Background:

All CTSU trials fall under the scientific and methodological leadership of either the Director or the Deputy Director. Clinical Trials Programme Managers (CTPMs) working under the direction of the scientific lead and Operations Director are each responsible for overseeing a component of the trials portfolio, ensuring trials are initiated and delivered effectively. In addition to dedicated statistical and IT support, each trial has a trial team comprising of trial management, data management and administrative support.

The CTPM is responsible for the development and initiation of new trials and for overseeing the trial team, ensuring staff are and suitably trained and supported. In addition, CTPMs are expected to provide scientific or operational expertise and leadership within a defined area of research or trial conduct.

Responsibilities:

• Development and set up of new studies/sub studies in the context of relevant local, national and international priorities and ongoing research interests.
• Overseeing the conduct of a number of studies within the insttitutes portfolio to ensure their smooth running and progress.
• Contributing to CTSU's scientific output.
• Line management of a team of trial staff within the agreed portfolio.
• Proactive member of the CTSU's Management Group.

Requirements

• Minimum of a first degree or equivalent qualification in biomedical sciences or an allied subject (including health care disciplines), essential. A postgraduate qualification in biomedical sciences or an allied subject is desirable
• Proven track record working at a senior level (i.e. management team or equivalent) within a research oriented group
• Experience of managing, directing and supporting staff
• Proven project management / central coordination experience gained in the phase II or III multi-centre trial setting
• Experience/knowledge of the current UK ethics and regulatory processes associated with clinical research
• Excellent knowledge of the EU Clinical Trials Directive, UK Clinical Trials Regulations, Principles of Good Clinical Practice and research governance framework legislation together with the ability to disseminate the knowledge and information
• Experience of scientific and logistical input into trial documentation including protocol, CRFs, manuscripts and reports

You must have a valid U.K work permit in order to apply for this role.

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