Clinical Trials Manager

**About the role**



We have an exciting opportunity to join the Specialised Translational Research
Oxford Neuromuscular Group (STRONG) in the Department of Paediatrics as our
Clinical Trial Manager.





You will play an important role in the delivery of our portfolio of clinical
trials and will work closely with the Clinical Research and Operations
Manager, Laura Chiverton and the Principle Investigator, Laurent Servais.





You will be responsible for the management and delivery of a portfolio of
clinical trials and will work closely with the research group to ensure
efficient running of our clinical trials. The successful candidate will have
excellent organisational and communication skills to facilitate smooth
delivery of our clinical trials.





You will be working in a growing department within the Medical Sciences
Division. The Department of Paediatrics is a world leader in child health
research and hosts internationally renowned research programmes in drug
development, gastroenterology, haematology, HIV, immunology, neuroimaging,
neuromuscular diseases and vaccinology.





This position is offered full-time on a fixed-term contract initially for one
year or until 31 December 2025 (whichever is sooner) with the possibility to
extend provided further external funding is available.








**About the department**



The Department of Paediatrics holds the Athena Swan Gold award (a national
gender equality charter) acknowledging the innovative policies and practices
developed across the department. We encourage staff to develop their skills by
offering all staff ten paid days of professional development each year and
have a policy where staff can apply to receive funding for further training
courses to support their professional development. For staff on work visas, we
also offer financial assistance towards visa renewal fees.





Please visit our website to find out more about the Department.





**About you**



You will have experience in management of clinical trials and be educated to
degree level, or have equivalent experience. The successful candidate will
have knowledge of the regulatory and governance requirements for UK clinical
trials. You will have highly effective verbal and written communication skills
with all levels of staff and an ability to operate effectively in a demanding
and growing research environment.





**Application Process**



You will be required to upload a CV and Supporting Statement as part of your
online application. The Supporting Statement should include a cover letter and
should also clearly describe how you meet each of the selection criteria
listed in the job description. Click here for information and advice on
writing an effective Supporting Statement.





To discuss the post in more detail, please contact Laura Chiverton, the
Clinical Research and Operations manager.





Only online applications received before 12.00 midday on 15th November 2024
will be considered. Interviews will be held as soon as possible thereafter.





The Department of Paediatrics offers an Interview Expense Reimbursement Policy
in its efforts towards equality, diversity and inclusion. Should you be
invited to interview, we will share further information about the policy at
that stage.