Senior Research Operations Manager – Sponsored Research

Job title:

Senior Research Operations Manager – Sponsored Research

Company

NHS

Job description

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust together with its academic partner The Institute of Cancer Research (ICR) comprise the largest Comprehensive Cancer Centre in Europe.Research is at the heart of the activity of both institutions which operate jointly to ensure seamless translation of laboratory research findings into genuine and significant changes in clinical practice for the benefit of patients with cancer not only within the UK but internationally.Our cancer clinical research portfolio is both world-leading and practice changing. This is a unique opportunity to help develop, oversee and deliver an exciting portfolio of RM sponsored trials and join a team dedicated to advancing clinical practice.Main duties of the job

• This is a senior role responsible for enabling and optimising the operational conduct of RM sponsored oncology studies in the research units.
• Responsible for oversight and management of a large RM sponsored portfolio, of both interventional and non-interventional, single and multicentre studies.
• The ideal candidate will have extensive experience of working in clinical research setting with good management skills and expertise.
• Lead on overseeing the appropriate resourcing and management of RM sponsored studies including staff management of trial managers, costing of studies, contributing to grants, managing of grants, opportunities for income generation and performance management.
• As a key member of the Clinical Research Directorate the post holder will be responsible for conveying the requirements of the BRC and Joint Clinical R&D Core Services to clinical research staff within their allocated Clinical Unit and for supporting the Clinical Unit Research Lead in developing and maintaining the appropriate infrastructure for running and delivery of their trial portfolio in line with the RM/ICR research strategy.

About usThe Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals – one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey – as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That’s why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.Date posted28 March 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 8bSalary£70,387 to £80,465 a year Per AnnumContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference numberC9282-25-0289Job locationsRoyal Marsden Hospital ChelseaChelseaSW3 6JJJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesFor further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification:

• Provide expertise and guidance to those in the research unit in all areas of sponsored research and facilitate the delivery of the research strategy alongside the consultants / researchers.
• Oversight of financial management including study costings, research unit budget, and effective management of individual clinical trial budgets, including financial reporting as required. Act as an authorising signatory for the research budget within limits agreed.
• Ensure RM sponsored research is appropriately costed through grants and kept to milestones, escalating issues to chief investigator and head of clinical research delivery as necessary.
• Ensure timely, efficient and effective response to monitoring and audit findings, including root cause analysis and CAPA implementation

Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesFor further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification:

• Provide expertise and guidance to those in the research unit in all areas of sponsored research and facilitate the delivery of the research strategy alongside the consultants / researchers.
• Oversight of financial management including study costings, research unit budget, and effective management of individual clinical trial budgets, including financial reporting as required. Act as an authorising signatory for the research budget within limits agreed.
• Ensure RM sponsored research is appropriately costed through grants and kept to milestones, escalating issues to chief investigator and head of clinical research delivery as necessary.
• Ensure timely, efficient and effective response to monitoring and audit findings, including root cause analysis and CAPA implementation

Person SpecificationEducation / QualificationsEssential

• Life sciences (or equivalent) undergraduate degree or relevant experience
• Recent GCP training
• Postgraduate degree (e.g. MSc, PhD)
• Leadership qualification

Experience / KnowledgeEssential

• Acted as a senior trial coordinator or manager
• Working knowledge of research methodology
• Detailed knowledge of clinical trials, UK Clinical Trial Regulations, GCP and regulatory framework
• Experience of clinical trial and portfolio budget / finance management
• Ability to confidently interact with, influence and motivate people at all levels
• Previous clinical trial project management experience from feasibility to reporting and archiving
• Personnel and leadership management experience

Desirable

• Experience in delivering teaching programmes

Skills / AbilitiesEssential

• Advanced organisational skills and ability to manage multiple projects at various stages of development and organisation
• Excellent communication skills and ability to facilitate collaborative working relationships
• Able to work under pressure, methodical in approach, with effective problem-solving ability
• Able to initiate and drive original research

Person SpecificationEducation / QualificationsEssential

• Life sciences (or equivalent) undergraduate degree or relevant experience
• Recent GCP training
• Postgraduate degree (e.g. MSc, PhD)
• Leadership qualification

Experience / KnowledgeEssential

• Acted as a senior trial coordinator or manager
• Working knowledge of research methodology
• Detailed knowledge of clinical trials, UK Clinical Trial Regulations, GCP and regulatory framework
• Experience of clinical trial and portfolio budget / finance management
• Ability to confidently interact with, influence and motivate people at all levels
• Previous clinical trial project management experience from feasibility to reporting and archiving
• Personnel and leadership management experience

Desirable

• Experience in delivering teaching programmes

Skills / AbilitiesEssential

• Advanced organisational skills and ability to manage multiple projects at various stages of development and organisation
• Excellent communication skills and ability to facilitate collaborative working relationships
• Able to work under pressure, methodical in approach, with effective problem-solving ability
• Able to initiate and drive original research

Expected salary

£70387 – 80465 per year

Location

Chelsea, South West London

Job date

Sun, 30 Mar 2025 02:06:34 GMT

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