Research Data Officer

Job overview

The post holder will work with the SRDO and clinical teams to ensure the accurate and timely data management of all active research studies, working with external stakeholders to ensure an efficient service whilst always working to current regulatory guidance and Trust Policies and standard operating procedures (SOP’s).

Main duties of the job

Primary Responsibilities Include:

Data:

Under the direction of the Data Study Coordinator and Senior Research Data Officer (SRDO), undertaking a supervisory role of the Assistant Research Data Officer, delegating duties appropriate to their level and in line with their job description

Under the direction of the SRDO, undertaking complex data entry using computerised and paper-based systems ensuring responsibility that the data is accurate, timely, consistent, and up to date

Undertaking regular quality checks of own work

Assisting with data queries in a timely manner, working closely with research nurses and administrators to ensure resolution

Liaising with the study leads and clinical staff to assist with the co-ordination, upload, checking and resolution of data and data queries

Under the direction of the SDRO, uploading case report forms

Assisting in sending images (Radiology/CT/MRI) internally and externally as directed

Responsibility for extracting confidential and sensitive information from bespoke databases such as PAS and Maxims

Developing an understanding of specialty specific data

Continued delivery of consistent and accurate attention to detail to ensure quality and efficiency of processes

Being fully conversant with EDGE (internal research database) and understanding how to use and navigate as appropriate

Attend training sessions on specialist software required for specific research trial data capture

Working for our organisation

The Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) is the main provider of acute and specialist care services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We serve a population of around 500,000 people - a figure that can increase significantly with

visitors during the busiest times of the year. We employ approximately 6,700 staff and have a budget of approximately £580 million.

We are a teaching hospital in partnership with the University of Exeter Medical School, University of Plymouth School of Nursing and Midwifery, and Peninsula Dental School.

The Knowledge Spa on the Royal Cornwall Hospital site is the base for medical and nursing as well as ongoing education for health professions in clinical and non-clinical roles.

Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we are continually developing our clinical services as well as our facilities and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care that can be offered locally. Allied to this is a growing reputation for research and innovation.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side.

To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:

• Identity Checks
• Professional registration and qualification checks
• Employment history and reference checks
• Occupational Health clearance
• Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check
• Right to work in the UK

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We reserve the right to close this advert early.

We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.

We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed.

Person specification

Qualifications

• Educated to diploma level or equivalent demonstrable experience
• 4 GCSE's or equivalent at Grade C or above
• Data Management qualification and/or suitable experience

• Microsoft Package or similar qualifications
• Supervisory and / or Leadership Qualification

Experience

• Experience of working in a busy office environment
• Excellent knowledge and experience of using computerised data systems
• Knowledge and experience of using Microsoft packages particularly Teams/Excel/Word

• Experience of working in a clinical research environment and/or GCP Trained
• Knowledge and/or understanding of medical terminology
• Experience of working within the NHS
• Leadership and / or mentoring experience

Skills

• Data management and/or entry
• Ability to work to and meet tight deadlines
• Ability to prioritise workloads

• Minute taking experience
• Audit and Monitoring skills and/or experience
• Supervisory / Leadership experience

Thank you for your application if you have not received a reply within 21 days of the closing date you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please be aware that your application and related documents will be retained confidentially for a period of 12 months.

It is vital that you provide full and accurate details of your current immigration status on the application form. To work in the UK all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require a visa - we may be able to provide sponsorship, but this is not guaranteed.

Benefits include optional pension and life assurance and a dedicated Childcare Co-ordination Team

We are committed to ensuring our staff are developed, engaged and supported to work in different ways to support the ever-changing environment in which we operate.

The Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust is a non-smoking organisation.

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In submitting an application form, you authorise Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust to confirm any previous NHS service details via the Electronic Staff Record Inter Authority

Royal Cornwall Hospital is an Equal Opportunities employer.