Clinical Trials Assistant

We have an exciting opportunity to join Professor Simon Draper's research group in the Department of Paediatrics as our Clinical Trials Assistant.
You will provide support the development, co-ordination and completion of a portfolio of Clinical Trials and/or Controlled Human Malaria Infection (CHMI) studies in the UK and Africa. Your role will be key to ensuring smooth and effective running of operations and providing day to-day professional support. Previous experience in clinical trials and good clinical practice (GCP) are desirable for this position.
The Draper group under the lead of Professor Simon Draper conducts research in has a strong translational focus, seeking to develop innovative and new concepts in vaccine or antibody-based design and delivery, and with full integration of the clinical and laboratory teams. Over the last 10 years we have translated nine vaccine candidates, including viral vectors, recombinant proteins-in-adjuvants and virus-like particles, into Phase I and II clinical trials in the UK and Africa.
This position is offered full-time on a fixed-term contract initially for 12 months or until 31 March 2026, whichever is sooner, with the possibility to extend provided further external funding is available.
This is a readvertisement of vacancy 174828. Previous applicants need not reapply.

You will be educated to an A-Level standard (or equivalent), with proven administrative experience, ideally in the area of clinical trials, with excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and good numerical skills. You will possess excellent organisational skills, with previous experience of working effectively under pressure, with a demonstrable ability to prioritise and organise own diverse workload to meet competing deadlines. You will have experience of working as part of a team, with highly effective verbal and written communication skills with all level of staff staff and an ability to operate effectively in a demanding research environment.