Data Manager

University College London Hospital; London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job description

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Job overview

The Cancer Clinical Trials Unit at UCLH is looking to recruit a Data Manager to support a portfolio of Phase I-III clinical trials in the Lymphoma and MPN trials team. You may be required to cover other disease areas on a short-term or longer-term basis.

The post-holder will be required to deliver and verify trial-specific information to sponsors, support the team with the set-up of new clinical trials and assist as needed with the processing of biological samples, amongst other tasks. You will be part of a supportive and dynamic team, working closely with clinical research staff. Whilst the position is administrative, the role is vital in supporting clinical research staff deliver excellent care to patients with cancer.

We are currently supporting hybrid remote working, allowing a combination of working from home and office-based working. Flexibility around on-site working is essential, and you may be required to attend the office at relatively short notice to ensure that the service is covered.

We ideally want someone with experience of clinical research, knowledge of cancer, good verbal and written communication skills and some experience of working in a healthcare setting. However, if you have some of these criteria and clear enthusiasm for the role, then please apply.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will:

1. Have a portfolio of trials for which they are responsible
2. Complete data entry into case report forms for assigned trials as per protocols
3. Ensure case report forms are completed are of high quality, accurate and sent in a timely manner
4. Resolve issues with source data and anomalous data at the time of reporting, reviewing against previously reported data as well as local and national normal ranges.
5. Prioritise workload to manage time effectively
6. Process updated information and documents for the successful running of the study
7. Create and maintain both paper and electronic trial site files
8. Maintain list/database of up-coming, current and recently closed clinical trials
9. Maintain electronic and paper list of accrual to trials
10. Organise and prepare documentation for audits and monitoring visits.
11. Process biological samples in the trials lab
12. Liaise with the MDT, Principal and Sub Investigators, Sponsors, and support departments professionally and appropriately
13. Obtain tumour block samples
14. Upload scans as required by trial protocol
15. Escalate issues to senior team members

The portfolio is very diverse, with a wide range of studies, to reflect the varied nature of the disease area in this age group. The successful applicant should be organised, pro-active and able to work autonomously, while also collaborating and communicating with the rest of the trials team and the doctor.

Working for our organisation

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.

We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world-class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.

Person specification

Knowledge and Qualifications

Essential criteria

• Life Science degree
• Knowledge of concept of clinical trials
• Knowledge of ICH GCP

Desirable criteria

• Knowledge of oncology and/or haematology

Experience

Essential criteria

• Experience of working under minimal supervision
• Experience of working to deadlines

Desirable criteria

• Experience of independently carrying out a research project
• Experience of working in a health care setting
• Experience of conducting clinical trials

Skills and Abilities

Essential criteria

• Proven ability to work under own initiative.
• Knowledge of ICH GCP
• Computer literacy to include experience of Word & Excel
• Proven ability to prioritise own workload

Desirable criteria

• Knowledge of oncology and/or haematology

Communication

Essential criteria

• Proven ability to communicate effectively in writing

Personal and People Development

Essential criteria

• Good eye for detail
• Displays enthusiastic nature
• Ability to identify own training needs
• Displays desire for professional and personal development

At UCLH, we have a real 'One Team' ethos, and our values - safety, kindness, teamwork and improving, are central to the way we work. This is supported by our staff, who voted us as the #1 NHS Acute Trust to work for in the whole of England.