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All vacancies within Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences (NDORMS)
There are currently 8 vacancies within Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences (NDORMS):
| Title | Closes | Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Clinical Trial Manager | April 4, 2023, noon | Grade 7: £34,308 - £39,745 p.a. |
| Clinical Trials Administrative Coordinator | April 4, 2023, noon | Grade 5: £27,131 - £32,348 p.a. |
| Research Study Manager | April 4, 2023, noon | Grade 7: £34,308 - £42,155 p.a. |
| Data Coordinator | April 10, 2023, noon | Standard Grade 6: £30,502 - £36,386 p.a |
| Human Resources Manager (Maternity Cover) | April 12, 2023, noon | Standard Grade 7: £34,308 - £42,155 |
| Human Resources Officer (Maternity Cover) | April 14, 2023, noon | Standard Grade 5: £27,131 - £32,348 |
| Data Analyst | April 19, 2023, noon | Standard Grade 6: £30,502 - £36,386 p.a. |
| Clinical Phenotyping Assistant (5 posts) | April 21, 2023, noon | Standard Grade 5: £27,131 - £32,348 per annum (pro rata) |
Clinical Trial Manager
Closes: April 4, 2023, noon; salary: Grade 7: £34,308 - £39,745 p.a.
<div> <p></p><div>Following a successful funding application within the European HIPPOCRATES programme, a Trial Manager is sought to take day to day responsibility for the set up and running of the HPOS trial, an important study looking to follow 25,000 patients across Europe with psoriasis to investigate predictors for the development of psoriatic arthritis. You will be based within the Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences (NDORMS) at the Botnar Research Centre, Oxford.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>As Clinical Trial Manager, you will contribute to finalising the protocol, study materials, training packages for collaborating sites and prepare trial specific instructions/documents. You will oversee data collection and the trial database systems (alongside the trial programmer and statisticians) and perform regular systematic checks of information held as required. You will also plan/monitor expenditure against the programme budget, and oversee the work of any junior trial staff assigned to the project.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>You will have a degree in a biomedical or associated subject, or other relevant qualification/proven experience in management of clinical research and data. You will have proven administrative, communication/presentation, and project management skills (including a strong working knowledge of Word and Excel), as well as evidenced ability to organise a professional team (with management guidance) and interact confidently with the broader research community. You should be willing to travel occasionally for site visits and external meetings. Previous experience of clinical trial management, rheumatology research, and relational databases is desirable.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>This is a full-time fixed-term appointment until 30/06/2026. A part time appointment with a minimum of 0.7 FTE will be considered.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>A lower grade offer may be made (Grade 6: £29,176 - £34,804 p.a.) with commensurate reduction in responsibilities (and amendment in job title to Clinical Trial Coordinator) if a suitable candidate cannot be found to fill the Grade 7 position.)</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>The closing date for this position is 12 noon on Tuesday 04 April. You will be required to upload a supporting statement and CV as part of your online application.</div> </div>Clinical Trials Administrative Coordinator
Closes: April 4, 2023, noon; salary: Grade 5: £27,131 - £32,348 p.a.
<div> <p></p><div>Following a successful funding application within the European HIPPOCRATES programme, a Clinical Study Administrative Coordinator is sought to facilitate the set up and running of the HPOS trial, an important study looking to follow 25,000 patients across Europe with psoriasis to investigate predictors for the development of psoriatic arthritis. You will be based within the Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences (NDORMS) at the Botnar Research Centre, Oxford.  </div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>As Clinical Trials Administrative Coordinator, you will provide administrative support to the Trial Manager leading the study to facilitate the successful delivery of the clinical study to time and target. You will be responsible for the smooth coordination of activity such as site set up and data submission/checks with minimal supervision, as well as maintaining the Trial Master File and dealing with trial queries (with support from senior staff where appropriate). You will be responsible for planning and organising your own workload to meet current priorities – this will include occasional travel to sites and external meetings.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>You will be educated to at least A-Level standard (or hold equivalent qualifications/experience). You will have proven administrative, communication, and data entry skills (including a strong working knowledge of Word, Outlook, and Excel), as well as evidenced ability to maintain and follow accurate, detailed records and instructions. An understanding of data protection and other statutory requirements, and previous experience with clinical research and data management is desirable.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>This is a full-time fixed-term appointment until 30/06/2026. A part time appointment with a minimum of 0.7 FTE will be considered.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>A lower grade offer may be made (Grade 4: £23,715 – £27,131 p.a.) with commensurate reduction in responsibilities (and amendment in job title to Clinical Trials Assistant) if a suitable candidate cannot be found to fill the Grade 5 position.) </div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>The closing date for this position is 12 noon on Tuesday 04 April. You will be required to upload a supporting statement and CV as part of your online application.</div> </div>Research Study Manager
Closes: April 4, 2023, noon; salary: Grade 7: £34,308 - £42,155 p.a.
<div> <p></p><div>We are seeking a Research Study Manager to be part of an interdisciplinary team of scientists and clinician researchers studying psoriatic arthritis (PsA). You would oversee project management and data co-ordination for a number of research studies within the Oxford PsA Centre (Ox-PACE), providing a unique opportunity to be involved in all stages of a research project’s life. You would be based within the Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences (NDORMS) at the Botnar Research Centre, Oxford.  </div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>As Research Study Manager, you will facilitate monthly meetings between all sites, liaise with individual sites on a regular basis, and provide quarterly updates on project progress to all project stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of project goals. You will assist individual sites with relevant ethical approvals and help coordinate study records. You will provide leadership in study-related data/organisation matters, and may oversee junior members of project staff.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>You will have a degree in a biomedical or associated subject, or other relevant qualification/proven experience in clinically related research. You will have an understanding of research methodology, ethical approvals for clinical studies, and data protection/handling, as well as excellent interpersonal/communication skills and experience in interdisciplinary teams. You should be able to demonstrate high standards of accuracy and flexibility in dealing with changing priorities. Previous experience as a project manager and ability to contribute ideas for new research projects is desirable.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>This is a full-time fixed-term appointment for 48 months. A part time appointment with a minimum of 0.6 FTE will be considered.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>A lower grade offer may be made (Grade 6: £29,176 - £34,804 p.a.) with commensurate reduction in responsibilities (and amendment in job title to Research Coordinator) if a suitable candidate cannot be found to fill the Grade 7 position.)</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>The closing date for this position is 12 noon on Tuesday 04 April. You will be required to upload a supporting statement and CV as part of your online application.</div> </div>Data Coordinator
Closes: April 10, 2023, noon; salary: Standard Grade 6: £30,502 - £36,386 p.a
<div> <p></p><p>We have an exciting opportunity for a Data Coordinator to join the Oxford Trauma group at the Kadoorie Research Centre, Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences (NDORMS), to be based at John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford.</p><br> <p>As a Data Coordinator you will support the clinical research undertaken by Oxford Trauma and Emergency Care (OTEC) group by providing technical solutions and support for the research team. You will be responsible for creating and developing data collection systems and specifications as well as carrying out data cleaning and bug fixes, writing, reviewing, and running test scripts and other support documentation for trial databases. You will work with Chief Investigators and study trial managers/coordinators to develop the data collection systems required by their studies and provide training for end-users (internal staff and external stakeholders) in the use of OTEC’s systems, including bespoke project systems.</p><br> <p>You will have experience of working in a regulated environment and supporting the use of IT systems to maintain regulatory compliance combined with the skills and experience equivalent to those of a graduate in a science, numerate or IT-related undergraduate degree. You will have a relevant experience in the creation of case report forms for clinical trials and an ability to validate and test data collection systems as per GxP and GAMP. You will be a good communicator with an aptitude for learning and using a variety of software packages, with a balanced approach to solving problems with initiative and seeking advice when necessary. Experience of working in a Clinical Trial Unit, University, or NHS environment, experience of working on a randomised control trial (RCT) and good knowledge of REDCap or similar data collection systems are desirable.</p><br> <p>This is a full time (part time at a minimum of 60% FTE considered), fixed term for 2 years position</p><br> <p>A lower grade offer may be made (Grade 5: £27,131- £32,348 p.a.) with commensurate reduction in responsibilities if a suitable candidate cannot be found to fill the Grade 6 position.</p><br> <p>The closing date for this position is 12 noon on Friday 10 April 2023. You will be required to upload a CV and supporting statement as part of your online application.</p> </div>Human Resources Manager (Maternity Cover)
Closes: April 12, 2023, noon; salary: Standard Grade 7: £34,308 - £42,155
<div> <p></p><div>We are seeking a Human Resources Manager (Maternity Cover) to join our busy and friendly HR team in the Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences (NDORMS). The post-holder will have a regular on-site presence in our Headington offices, with the opportunity to work remotely up to two days per week.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>Working closely with the two Senior HR Managers, the HR Manager contributes to the running of NDORMS’ HR function with responsibility for overseeing the provision of an effective HR service and the development and implementation of departmental HR strategy and procedures. The post-holder works with staff and managers from across the department, with a particular focus on the Kennedy Institute of Rheumatology.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>This is a varied and interesting role which combines case work, project work and operational HR tasks. You will work with a range of staff, including the Kennedy Institute’s Principal Investigators, Head of Operations and the NDORMS Chief Operating Officer, and have line management responsibility for the NDORMS HR team’s two HR Officers.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>You will be educated to degree level or equivalent, with proven experience of building and managing an HR team to deliver an effective service. A strong communicator, you will have the ability to influence and persuade managers, both verbally and in writing, and develop professional and effective working relationships with key stakeholders.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>This post is available until 31 July 2024, or the actual return of the substantive post-holder, or the resignation of the substantive post-holder and employment of a new post-holder, whichever is the earliest.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>If a suitable candidate cannot be found for the grade 7 position, a lower grade offer (at grade 6: £30,502 - £36,386 p.a.) may be made to a less experienced candidate, with an appropriate adjustment of duties and change in job title to ‘Senior HR Officer’.</div> </div>Human Resources Officer (Maternity Cover)
Closes: April 14, 2023, noon; salary: Standard Grade 5: £27,131 - £32,348
<div> <p></p><div>We are seeking a Human Resources Officer (Maternity Cover) to join our busy and friendly HR team in the Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences (NDORMS). The post-holder will have a regular on-site presence in our Headington offices, with the opportunity to work remotely up to two days per week.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>Working closely with the rest of the NDORMS HR Team, you will be responsible for the operational aspects of human resources administration in the department. You will work with a variety of staff groups and line managers to provide an effective HR service, with a particular focus on staff based at the Nuffield Orthopaedic, and Botnar Research, Centres. This is a varied and interesting role which will require you to engage with various HR procedures, including recruitment, induction, obtaining visas and visa extensions and the University’s end-of-fixed-term-contract processes. In addition, you will advise staff and line managers on straightforward HR questions, researching and interpreting employment law and University procedures to answer more complex queries, as required.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>You will be educated to A level standard with GCSE (grade A-C) level English and Maths, or equivalent, and have experience of working in an HR team/ role, with the ability to work well independently and with others. An excellent communicator, you will be able to explain HR processes and procedures clearly and accurately and provide a high level of customer service at all times.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>This post is available until 30 June 2024, or the actual return of the substantive post-holder, or the resignation of the substantive post-holder and employment of a new post-holder, whichever is the earliest.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>If a suitable candidate cannot be found for the grade 5 position, a lower grade offer (at grade 4: £23,715 - £27,131 p.a.) may be made to a less experienced candidate, with an appropriate adjustment of duties and change in job title to ‘HR Assistant’.</div><br> <div> </div> </div>Data Analyst
Closes: April 19, 2023, noon; salary: Standard Grade 6: £30,502 - £36,386 p.a.
<div> <p></p><div>An exciting opportunity has arisen for a pro-active and enthusiastic full-time Data Analyst to join a team of health economists, collaborating with statisticians, epidemiologists and clinicians working on developing and applying innovative scientific methods, processes, algorithms and systems to extract knowledge and insights from structured and unstructured healthcare data. You will be based within the Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences (NDORMS) at the Botnar Research Centre, Oxford.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>As Data Analyst you will extract, clean, validate, investigate, prepare, and report health-related data using the R programming software and craft efficient and re-usable software solutions to novel problems in the form of R libraries and programming pipelines for use within the team and with collaborators. You will provide written input into the development of health economics analysis plans and function as a source of information and advice to other members of the group on statistical methodologies and procedures. You will also assist team members in their own development of R scripts and help identify more efficient ways to achieve desired outputs.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>You will hold, or be close to completion of, a post graduate qualification or equivalent experience in Statistics, Epidemiology, or numerate/problem solving subjects and programming experience giving the ability to write structured, documented, and reusable code to analyze data in R . You will also be proficient in in publishing reproducible code and in the use of version control systems (e.g., Git/GitHub) and have strong quantitative and analytical skills with substantial knowledge of good data management principles and workflow in the context of health research. A Master’s degree in any of the following fields: Mathematics, Statistics, Statistical Science, Statistical Data Analytics, Medical Statistics, Data Science, Epidemiology, or equivalent and formal training in R Programming, Machine Learning, Data Analytics, Statistics, or Applied Mathematics would be desirable.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>This is a full-time fixed-term appointment for 18 months. Part-time being available/considered.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>The closing date for this position is 12 noon on 19 April 2023, Interviews are planned for the 9th and/or 11th May 2023 . You will be required to upload a supporting statement and CV as part of your online application.</div><br> <div> </div> </div>Clinical Phenotyping Assistant (5 posts)
Closes: April 21, 2023, noon; salary: Standard Grade 5: £27,131 - £32,348 per annum (pro rata)
<div> <p></p><p>We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated and dedicated Clinical Phenotyping Assistant to join the research groups led by Professor Daniel Prieto-Alhambra at the Botnar Research Centre, Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences (NDORMS), Oxford.</p><br> <p>You will join an outstanding, multi-disciplinary and friendly group of motivated and cutting-edge researchers, where you will contribute to clinical research by providing technical support in the process of generating clinical descriptions and lists of clinical codes.</p><br> <p>As a Clinical Phenotyping Assistant, you will contribute to the identification of clinical (e.g. SNOMED, ICD10) codes likely used for the recording of medical diagnoses in electronic medical records, health claims and similar data. You will be responsible for generating clinical descriptions based on existing medical handbooks and/or online resources and maintaining quality control of this process. You will write and review standard operating procedures related to the processes described above and keep up to date with the necessary information governance training.</p><br> <p>You will be undergoing and ideally be near completion of degree in medicine and/or surgery, you will be able to write clinical descriptions based on existing medical knowledge and have a keen interest in academic clinical or data science research. Ability to write up activity logs and results, strong attention to detail and good level of IT skills are essential. Knowledge of R or other programming language is desirable.</p><br> <p>This is a part-time (10% FTE) fixed-term appointment for 2 years.</p><br> <p>The closing date for this position is 12 noon on Friday 21 April 2023. You will be required to upload a CV and supporting statement as part of your online application.</p> </div>