Research Manager
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YOU MAKE US MORE
Join Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
At Moorfields, people's sight matters-and so do the people who make it possible.
For over 200 years, Moorfields has been at the forefront of ophthalmic care, research, and education. With more than 2,300 dedicated team members and over 700,000 patients seen annually across our City Road site and 22 networked sites, we are proud to be a global centre of excellence.
We're also a vibrant community where kindness, equity and excellence shape every aspect of our work. Whether it's pioneering research through our partnership with UCL Institute of Ophthalmology and Moorfields Biomedical Research Centre or training the next generation of global eye care leaders, we're united by one mission-delivering world-class eye health, sustainably and at scale.
And we're just getting started.
From 2027, we'll move to our brand-new Oriel site in St Pancras, Camden-a state-of-the-art centre that will unite eye care, research, and education under one roof. This groundbreaking facility, developed in partnership with UCL Institute of Ophthalmology and Moorfields Eye Charity, will enable transformative innovation and collaboration like never before.
Could you be part of this future? Make us more.
Job overview
The role will include delivering high quality administrative and study management support to the development and implementation of clinical trials and other research studies within Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
The post holder will have past experience of clinical research ideally in a study/trial coordinator role, with a sound working knowledge of current UK clinical trials regulations and Good Clinical Practice requirements. They must possess strong problem solving and analytical skills and be able to work to tight deadlines. He/she will be required to work flexibly and to organise their workload and cope with conflicting demands on their time but prioritise their work accordingly.
The nature of the role requires excellent communication and organisation skills and a high level of computer literacy.
The post holder should have keen interest in the management of Clinical Research.
Main duties of the job
The NIHR Moorfields Clinical Research Facility ('CRF') requires a Research Manager to join the Research Operations Team for a 12 month Maternity cover.
The role will include delivering high quality administrative and study management support to the development and implementation of clinical trials and other research studies within Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
The post holder will have past experience of clinical research ideally in a study/trial coordinator role, with a sound working knowledge of current UK clinical trials regulations and Good Clinical Practice requirements.
They must possess strong problem solving and analytical skills and be able to work to tight deadlines. He/she will be required to work flexibly and to organise their workload and cope with conflicting demands on their time but prioritise their work accordingly.
The nature of the role requires excellent communication and organisation skills and a high level of computer literacy.
The post holder should have keen interest in the management of Clinical Research.
Working for our organisation
What's in it for You?
At Moorfields, we invest in you-your growth, your wellbeing, your future.
You'll join a flexible, supportive organisation offering:
• Competitive salary (including high-cost area supplement)
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme
• 24/7 independent counselling support
• Career-long learning and development opportunities
• Excellent transport connections
• Access to NHS and Blue Light discount schemes
• Free Pilates classes
• Full support and training to develop your skills
And so much more! To see the full range of benefits we offer please view our Moorfields benefits leaflet.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The NIHR Moorfields Clinical Research Facility ('CRF') requires a Research Manager to join the Research Operations Team for a 12 month maternity cover.
The role will include delivering high quality administrative and study management support to the development and implementation of clinical trials and other research studies within Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
The post holder will have past experience of clinical research ideally in a study/trial coordinator role, with a sound working knowledge of current UK clinical trials regulations and Good Clinical Practice requirements. They must possess strong problem solving and analytical skills and be able to work to tight deadlines. He/she will be required to work flexibly and to organise their workload and cope with conflicting demands on their time but prioritise their work accordingly.
The nature of the role requires excellent communication and organisation skills and a high level of computer literacy.
The post holder should have keen interest in the management of Clinical Research.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- University graduate in a relevant subject area or equivalent level of professional experience
Desirable criteria
- Post graduate qualification
Experience
Essential criteria
- Past experience in medical research coordination and/or research administration.
- Experience of setting up and manipulating data in spread sheets (Excel, Access)
- Sound working knowledge of the EU Clinical Trials Directive, Good Clinical Practice and research governance frameworks.
Desirable criteria
- Finance/budget management experience
Due to the nature of this position, employment is subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK, completion of a satisfactory DBS disclosure and two references. We do not offer visa sponsorship for roles unless clearly stated in our adverts, so please consider this before applying.
Our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion is at the heart of our organisational culture. As part of our pledge to take positive action in recruitment we encourage applications from under-represented candidates including BAME (Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic) and Disabled candidates as we work towards a representative workforce that is able to provide the quality, the dignity and respect and to deliver above and beyond.
Moorfields is a flexible working friendly organisation, and we are committed to helping our employees achieve a work-life balance that is beneficial for health and wellbeing, motivation levels and job satisfaction. Every employee of the Trust has the right to request to work flexibly. Please speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
If we receive sufficient applications, we will close this ad prior to the closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application.
If you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments before applying or would like an accessible version of any recruitment documents, please contact the recruitment team at moorfields.recruitment@nhs.net.
https://www.moorfields.nhs.uk/work-for-us
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