Clinical Research Project Manager | University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for a detailed job description of the role.
We are seeking a highly motivated, enthusiastic clinical research project manager to join us in the Wessex Research Hubs (Wessex NIHR CRDC), a collaboration of organisations across the Wessex region focused on commercial study delivery. The post will sit under the UHS team, UHS is one of the UK's most successful healthcare organisations.Clinical research is a core activity of the Trust, and UHS aims to become one of the top 10 clinical research NHS organisations in the UK.
We are dedicated to providing high-quality, patient-centred research within state-of-the-art facilities. The appointed clinical research project manager will work closely with organisations across the region to oversee the set-up and management of the Wessex Research Hubs portfolio.
University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.
Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.
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At UHSwe’re committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.
At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We’re committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities.We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
As a Clinical Research Project Manager, you will oversee the setup and management of the Wessex Research Hubs research study portfolio. This is a diverse role, and responsibilities will include:
Overseeing a team to ensure trials are coordinated, prepared, set up, conducted and closed effectively within the portfolio and conducted to required standards (ICH-GCP, EU Directive, U.K. laws and other applicable laws and regulations).Ensuring trials in the portfolio are planned, set up, conducted and closed within the defined timeframe, budget and quality requirements including implementation of systems and processes where required.
Maintaining oversight of management and coordination of complex clinical research studies within the Wessex Research Hubs portfolio.
Providing a specialist role, giving expert support to Chief and Principal Investigators and patients participating in NIHR research studies.
Working regionally with all Hubs and associated organisations to provide a point of contact for support with day-to-day running.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
Significant experience in conducting or organising research in the NHS or other research settings
Knowledge of current legislation regarding research governance issues
Exceptional attention to detail and organisation skills
Exceptional communication skills and the ability to lead a team
This advert closes on Friday 28 Mar 2025