Research Governance Coordinator

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job description

Job Summary

The Research and Development department within Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust are recruiting for a R&D Governance coordinator.

This dynamic, lively and diverse department has the breadth of knowledge and skills to ensure that this high level of research activity and associated research processes are managed smoothly and efficiently.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who has an understanding of R&D in the NHS would like to progress into clinical research governance, develop within the NHS and to play a key role in the effective delivery of non-commercial study set-up activity within the Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust non-commercial R&D teams. Candidates with knowledge of R&D / clinical research management/GCP are encouraged to apply.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidates will be able to demonstrate they are experienced administrators with excellent communication and organisation skills, who enjoy supporting others in their research. While experience in clinical research governance or clinical trials would be advantageous, full training will also be provided but an enthusiasm and interest in clinical research is a must. The selected candidates must work well within a team, follow standard operational procedures, whilst being able to work autonomously and manage their time productively. It is necessary for the candidates to communicate clearly and professionally with a range of staff.

Candidates will need to demonstrate they have a proactive and positive attitude towards their workload and helping others in the team.

About Us

The R&D Department at Guy's & St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust (GSTT) is one of the focal points for innovative research in London through its nationally recognised research portfolio and research infrastructure. The broad ranging research portfolio includes our academic partner King's College London, numerous NIHR Programme and Project Grants, as well as a Research Scheme for academic consultants. In addition the Trust is a stakeholder in the accredited Academic Health Sciences Centre, King's Health Partners, and also the Joint Clinical Trials Office. The R&D Department also supports the Phase 1 accredited Clinical Research Facilities. As well as hosting the South London Comprehensive Local Research Network (CLRN), the Trust is a major player in the South London network both in relation to the national research study portfolio and accruals into studies.

Full-time R&D staff are required to work in the office three days a week (part-time staff's attendance is pro-rata). Other flexible working and part-time applicants will be considered such as compressed hours, term-time only, job-shares. However, all R&D Governance staff are required to work to travel across our hospital to support our researchers and research delivery teams.

This is a full-time post but we may consider a part-time role or job shares.

Date posted: 11 April 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 5

Salary: £35,964 to £43,780 a year pro rata per annum (incl. of HCA)

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working, Compressed hours

Reference number: 196-RD277

Job locations: Guy's Hospital, Great Maze Pond, London, SE1 9RT

Job Description

Job responsibilities

• To manage Trust approvals of research projects and issuing confirmation of capacity approvals including study amendment approvals so that clinical research can start/continue.
• Maintain the R&D database (EDGE) as the central record of all R&D activity within or involving the Trust.
• To act as the administrative contact within the R&D Office for seeking relevant approvals, and as a source of advice and information for researchers, including the dissemination of R&D information.
• To act as a point of co-ordination, liaison and advice for investigators and sponsors seeking approvals for R&D projects.
• Maintain an in-depth understanding of new developments in NHS R&D management and governance.

Person Specification

Previous Experience Essential

• Experience of working in a team oriented environment.
• Background in R&D administration (HRA, REC, clinical trials).

Desirable

• Understanding of medical research (e.g. GCP).
• Experience of using the Edge Database.

Skills Essential

• Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritise and meet deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to carry out detailed work accurately.

Knowledge/Qualifications Essential

• Degree or equivalent relevant work experience.

Desirable

• Postgraduate degree.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.

For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement.

Employer details

Employer name: Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

Address: Guy's Hospital, Great Maze Pond, London, SE1 9RT

Employer's website: https://www.guysandstthomas.nhs.uk/careers/careers.aspx