider team, including providing advice and guidance to new researchers or members of the CCTU where appropriate.

Previous experience of working in a clinical research environment within the NHS, University or pharmaceutical industry is essential for this post.

Main duties:

To facilitate and co-ordinate the set-up and conduct of clinical trials and/or clinical studies working closely with the chief investigators and their teams. This will include the preparation of REC, MHRA and R&D submissions and essential documentation.

To have responsibility for setting-up participating sites in multi-centre trials and ensuring that all data and samples are collected following the protocol.

To work in compliance with the International Conference on Harmonisation Good Clinical Practice Guidelines (ICH-GCP), the NHS Research Governance Framework for Health & Social Care and, in the case of a CTIMP, in compliance with the Medicines for Human Use (Clinical Trials) Regulations 2004.

For more information and to apply online now

Clinical Trials Data Manager

Main area: Division R&D - Data Management

Employer: Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Grade: Band 5

Employer Type: NHS

Contract: 12 months (Fixed Term for 12 months)

Site: Addenbrookes Hospital - R&D

Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Minimum 3 days per week in the office)

Town: Cambridge

Job ref: 180-RD-225112

Salary: £25,655 - £31,534 per annum pro rota

Closing: 25/07/2022 23:59

Salary period: Yearly

Interview date: 01/08/2022

 

Job overview:

The Cambridge Clinical Trials Unit - Cancer Theme (CCTU-CT) is hosted by Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust, which includes Addenbrooke’s Hospital and is part of the Cambridge Cancer Centre, a partnership between Cancer Research UK, CUH and the University of Cambridge. As the Cancer Theme of the Cambridge Clinical Trials Unit, we are responsible for working with investigators to design, set up, conduct, analyse and publish cancer research studies sponsored by Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.

The CCTU-CT currently accommodates both early and late phase studies, many addressing or associated with translational scientific end points.

We are seeking a trials data manager to be part of the cancer clinical trials team, which is part of the accredited Cambridge Clinical Trials Unit, to contribute to cancer research.

We are looking for candidates with previous data management experience within a research environment. In this role, you will be expected to work closely with coordinators, statisticians and programmers and to liaise with medical staff involved in oncology trials.

Main duties:

You will have primary responsibility for data management (collection of data which involves requesting, tracking, querying, cleaning) using electronic databases. You will also organise the collection of trial samples, assist programmers in designing bespoke databases, and assist the coordinators in the management of a number of oncology clinical trials conducted in accordance with nationally agreed standards.

The role involves the collection, collation and preparation of trial related data in various forms, as well as involvement in the processes for opening new trials with the department. You will be required to work with a wide variety of other trials related staff, including nursing and medical.

For more information and to apply online now

Data Manager

Main area: Clinical Trials

Employer: Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Grade: Band 5

Employer Type: NHS

Contract: 24 months (Fixed Term for 24 months)

Site: Addenbrookes Hospital - R&D

Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Post will require office based working)

Town: Cambridge

Job ref: 180-RD-220914-RE

Salary: £25,655 - £31,534 per annum pro rota

Closing: 21/07/2022 23:59

Salary period: Yearly

Interview date: 01/08/2022

 

Job overview:

This post is part of the Cardiovascular Theme of Cambridge Clinical Trials Unit (CCTU) at Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

The CCTU caters for all investigators of Cambridge University Health Partners (CUHP) initiating Clinical Trials of Investigational Medicinal Products under the EU Directive (CTIMPs) and other clinical research projects on the CCTU portfolio. The CCTU is part of the NIHR UKCRC Registered CTU Network

Main duties:

To assist an experienced team running clinical trials in the management of the day to day work to be conducted in accordance with nationally agreed standards.

You will have primary responsibility for the collection, collation and preparation of trial related data in various forms, as well as data and information regarding sample collection which involves requesting, tracking, labeling report forms and sample information.

You will be required to work with a wide variety of staff, including nursing and medical.  

For more information and to apply online now

Clinical Trials Coordinator

Main area: Clinical Trials

Employer: Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Grade: Band 5

Employer Type: NHS

Contract: 12 months (Fixed Term for 12 months)

Site: Addenbrookes Hospital - R&D

Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week (includes office based working)

Town: Cambridge

Job ref: 180-RD-225123

Salary: £25,655 - £31,534 per annum pro rata

Closing: 27/07/2022 23:59

Salary period: Yearly

Interview date: 08/08/2022

 

Job overview:

The Cambridge Clinical Trials Unit (CCTU) is part of the NIHR UKCRC Registered CTU Network with the remit to provide support for all aspects of clinical trials from set-up to close down within the Cambridge Biomedical Research Centre.

Applications are invited for the post of Clinical Trials Coordinator at the Cambridge Clinical Trials Unit (CCTU) which provides support for clinical studies within the Cambridge Biomedical Research Centre from concept and set up to close down.


Previous experience of working in a clinical research environment within the NHS, University or pharmaceutical industry is essential for this post.

Main duties:

Supporting investigators in the planning, set-up and conduct of clinical research projects within the Trust including the preparation of REC, MHRA and R&D submissions and essential documentation. Ensuring that clinical research projects undertaken by CCTU are fully compliant with the applicable regulations and legislation as well as Trust SOPs and policies. You will be expected to develop relationships with investigators and members of research teams, support service personnel and external stakeholders at all levels, to ensure the efficient set-up and conduct of all CCTU portfolio projects. You will be working as part of a wider team, including providing advice and guidance to new researchers or members of the CCTU where appropriate.

For more information and to apply online now

Clinical Trials Administrator - Cancer Theme

Main area: Division R&D - Administration

Employer: Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Grade: Band 4

Employer type: NHS

Contract: 12 months (Fixed term for 12 months)

Site: Addenbrookes Hospital - R&D

Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week (37.5 hours per week)

Town: Cambridge

Job ref: 180-RD-225085

Salary: £22,549 - £24,882 per annum pro rata

Closing: 28/07/2022 23:59

Salary period: Yearly

Interview date: 09/08/2022

 

Job overview:

We have a position available for a Clinical Trials Administrator to join the Cancer Theme of the Cambridge Clinical Trials Unit (CCTU). 

We are looking for a well-organised candidate with administrative experience and an interest in research to assist in the provision of high-quality clinical trials. The post available is a non-patient-facing role, requiring individuals to interact with the whole coordination team (>40 members) or within a specified portfolio, as required. The role involves helping to produce clinical trial files, archiving, tracking human samples, entering clinical trial data, and working in accordance with nationally agreed standards. You will ideally have experience working in an office environment, the ability to prioritise work tasks, and excellent communication skills.

Main duties:

  • To support an experienced team running clinical trials.

  • To assist the clinical trial team by providing general administrative support (meeting, post, filing, printing).

  • To manage trial data/samples i.e. by receiving, tracking, checking, generating queries and transferring data onto computer databases.

The CCTC is hosted by Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust, which includes Addenbrooke’s Hospital and is part of the Cambridge Cancer Centre, a partnership between Cancer Research UK, CUH, and the University of Cambridge.

For more information and to apply online now

Clinical Trials Data Manager

Main area: Division R&D - Oncology Clinical Trials

Employer: Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Grade: Band 4

Employer Type: NHS

Contract: 12 months (Fixed Term for 12 months)

Site: Addenbrookes Hospital - Division R&D

Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week

Town: Cambridge

Job ref: 180-RD-225007-RE

Salary: £22,549 - £24,882 per annum pro rata

Closing: 231/07/2022 23:59

Salary period: Yearly

Interview date: 09/08/2022

 

Job overview:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a  Data Manager to join the Rarer Cancer team at Cambridge Cancer Trials Centre (CCTC). You will work alongside other clinical research staff including research nurses, data managers and trial practitioners. Within the role, you should be able to work independently and as part of a team. We are looking for people with a good eye for detail and thorough organisational skills. We strongly encourage you to contact us for more details to understand the role and to book an informal visit.

The key job functions of the Data Manager are:

  • Responsible for the collection, collation and preparation of clinical trial-related data in various forms, preparation of data reports, data cleaning, tracking and transferring data into relevant databases.  You will liaise with a wide variety of CCTU staff as well as clinical and nursing staff.

  • Ensuring that clinical research projects undertaken by CCTU are fully compliant with the applicable regulations and legislation as well as Trust SOPs and policies.

Please be aware that this post will include regular office-based work.

Main duties:

Under the guidance of experienced colleagues, you will assist a multi-disciplinary team running clinical trials, with specific responsibility in the management of the day-to-day collection of data.

You will be responsible for the submission of data for trials using a variety of data capture tools.  You will use effective communication with external agencies and internal teams to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the data submitted.

Please ensure you thoroughly read the job description located in the applicant pack information.

For more information and to apply online now

 

Assistant Data Manager

Main area: Clinical Trials

Employer: Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Grade: Band 4

Employer Type: NHS

Contract: 12 months (Fixed Term for 12 months)

Site: Addenbrookes Hospital - R&D

Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week (will require office-based working)

Town: Cambridge

Job ref: 180-RD-225125

Salary: £22,549 - £24,882 per annum pro rata

Closing: 27/07/2022 23:59

Salary period: Yearly

Interview date: 08/08/2022

 

Job overview:

This post is part of the Cambridge Clinical Trials Unit (CCTU) at Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

The CCTU caters for all investigators of Cambridge University Health Partners (CUHP) initiating Clinical Trials of Investigational Medicinal Products under the EU Directive (CTIMPs) and other clinical research projects on the CCTU portfolio. The CCTU is part of the NIHR UKCRC Registered CTU Network.

Main duties:

Under the guidance of experienced colleagues, the post holder will assist a multi-disciplinary team running clinical trials, with specific responsibility in the entry of trial data into clinical trials databases and assisting in the preparation of data query reports and data cleaning.

The post holder will be responsible for the submission of data for trials using a variety of data capture tools.

The post holder will use effective communication with external stakeholders and internal teams to ensure the accuracy and completeness of data submitted.

For more information and to apply online now

 

Clinical Trials Administrative Assistant

Main area: Administration

Employer: Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Grade: Band 4

Employer Type: NHS

Contract: Fixed term: 12 months

Site: CCTC - Addenbrooke’s Hospital

Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week

Town: Cambridge

Job ref: 180-RD-220795-RE1

Salary: £22,549 - £24,882 per annum pro rata

Closing: 20/07/2022 23:59

Salary period: Yearly

Interview date: 28/07/2022

 

Job overview:

To support an experienced team running clinical trials.

To assist the clinical trial team by providing general administrative support (meeting arrangements and minutes, post, filing, printing).

To manage the trial set-up process, from initiation to completion, in a timely and efficient manner.

Main duties:

  • Carry out a range of complex administrative tasks specific to the work area:

  • Liaise with a wide variety of internal and external departments to ensure a smooth and efficient trial set-up process

  • Input data in trial and other relevant databases.

  • Provide comprehensive administrative support to the trial  team including diary management, coordinating and arranging meetings, taking minutes

  • Deal with enquiries face to face, via telephone and by email

  • Cover other positions within the work area during the absence

  • Any other administrative duties as required.

For more information and to apply online now