Job summaryOur research team is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated individual to fill the role of research administrator.As a Research administrator you will support the delivery teams across specialities as required but focused on Surgery/EMED divisions. The post holder will contribute to the provision of clinical research services based normally at one location. However, travel to other sites may be necessary as per study requirements.Main duties of the jobThe role of the Administrator is to provide administrative support to the research team. The main responsibilities will involve administration work - the creation and maintenance of site files for clinical trials, assisting with maintenance of databases of trial activity, overseeing management of shared email boxes. The post holder will be expected to be able to navigate Excel spreadsheets and data management systems and will be required to develop skills and knowledge relating to the conduct of Clinical trials. The post holder will work within the guidelines of International Conference on Harmonisation Guidelines for Good Clinical Practice (ICH-GCP) at all times (Full training will be given).About usWe are committed to ensure a work-life balance to all our staff by offering full time and part time roles, flexible working hours on a shift pattern to fit around your family life.We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly encourage applications from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) and candidates form our local communities.Benefits to you27 days annual leave for new starters, rising to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, plus 8 Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff);NHS Pension Scheme:Flexible working opportunities;Increased hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays;Career development and training;Wellbeing support and activities;In-house physiotherapy Service;On-site canteens with subsidised meals;Subsidised staff parking (currently free).Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and PeterboroughJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease see detailed Job Description and Person Specification for more information regarding this role.Person SpecificationEducation and QualificationsEssentialMaths and English GCSE at grade C/4 administrative experienceDesirableNVQ Level 2 Administration or equivalentGCP training or willingness to undertakeExperienceEssentialSignificant experience of Administration/secretarial experienceExperience of working with Microsoft Office ProgrammesWorking with databases, inputting information in accurate and timely mannerRelevant experience working in an NHS environmentMaintenance of accurate records and filing systemsKnowledge/ understanding of Data ProtectionDesirableExperience of using NHS systemsKnowledge of research processesExperience of organising/booking meetings and minute takingAbility to work independently and prioritise workloadKnowledge/ understanding of ICH GCPKnowledge of medical terminologyCoordination of patient and public projectsKey skills/abilitiesEssentialAbility to organise and prioritise own workloadAbility to understand and adhere to policy and procedyreAttention to detailExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsA calm and caring attitude towards patients, visitors, relatives and colleague aligned to our organisational valuesEmployer detailsEmployer nameNorth West Anglia NHS Foundation TrustAddressPeterborough City HospitalBretton GatePeterboroughPE39GZEmployer's websitehttps://www.nwangliaft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)