Clinical Trials Data Manager: Sponsorship Available

Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Job summary

The Department of Oncology would like to recruit a Clinical Trials Data Manager who will provide data management support for both commercial and non-commercially funded cancer clinical trials undertaken by the Cambridge Cancer Drug Development (CCDD) team within the Cambridge Cancer Trials Centre (CCTC).

Currently led by Dr Simon Pacey with fellow University Academic Consultant Medical Oncology Physicians – Dr Bristi Basu and Dr Richard Baird, our research goals are to optimise the “science-led” clinical application of novel therapies for cancer, including “first into man” (Phase I) and associated studies which are a major element of the research undertaken by the Cambridge Cancer Centre.

The role includes assisting administratively with data in the registration and randomisation of patients onto clinical trials, ensuring that protocol required tests/procedures are carried out per specific schedule and in compliance with GCP guidelines and completion of trial documentation; timely and accurate reporting of trial specific data using bespoke databases (Case Report Forms).

The funding supporting this position is available for 12 months in the first instance.

Main duties of the job

To assist an experienced multi-disciplinary team running clinical trials, with specific responsibility in the management of the day to day collection of data. You will be responsible for the submission of data for trials using a variety of data capture tools. You will use effective communication with external agencies and internal teams to ensure the accuracy and completeness of data submitted.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • oEducated to degree level or equivalent in a biological, physical, social or related scientific discipline OR Equivalent experience in clinical trials data management

Desirable

  • Evidence of continuing professional development in research

Experience

Essential

  • Research Data Collection experience within an NHS/ biological / scientific discipline
  • Experience of liaison with staff across all levels within the NHS/Universities/Industry
  • Experience of working autonomously within guidelines and deadlines
  • Experience of prioritising, planning and organising own tasks
  • Experience of using bespoke databases/data capture tools

Desirable

  • Experience of working in Cancer
  • Experience of audit
  • Familiarity with EPIC
  • Participation at Site Initiation Visits
  • Experience of managing clinical trials monitoring activities
  • Experience in producing and presenting reports
  • Understanding/experience of using local portfolio trial management tools (EDGE) for research
  • Experience of using schedules of assessments within research protocols to determine trial participant data requirements
  • Previous NHS experience

Knowledge

Essential

  • Sound understanding of ethical and quality standards applicable to clinical trials, including EU Directive, ICH GCP
  • Confidentiality and data protection processes and procedures
  • Understanding of data integrity principles (ALCOA+)
  • Knowledge of medical terminology
  • GCP Trained

Skills

Essential

  • Well-developed organisational and communication skills
  • Computer Literate and proficiency (including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)
  • Skills in handling and management of computerised data
  • Meticulous attention to detail with a high standard of accuracy
  • Ability to adapt to change
  • Ability to work under pressure, to tight deadlines and manage conflicting priorities
  • Skills for nurturing key relationships within team and with external agencies

Desirable

  • Ability to train and mentor less experienced colleagues
  • Ability to present data in clear & simple format

Additional Requirements

Essential

  • The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of Together – Safe, Kind, Excellent.
  • Highly professional approach to work, in particular in dealing with confidential information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Closing Date: 16 August 2026

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