Research Data Coordinator
At a glance
- Band
- Band 4
- Contract
- Fixed-term
- Pattern
- Full-time
- Posted
- 17/09/2026
- Closes
- 30/09/2026
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Role summary
This role involves providing high-quality data coordination and administrative support within the Haematology Research Unit (HRU) clinical trials team. The post holder will ensure data collection aligns with protocol requirements and GCP principles, accurately entering data into Case Report Forms and maintaining data integrity. They will work independently, managing frequent deadlines for a large portfolio of clinical trials, and collaborate closely with investigators, nurses, and sponsors. The role also includes assisting with trial documentation, audits, and sample management.
Essential criteria
- BSc Life Sciences degree or equivalent relevant work experience in data coordination / management
- Good clinical practice (GCP) qualification
- Knowledge and Experience
- Knowledge and experience with Multidisciplinary team and internal & external stakeholders
- Previous research data collection / entry experience
- ECDL or proven equivalent experience in MS Office and outlook
Desirable criteria
- Knowledge of clinical trial activity & confidentiality
- Understanding of Research Governance
- Ability to acquire in-depth knowledge of trial protocols and to communicate this to professionals and lay persons
- Skills and Competencies
- Excellent communication skills in English, written and verbal
- Ability to work under pressure and excellent time management skills
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the initiative to challenge processes to improve data integrity
- Education and Qualifications
- BSc Life Sciences degree or equivalent relevant work experience in data coordination / management
- Good clinical practice (GCP) qualification
- Knowledge and Experience
- Knowledge and experience with Multidisciplinary team and internal & external stakeholders
- Previous research data collection / entry experience
- ECDL or proven equivalent experience in MS Office and outlook
- Knowledge of clinical trial activity & confidentiality
- Understanding of Research Governance
- Ability to acquire in-depth knowledge of trial protocols and to communicate this to professionals and lay persons
- Skills and Competencies
- Excellent communication skills in English, written and verbal
- Ability to work under pressure and excellent time management skills
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the initiative to challenge processes to improve data integrity
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 4 at £26,530 – £29,114 a year, across England.
This advert: £34,186 – £37,389 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
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King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Research Data Coordinator
The closing date is 30 September 2026
Job summary
The post holder will be responsible for the provision of high-quality data coordination in a dynamic clinical trials team, providing efficient and organised administrative support to the members of the Haematology Research Unit (HRU). The post holder will ensure confidential and sensitive information is kept secure at all times.
The post holder will work independently and follow the policies and procedures for the trust and within the unit. The post holder will also be expected to use their own initiative and report accordingly to their line manager and senior colleagues.
This role is within a busy research unit, subject to frequent deadlines for a large portfolio of clinical trials as such, the post holder will need to possess excellent time management and planning skills.
The post holder will work closely with the Principal Investigators and Consultants, the HRU Research Nurses and Trial Coordinators, medical staff, and clinical trials sponsors and representatives.
The post holder will ensure consistent and professional administrative and data support to the
HRU and support the team's agreed portfolio of commercial and non-commercial clinical trials. This will require flexibility, the use of initiative and a very high degree of organisational
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