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| Clinical Trial Administrator |
| Location: Oxford |
| Organisation: Oncology Clinical Trials Office (OCTO), Dept Oncology, Oxford University |
| Type: Either Full or Part Time |
| Basis of Employment: Contract |
| Grade/Salary: Grade 5 – £32,966 to £37,338 per annum (pro-rata for part-time) |
| Closing Date: 7 April 2026 |
| Description:
Clinical Trial Administrator, OCTO Department of Oncology, Oncology Clinical Trials Office (OCTO), Level 2, Cancer & Haematology Department, Churchill Hospital, Headington, Oxford, OX3 7LE About the role: We have an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Trial Administrator (CTA) to join the Oncology Clinical Trials Office (OCTO), working in a team of trial management professionals, running clinical trials and studies across a varied portfolio. The post holder will be responsible for a range of activities required in the day-to-day running of clinical trials. CTAs will usually work on 1-3 trials, offering the opportunity to be involved in and learn about a wide range of clinical trial management activities. OCTO is based in the Department of Oncology, University of Oxford. OCTO develops and runs academic clinical trials and studies and is proactive in improving clinical trial procedures. Working to the highest standards our trials are concerned with the practical application of high-quality clinical research into early detection and prevention strategies and innovative and effective cancer therapies. There will be the occasional need to travel to participating hospitals or national meetings (approximately twice a year, sometimes with the need for overnight stays). The post is based in Oncology Clinical Trials Office (OCTO), Level 2, Cancer & Haematology Department, Churchill Hospital, Headington, Oxford, OX3 7LE, and is offered on a full-time, fixed-term contract for 2 years in the first instance. An early start date is essential for this role. About you: You will be educated to at least A-level in a biomedical or associated subject (or other relevant qualification) and have previous experience in a clinical research setting, with an understanding of Good Clinical Practice (GCP). You will have experience of managing and working with clinical research or patient data e.g. data entry, data coding, entry validation and reporting, with critical and intelligent attention to detail and high standards of accuracy. You will have effective communication and inter-personal skills, including written and spoken English, and strong administrative skills including email, minute-taking, and use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Experience in working on oncology clinical trials in a non-commercial setting would be advantageous. Application Process: If you would like to discuss this role please contact Stephanie Levy at stephanie.levy@oncology,ox.ac.uk You will be required to upload your CV, a Supporting Evidence Form and the names and contact details of two referees as part of your online application. Your supporting evidence form should list each of the essential and desirable selection criteria, as listed in the job description, and explain how you meet each one. Both documents must be submitted to be considered. Only applications received before noon on Tuesday 7th April 2026 can be considered. |
| How to apply:
Please apply via the Oxford University Jobs website |
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