Job Description

Based within our Neuro research teams, assisting the clinical research team by providing administrative support to ensure the efficient and successful delivery of clinical trials and other studies in accordance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Trust policies, regulations and governance frameworks.



Based within one of our Neuro research teams, this is a small but busy team, so you will need to be comfortable working both independently and collaboratively.



You will also be expected to provide support to the nurses and manager within the team, as well as to wider stakeholders, which will in turn offer valuable opportunities for your development.



We are looking for someone who is open-minded, positive, and able to work on their own initiative while following instructions carefully and demonstrating excellent attention to detail.



You will be flexible in your approach, a strong team player, and willing to contribute to a dynamic and supportive research environment.



The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.



At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.



At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.

Primary areas of responsibility:

Assist with unit and source data documentation management (including photocopying and scanning of documents)



To assist with the preparation of clinical trial documents and source data for archiving as per Trust SOPs



To assist in uploading scans to trial specific electronic portals following appropriate training



Management of own electronic mailbox in an efficient and timely fashion - ensuring appropriate team members are aware of any communications appropriate to their role



Assist with preparing meeting rooms when required



Attend Unit research meetings and actively participate where appropriate



Show initiative in carrying out duties, prioritise workload and undertake all other relevant clerical and administrative duties to support the research team.



Assist with the preparation for monitoring visit or audits

Communication & networking:

Communicate with staff at all levels, both internal and external relating to research unit activities, regarding information which may be confidential and sensitive in nature

Service Delivery:

Provide administrative support to the Research Operations Manager and the Trial Managers (data capture, meeting arrangements, document management etc).



Support governance staff with the management of essential trial documentation (electronic site file management)



Support and maintain unit operating systems/records



Support research staff with preparations for sponsor and external audits/inspections



Assist with preparation and collection of curriculum vitae, training & delegation records for research staff for sponsors and managers of clinical trials (as required)

General responsibility:

To be responsible for maintaining own professional development and be aware of current practices and future developments within the Trust and National Health Service



To attend statutory and mandatory training when required and also any other training to improve knowledge and understanding. To aid in the implementation of corrective and preventative measures within the Unit as agreed with the Unit Head



To support the Clinical R&D Office in preparation for regulatory inspections



To take an active role in the Unit and the Trust as a member of a clinical research team



Any other duties that may be required that are consistent with the nature of the grade of the post



Take personal responsibility for prioritising own workload and meeting target deadlines