Research Assistant (Data Manager)

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Research Assistant (Data Manager)
Centre for Trials Research (CTR)
College of Biomedical & Life Sciences

The Centre for Trials Research at Cardiff University is a large, multinational community of researchers, professional services staff and students from a diverse range of backgrounds. 

We tackle the big diseases and health concerns of our time by forming partnerships with researchers and building lasting relationships with the public. Find out more about the Centre and working with us here .

You will support the Centre by working on multiple trials as a Data Manager. You will work with the wider trial team to set up these trials taking a lead on the Data Management tasks such as Case Report Form design, specifying the requirements of the trial database and rigorously testing it to ensure it meets these specifications and that it is also regulatory compliant. During the trial recruitment and follow up period you will monitor and query the data to ensure a high level of data completeness and ensure that the datasets are free from queries. You will ensure that all data is collected, processed and stored in accordance with Good Clinical Practice and the General Data Protection Regulation. You will become an active member of the Data Management team and look to develop your own research ideas in a supportive environment.
With a culture of continuous professional and career development the Centre has an excellent track record of helping people develop in their areas of interest, with many progressing within the Centre itself, the wider University or further afield.

For informal discussions you are welcome to contact the recruiter Nigel Kirby (Head of Data Management) on 029 2068 7517 or [email protected].

This post is full-time (35 hours per week), fixed term for 1 year, based at Heath Park and are available from 1st February 2024.

The majority of roles at Cardiff University are currently operating under “blended working” arrangements, with staff having the flexibility to work partly from home and partly from the University campus depending on specific business requirements. Discussions around these arrangements can take place after the successful candidate has been appointed.

Salary: £32,332 - £34,980 per annum (Grade 5).

Appointments to roles at Cardiff University are usually made at bottom of scale unless in exceptional circumstances.

Cardiff University offers many excellent benefits, including 45 days annual leave (incl. bank holidays), local pension scheme, a cycle to work scheme and other travel initiatives, annual increments within the pay scale, and more. It's an exciting and vibrant place to work with many different challenges and is a proud Living Wage supporter. Business needs will require some degree of office-based working but the balance of time can be spent in the office or remotely (subject to agreement with the line manager).

Date advert posted: Friday, 9 February 2024

Closing date: Sunday, 25 February 2024

Please be aware that Cardiff University reserves the right to close these vacancies early should sufficient applications be received.

Cardiff University is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity and to creating an inclusive working environment. We believe this can be achieved through attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse range of staff from many different backgrounds.  We therefore welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of sex, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, trans identity, relationship status, religion or belief, caring responsibilities, or age.  In supporting our employees to achieve a balance between their work and their personal lives, we will also consider proposals for flexible working or job share arrangements. 

Cardiff University is a signatory to the San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment (DORA), which means that in hiring and promotion decisions we will evaluate applicants on the quality of their research, not publication metrics or the identity of the journal in which the research is published. More information is available at:  Responsible research assessment - Research - Cardiff University

Job Description

Main function

To contribute to research within trials, carrying out supporting work that helps lead to the publishing of research in high-quality journals. To pursue excellence in research and to inspire others to do the same. 

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Research 

• To undertake research with a focus on the planning and implementation of data management processes and systems
• Actively participate within the research group, communicating and presenting research at meetings, through publications and other recognised avenues as appropriate, ensuring information is communicated to internal and external partners
• To contribute to research publications and presentations as required
• To analyse and communicate complex ideas, concepts and data using appropriate methods and packages 
• To resolve issues and support senior colleagues in devising procedures required to ensure accurate and timely reporting
• To generate research output and contribute to the development of  independent  and original ideas as appropriate
• To provide support in research activities for undergraduate courses and research programmes and provide guidance to junior members of staff within the research team
• To maintain and update knowledge in data management, researching and critically appraising relevant literature within the area.
• Ensure that work is undertaken and documented in a regulatory compliant way and be prepared for regular audits and inspections, as well as contributing to the development of the quality management system for the area of data management.

• To participate in School administration and activities to promote the School and its work to the wider University and the outside world
• To undergo personal and professional development that is appropriate to and which will enhance performance.
• To ensure that an understanding of the importance of confidentiality is applied when undertaking all duties
• To abide by the University policies on Health and Safety and Equality and Diversity
• Any other duties not included above, but consistent with the role.

Person Specification

Essential Criteria

Qualifications and Education

1.    A degree in a relevant discipline, or equivalent experience

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

2.    Knowledge of research methods and techniques within specialist field

3.    Proven ability to analyse complex information and summarise appropriately

4.    Specialist knowledge of appropriate trial governance, systems and processes in relation to data management

5.    Experience of working with IS professionals to deliver comprehensive data management solutions

Communication and Team Working

6.    Proven communication skills, including presentation to various audiences

7.    Excellent organisational and team-working skills

Other

8.    Proven ability to demonstrate creativity, problem solving, innovation and teamworking within work

Desirable Criteria

1.    PhD in a relevant discipline

2.    Evidence of collaborations with industry, NHS or social care

3.    Proven ability to adapt to the changing requirements of the Higher Education community 

4.    A commitment to high quality patient and public involvement

5.    Fluency in Welsh, written and oral

Additional Information

IMPORTANT: Evidencing Criteria

It is the School of Medicine's policy to use the person specification as a key tool for short-listing. Candidates should evidence that they meet ALL of the essential criteria as well as, where relevant, the desirable. As part of the application process you will be asked to provide this evidence via a supporting statement.

Please ensure when submitting this document / attaching it to your application profile you name it with the vacancy reference number, in this instance for this post, 17938BR.

If candidates do not provide written evidence of meeting all of the essential criteria then their application will not be progressed. The School of Medicine welcome the submission of CVs to accompany evidence of the job-based criteria.

Job Category

Academic - Research, Health, Medical & Dental