Trial Manager (HSR076A)

The Health Services Research Unit (HSRU) has a national remit to research the best ways to provide health care, and to train those working in the health services in research methods. Most research projects aim to find out whether developments within the health service really are effective, efficient and appropriate. There are approximately 70 members of staff, working together cohesively, with everyone’s contribution valued. The atmosphere is friendly, informal and efficient.

An experienced Trial Manager is required by the Centre for Healthcare Randomised Trials (CHaRT - www.abdn.ac.uk/hsru/chart) at the Health Services Research Unit (HSRU), University of Aberdeen. CHaRT collaborates in high quality Randomised Controlled Trials which address important health questions.

The Trial Manager will work on clinical trials within the CHaRT portfolio (www.abdn.ac.uk/hsru/what-we-do/trials-unit/portfolio/index.php). As a grade 7 trial manager you would be expected to take the lead trial management role in the delivery of clinical trials within the portfolio, effectively delegating aspects of the day to day management to other members of the team.

Salary will be paid at the appropriate point within the Grade 7 scale (£45,585 - £54,395 per annum) and negotiable with placement according to qualifications and experience.

As this post is funded by multiple research grants it will be available for 12 months in the first instance.

Informal enquiries should be made to Dr. Seonaidh Cotton, s.c.cotton@abdn.ac.uk

In accordance with the UKVI immigration rules, it is with regret that this role DOES NOT MEET THE SALARY REQUIREMENTS for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. For this role, the successful candidate must be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK prior to commencing employment and obtain the right to work in the UK. Information on other visa options is available at www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa.

To apply online for this position visit www.abdn.ac.uk/jobs.

The closing date for the receipt of applications is 18^th September 2024.

The School of Medicine, Medical Sciences and Nutrition embraces a diverse working environment and recognises the many benefits this can bring. Applications from individuals from across all of the equality protected characteristics are encouraged.

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