Cardiovascular Research Administrator

The Cardiovascular Research Department are looking for an enthusiastic motivated individual to join our ever expanding delivery team as Research administrator, supporting a number of dynamic research studies within cardio but also the wider Tees Valley Research Alliance, (TVRA).
The post holder will support the cardiovascular research team ,as well as the whole TVRA if needed, providing administrative and data support to ensure the successful delivery of many research trials and to provide a smooth effective patient journey. This support will cover all specialties within the cardiovascular portfolio and may involve the main research and development department.
The applicant must be motivated, have excellent organisational and communication skills and be computer literate.
We work in a team environment that encourages collaborative team working but also supports lone working. Background knowledge in research trial is required but on the job training will be given to the successful candidate.
This position offers an excellent opportunity to join a team that is committed to delivery high quality care and supports professional and personal development, also South Tees hospitals are one of the most research active NHS trusts in England, supporting a wide variety of clinical research trials., The post holder will provide comprehensive administrative/data support to the cardiovascular research team including seeking internal department approvals, site file management in accordance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), document management and clinic preparation. The post holder will be involved in study set up, providing localised documentation and updated GCP & CV's from clinical staff to the sponsors.
The post holder will also input national data into the Local Portfolio Management System ensuring regular and accurate updates are carried out.
The post holder will use extensive communication skills, when dealing with patients and families, compassionate and professionalism is essential. Communication methods will include verbal, written and digital. Tact and diplomacy will be needed when dealing with researchers, representatives from commercial/academic companies and clinicians within the work area, also when dealing with enquiries in an appropriate and professional manner with a focus on providing a quality driven patient care.
The post holder will provide support to the team in study monitoring, including setting up monitoring visits, preparing paperwork, liaising with research team to ensure PI and nurse availability and patient notes and site files are available. This will also include accompanying monitor to assist with monitor visit.
Please note this post will close at sufficient applicants.

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Leadership and Improvement Training
South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust offers leadership and improvement training to all new staff. This training programme has been designed to support our staff in developing their understanding of leadership and management skills. You will be expected to attend the following training sessions:
· Your Leadership Impact
· Service Improvement for Beginners
After you complete these one and a half days of training, you will be able to explore further leadership and improvement training opportunities. We also offer a range of additional in-house courses and bitesize programmes through our Leadership and Improvement Team., It is now the policy of South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust that all successful candidates who are new to the Trust who require DBS clearance for the post they have been offered, are required to pay the cost of their DBS. The method of payment for this is via salary deduction from your first month's pay.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. We welcome applications from the Black and Minority Ethnic (BAME) Network; LGBT+ Network; Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions Network, Faith Network, Childless not by Choice Network and the Menopause Support Group.
As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you.
If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at [email protected]
The Trust encourages and supports all applicants to be fully vaccinated against both COVID19 and influenza.
Please be aware, there are occasions where some vacancies may close prior to the closing date advertised. This will only happen where sufficient applications are received AND will be made evident on the job advert.
Please note if you are successfully shortlisted, we will contact you via the email address that you have applied from so please ensure you check your emails regularly.
Existing employees of South Tees NHS Foundation Trust currently on the Redeployment Register, who meet the essential criteria for this post, will be shortlisted and interviewed prior to all other applicants.
IMPORTANT - Please ensure you read the 'Guidance Notes for Applicants' document attached to this advert before you start to complete your application form.
This document provides detailed advice regarding the completion of your application form.
The guidance document also provides in detail what identification and certificates you must provide at interview should you be shortlisted.
As part of our pre-employment screening process, all applicants are required to provide references from their last continuous 3 year employment and/or training/education. The referees MUST be a Line Manager/Supervisor. Applicants are requested to ensure email addresses for all referees are included on their application form. Personal references and references from colleagues are not acceptable.
Unfortunately we are unable to respond to all applicants and those who are not contacted within six weeks of the closing date should assume that their application has been unsuccessful.