At a Glance
- Tasks: Support research administration and assist in delivering high-quality studies and trials.
- Company: Join a dynamic NHS Trust with a diverse workforce and strong research portfolio.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, full-time hours, and potential for part-time arrangements.
- Other info: Embrace diversity and contribute to a collaborative research environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in healthcare research while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: A-level/NVQ 3 or equivalent; experience in administration and Microsoft Office required.
The predicted salary is between 28392 - 31157 £ per year.
This vacancy is open to employees of Isle of Wight NHS Trust and Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust only.
NHS Band 4
Salary: £28,392 - £31,157 per annum
Hours per Week: full time 37.5
Contract Type: Permanent
Location Base: St Mary's Hospital, Parkhurst Road, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 5TG
Our Trust has a small Research Team supporting research across the whole Acute Trust and Ambulance service. In previous years it has excelled in recruitment to high‑quality studies and trials and achieved great successes for a Trust of our size. The diverse workforce, including doctors, nurses, midwives and allied health professionals, continues to strengthen our research portfolio.
The Research Support Assistant will support the Research Governance Office Team with day‑to‑day delivery of research‐related administrative tasks. The role works proactively and independently as a member of the R&D team to deliver core administration functions such as:
- Processing study amendments
- Archiving
- Oversight for research passports
- EDGE maintenance
- Social media support
It also assists the wider research team with delegated activities during study set‑up and delivery, maintains quality through study monitoring, implements corrective action plans, records timelines and information on trackers, and organizes, attends and minutes departmental meetings. The role is advertised as full‑time (37.5 hours per week) but a slightly reduced part‑time arrangement may be negotiated.
Qualifications
Essential
- Education to A-level/NVQ 3 or equivalent level.
Desirable
- Degree or equivalent experience.
- Evidence of NHS experience.
- Research experience within a health‑related organisation.
- Recent Good Clinical Practice (GCP) in research training.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working within administration.
- Experience using Microsoft Office.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presentation and report writing.
- Ability to work to deadlines and manage a diverse workload with cross‑functional teams.
- Responsive and flexible attitude and approach.
Desirable
- Experience of working within an NHS setting.
- Experience of working within an NHS R&D department.
- Experience of working on research prioritisation with a variety of stakeholders.
- Understanding of regulatory processes in research.
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.
- Excellent working knowledge of the internet.
- Knowledge of EDGE (Local Performance Management System).
Desirable
- Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice Guidelines and current Trials’ Regulations (EU Directive Clinical Trials).
We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of your education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran’s status, colour, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and beliefs.
For full details of this position, please refer to the enclosed job description.
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Isle of Wight NHS Trust offers a supportive and inclusive work environment, where the Research Support Assistant will play a vital role in enhancing our research capabilities at St Mary's Hospital. With a commitment to employee development, we provide opportunities for growth within the NHS framework, alongside a diverse team that values collaboration and innovation in healthcare research. Join us to contribute to meaningful projects that make a real difference in patient care while enjoying a competitive salary and the chance to negotiate flexible working arrangements.
