Clinical Trials Administrator with Play

About the role

We are seeking to appoint a Clinical Trials Assistant (with Play) to join the Oxford Vaccine Group, Department of Paediatrics. Within the Oxford Vaccine Group the Clinical Trials Assistant (with Play) is responsible for the effective and efficient day to day administration of research studies to enable the academic research staff to fulfil their responsibilities.

The Clinical Trials Assistant (with Play) will carry out varied office duties and specific study related tasks and acts as a pivotal point of contact for the clinical trial team. The also role includes assisting the paediatric study team by providing distraction to babies and children on visits within the community.

This position is offered full-time on a fixed-term contract initially for one year with the possibility to extend provided further external funding is available. The role requires on site working five days per week, remote working cannot be facilitated due to the nature of the role.

You will be working in a growing department within the Medical Sciences Division. The Department of Paediatrics is a world leader in child health research and hosts internationally renowned research programmes in drug development, gastroenterology, haematology, HIV, immunology, neuroimaging, neuromuscular diseases and vaccinology.

About the department

The Department of Paediatrics is committed to equality and valuing diversity. The Department of Paediatrics has been honoured with the Athena Swan Gold award, a national gender equality charter, recognising the Department's innovative policies and practices. We are committed to the professional development of our staff by providing up to ten paid days annually for skill enhancement and allowing applications for additional training funding. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to contribute to a forward-thinking department.

We welcome new staff with ideas who are willing to shape the future of the department that thinks about its staff and wellbeing. In addition to the University of Oxford healthcare and wellbeing resources, the Department of Paediatrics sponsors weekly exercise classes such as yoga and bootcamp sessions as well as a choir. For staff on work visas, we also offer financial assistance towards visa renewal fees. These activities are designed to promote physical and mental wellbeing among staff members.

Please visit our  website to find out more about the Department.

About you

You will have experience in research clinical trials administration including working knowledge of regulatory and governance requirements for clinical trials. You will possess demonstrable experience in an administrative role working in an office environment, with excellent written and oral communication skills.

Application process

You will be required to upload a CV and Supporting Statement as part of your online application. Your application will not be processed if you do not include both documents.

The Supporting Statement should include a cover letter and should also clearly describe how you meet each of the selection criteria listed in the job description. Click  here for information and advice on writing an effective Supporting Statement.

Only online applications received before 12.00 midday on Friday 7th August 2026 will be considered. Interviews will be held as soon as possible thereafter.

The Department of Paediatrics offers an Interview Expense Reimbursement Policy in its efforts towards equality, diversity and inclusion. Should you be invited to interview, we will share further information about the policy at that stage.

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