Research Administration Manager

The Clinical Research Facility (CRF) supports the delivery of cutting edge academic and commercial clinical research studies, enabling children and young people to take part in high quality, safe and ethically approved clinical research. The post holder will ensure high quality administrative service is provided to the WTCRF Management Team, working closely with the Senior Management Officer. The role will undertake a line management role for administrative staff in the WTCRF team. This interesting and varied role will involve providing specialist research advice and support to investigators during the set-up and ongoing conduct of research studies within the facility. Responsibilities include maintaining accurate information on all research activity undertaken within the facility and producing regular reports to the WTCRF Management Team. The post holder will play a key role in the development and maintenance of WTCRF databases and administrative systems to support the efficient running of the facility in line with current regulations. They will fulfil a variety of tasks for the WTCRF, and will be required to work flexibly to ensure that objectives and deadlines are met. The post holder is expected to be proactive in developing and implementing procedures and will be required to work with a degree of autonomy. It is essential that the post holder is able to organise their workload and cope with conflicting demands on their time, but prioritise their workload accordingly.Main duties of the job
Provide information, advice and practical support to clinical investigators on study feasibility, ethical approval procedures and research governance. Work in partnership with the WTCRF Teams and NHS Research and Development (R& D) Team to develop the services provided to clinical investigators and contribute to the planning of clinical research programmes in the facility. Organise and coordinate meetings and training events on behalf of the WTCRF management team, organising facilities, circulating the agenda and other information in advance and writing and disseminating minutes. To continually audit the quality of the admin team's work to ensure that Clinical Governance standards are met. Line manage the WTCRF administrative staff undertaking clerical/secretarial functions, including conducting Personal Development Review. To contribute to the revision of local policies and procedures in addition to their implementation. This will include contributing to the development of the CRF Operational Policy and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) pertaining to administrative processes. Contribute to the development and maintenance of the WTCRF database of research projects and provide regular and ad-hoc reports on the WTCRF research portfolio. Present WTCRF activity and finance reports to meetings and committees as required. Develop and maintain computer systems to support the process of research in the WTCRF, reviewing IT requirements regularly.
About usBirmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust is the first of its type in the UK. Our Trust was formed in February 2017 to drive forward our commitment to provide the highest quality, world-class physical and mental health care for our women, children and families. Uniting our hospitals means more seamless care more investment to make greater advances in our specialist treatment and world-leading neo-natal and fetal work. Importantly, it also gives us a greater voice in shaping the future of family-centred care. Birmingham Children's Hospital is a UK leading specialist paediatric centre with an international reputation in several areas.
Birmingham Women's Hospital is one of two dedicated women's hospitals in the UK, with the busiest single site maternity unit, delivering more than 8,200 babies a year offering a full range of gynaecological, maternity and neonatal care.
Forward Thinking Birmingham (FTB) Mental Health Services are a unique, innovative community and inpatient mental health partnership. Alongside partners FTB offers care pathways of mental health assessment and treatment for young people aged 0-25 years old. Our Trust is committed to creating the best place to work. We believe in promoting and enhancing inclusion, diversity and equality and encourage applications from all areas of the community, who meet the criteria for the role, regardless of age, gender identity, disability, race, religion or sexual orientation.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease refer to the attached job description and person specification to view full details for this opportunity at Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust. When completing your application, please ensure you have evidenced how you meet the job description and person specification to include transferable experience, qualifications, skills along with professional registration details (if applicable). Occasionally we receive a large number of applications for our roles and when that happens we sometimes bring the closing date forward, so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment.Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential
General education with GCSE qualifications preferably in English Language, Computing/IT, Maths, Science Undergraduate qualification, or equivalent experience Administrative management qualification or equivalent experience
ExperienceEssential
Clerical/administrative experience, preferably within an NHS or university research setting Experience of working with a wide range of client groups Good IT skills including competency in Microsoft Word, Access and Excel
Desirable
Finance/budget management experience Familiar with research practices Experience in clinical trials/public health research administration Knowledge of the EU Clinical Trials Directive, Good Clinical Practice and research governance Familiar with clinical data and medical terminology
SkillsEssential
Excellent organisational and time management skills Negotiation/interpersonal skills Ability to work under pressure Flexible approach Problem solving skills Articulate at all levels Meticulous attention to detail Initiative and determination Database and spreadsheet competency Diplomatic Confidentiality Report writing
Desirable
Minute taking Knowledge of statistical research methods Data manipulation using queries and simple formula Experience of health service systems Highly developed analytical skills Presentation experience Previous experience in a similar role Literature searching skills Ability to work outside core hours
Employer detailsEmployer nameBirmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation TrustAddressBirmingham Children's Hospital Steelhouse Lane Birmingham B4 6NHAny attachments will be accessible after you click to apply. 284-24-6187373-COPR
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