Senior Research Administrator
Job overview
The Senior Research Administrator is accountable to the Cardiovascular Research Operations Director. To provide a senior administrative support function to the Senior Management Team in LBRC CV Theme incorporating Clinical Theme Lead, Cardiovascular Research Operations Director and their deputies.
Main duties of the job- Provide a general Personal Assistant support to the CV Theme Lead and Cardiovascular Research Operations Director
- Arrange, attend and produce high quality, comprehensive minutes of meetings
- Line management, supervision, support and development of the Administrators within the theme.
- To organise travel arrangements for national and local visits for the management team.
- Maintaining and setting up the finance trackers and invoice trackers;
- Assist the Cardiovascular Research Operations Director with the financial management of clinical trials, from study opening to close down
- Assist with trial financial tracking spreadsheets for all new trials .
Working for our organisation
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
Detailed job description and main responsibilities- Work autonomously to organise diary commitments and engagements using discretion and own initiative. Act as the initial point of contact for the Management Office of the LBRC CV Them
- Monitor and maintain the Appraisal database for all of the theme, and upload data onto ESR to ensure that appraisal dates are recorded and increment awards are processed within time schedules.
- To review and remind other senior managers within the team of upcoming appraisals.
- Arrange, attend and produce high quality, comprehensive minutes of meetings and take appropriate follow-up action as required by the management team.
- Supervision of administrative duties associated with the receipt, collection, handling, production and distribution of written materials and electronic records
- Line management, supervision, support and development of the Administrators within the theme.
- Maintaining and setting up the finance trackers and invoice trackers; liaising with R&I Finance, Sponsor companies and lead research staff when required.
- Assist the Cardiovascular Research Operations Director with the financial management of clinical trials, from study opening to close down, requesting invoices, credit notes, dealing with any financial queries in an accurate and timely manner.
Person specification
Training and Qualifications
Essential criteria- 4 GCSEs or equivalent including English
- Willingness to undertake training on specific departmental computer systems
- Recognised administration qualification eg. NVQ Level 3 or equivalent administrative experience
- GCP Training
- Experience of NHS IT and patient information systems
- Qualification in Accountancy or equivalent
Experience
Essential criteria- Experience of an administrative role within a healthcare environment
- Experience of supervising / managing junior staff members
- Experienced minute taker at senior (Board) level
- Experience of using software programmes eg. Microsoft Office
- Familiarity with medical / scientific terminology especially within a research environment
- Awareness of research governance guidelines and policies
- Previous experience of working under pressure to a deadline
- Working with finance systems (invoicing/ budget tracking), especially within NHS
Communication and Relationship skills
Essential criteria- Ability to communicate at all levels clearly and concisely both written and oral
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Good team worker
- Evidence of social skills and ability to integrate with the rest of the team
- Experience of handling potentially difficult conversations / complaints
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential criteria- Able to take responsibility for own work and work without direct supervision where appropriate
- Able to work using own initiative where applicable
- Willingness to learn new skills and share knowledge with colleagues
Skills
Essential criteria- Requires daily regular use of DSE
- Typing reports, producing spreadsheets and using a keyboard
Planning and organisational skills
Essential criteria- Ability to work accurately and methodically following verbal and written instructions
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential criteria- Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs
- All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others
Other requirements specific to the role
Essential criteria- Able to work flexibly to the needs of the service
Additional Information
Please submit your application form without delay to avoid disappointment; we will close vacancies prior to the publishing closing date if we receive a sufficient number of completed application forms.
Please check the email account (including your junk mail) that you supplied as part of your application on a regular basis following the closing date and throughout the recruitment process, as this is how we will communicate with you.
UHL is an equal opportunities employer. We aim to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds who match our job criteria.
Applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria for the job will be interviewed if you indicate you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme. If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process please make the recruitment services team aware as soon as possible.
UHL is committed to helping colleagues balance the demands of both their work and personal needs through flexible working arrangements wherever reasonably practicable and subject to service needs.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
Please note if you are successful in obtaining this position and the post involves regulated activity you will be required to undertake a Disclosure & Barring Service check.
The Trust will pay for the check initially and the money will then be deducted from your salary over a three month period commencing on your first month's payment.
The current price of a check is £38 for an enhanced and £18 for a standard check.
COVID 19 Risk Assessment
Due to the current Covid pandemic we have introduced a staff risk assessment into our pre-employment process. This now forms part of the mandatory pre-employment checks that will be carried out if you receive a conditional offer.
The risk assessment is intended to ensure you are able to safely perform your duties in any of our work areas, and if you have been identified as being particularly vulnerable to coronavirus. Our main aim is to reduce risk and to ensure the safety of all new starters to the Trust as well as current staff, patients and visitors.
If it is identified that you are within a vulnerable category, we will endeavor to make reasonable adjustments to accommodate this through discussions with both Occupational Health and your recruiting manager.
Covid Vaccination Status
Covid-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, family, colleagues and our patients/service users from the Covid-19 virus. We therefore continue to encourage our current and potential colleagues to get vaccinated.
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust holds the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of everything it does and all that it stands for. We are committed to developing a workforce that is representative of the community we serve.We welcome applications from the diverse community of Leicester, Leicester and Rutland, to help deliver healthcare services that meets the needs of our diverse communities.