Cancer Research Administrative Assistant

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Applications are invited for the post of Cancer Research Administrative Assistant to provide high quality, effective and efficient administrative support to the Stefani Unit Cancer Research Team. You will undertake administrative/clerical duties as delegated by the Senior Clinical Research Nurse to support the smooth running of the department and enable the research team to achieve their objectives. You will act as a point of contact for study participants, carers, staff and external organisations in relation to answering queries and arranging appointments for study visits.

The Stefani Unit is a clinical research facility which provides clinical space and expert staff to support patients with cancer who are taking part in clinical research studies.

Applicants should have previous administration/clerical experience and experience of working with the public, ideally in a NHS or other healthcare setting, and in a busy and demanding environment. You must have excellent communication and organisational skills, be able to manage tasks efficiently and meet deadlines. You will have good IT skills, be able to work accurately and pay close attention to detail.

Informal enquiries to: Janet Douglas, Senior Charge Nurse, Stefani Unit, janet.douglas@nhs.scot Tel: 01382 496685 or Kay Walker, Co-director (Nursing), kathleen.walker@nhs.scot

Internal Applicants - Written approval must be sought from your line manager prior to applying for this as a secondment. You will be required to bring this if shortlisted for interview.

You will be required to achieve the mandatory Induction standards for Healthcare Support Workers in Scotland and to comply with the Code of Conduct throughout your employment.

Hours of work are: 20 Hours. Fixed Term/Secondment for 1 Year.

Please note: This post does not meet Home Office Guidelines for Sponsorship/Skilled Worker Visa.

Short-listed applicants will be contacted by email. Please check your emails regularly, including your junk/spam folder.

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