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Senior Research Administrator

Job in Truro, Cornwall, TR1, England, UK
Listing for: NHS
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-04
Job specializations:
  • Healthcare
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 30000 - 40000 GBP Yearly GBP 30000.00 40000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

To provide senior oversight of junior members of the administrative staff with support and direction from line manager. Under the guidance of line manager, undertake a supervisory role of the Research Administrator (RA) and the Research Administrative Assistant (RAA), delegating duties appropriate to their level and in line with their job descriptions. To undertake higher level duties to support senior staff in line with job description.

To lead in the set-up, co-ordination, preparation and implementation required for running a research study whilst always working to current regulatory guidance and Trust Policies and standard operating procedures (SOP's).

Main duties of the job

Provide senior oversight of junior members of Admin Team.

Co-ordinate allocated studies from Site Initiation Visits (SIV's) to completion.

Co-ordinate SIV's and follow up on relevant actions.

Coordinate set up and management of study site files.

Oversee version control.

Coordinate completion of Quality Assurance Database (QUAD) findings

Attend and take part in the scheduled Study Set Up meetings

Oversee modifications process and manage complex modifications

Provide cross-cover for teams as directed by departmental lead.

Undertake accurate and timely complex data entry using computerised systems.

Provide effective communication with R&D offices, investigators and the multi-disciplinary team, pharmaceutical companies, and research organisations.

Have a comprehensive understanding of research processes, governance and regulations.

Oversee study close out.

Oversee archiving of trial/study documentation.

Respond quickly and appropriately to all enquiries.

Oversee accurate and timely financial data upload to RADICO (internal finance system).

Responsible for the oversight of EDGE (internal research database).

Participate in regular meetings and co-ordinate, action or implement any processes as directed by the Senior Management Team.

Completion of self-audits of projects and processes, working with the Trust Audit and Project Monitoring Officer.

About us

Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) is at the heart of acute and specialist care for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We care for a population of around 470,000 people, a number that increases during visitor seasons. We employ around 6,700 staff, united by a shared commitment to deliver safe, high-quality care. We provide services across three main hospital sites, with around 780 inpatient beds:

  • Royal Cornwall Hospital in Truro
  • St Michael's Hospital in Hayle

As a teaching hospital, we're proud to work in partnership with the University of Exeter Medical School, the University of Plymouth School of Nursing and Midwifery, and Peninsula Dental School, supporting the next generation of health professionals. We're committed to staying at the forefront of medical advance; investing in our people, developing our facilities, and expanding the specialist care we can offer locally so more patients can receive the care they need closer to home.

We have a growing reputation for research and innovation that helps shape better care for the future. The Knowledge Spa, located on our Truro site, is a vibrant hub for medical, nursing and professional education across clinical and non-clinical roles. It plays a vital role in attracting, developing and retaining highly skilled teams.

We are driven by one clear ambition, Outstanding Care for One and All, care that's safe, kind and high-quality. We are RCHT.

Job responsibilities

PLEASE NOTE:
To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side.

To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:

Identity Checks

Professional registration and qualification checks

Employment history and reference checks

Occupational Health clearance

Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check

Right to work in the UK

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We reserve the right to close this advert early.

We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.

Person Specification Qualifications
  • Diploma Level…
Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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