Working in a Registered CTU
Working in an an academic or non-commercial CTU can offer you exciting opportunities that may not be available to you elsewhere. These range from publishing your research, presenting at national or international conferences, or teaching the next generation of researchers, as well as making a positive difference to patient and public health.
You can download some information on the different types of roles in CTUs here.
Below you can find some of the vacancies currently available across our 50 registered CTUs. You can also find vacancies on www.jobs.ac.uk.
If you are looking to work with a specific unit or in a particular area of the country then you might also like to visit the websites of individual CTUs. These can be identified via our CTU Finder.
We also occasionally share details of committee roles that may be of interest to colleagues across our Network. You can find details here.
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Database Programmer – Norwich CTU
Job title: Database Programmer
Salary scale: £31,236 per annum (pro rata)
Contract type: Fixed term for 12 months
Working pattern: Full time (part time will be considered)
Closing date: 1 March 2026
About the role
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Norwich Clinical Trials Unit, ideally suited to fast learners with a high technical literacy who wish to gain or build on experience in clinical data management within a CTU.
Appointment will depend on experience, specifically in the development of data solutions for RCTs or other ethically approved studies.
Norwich CTU staff work with investigators and research teams to design, conduct, analyse and report high quality clinical trials and other well-designed studies that fit with the research strategies of NRP partners including NNUH and UEA.
You would be based within the Data Management (DM) team and, under the supervision of the Head of Data Management, support the delivery of externally funded research studies. While most CTU staff are working in a hybrid arrangement, regular on-site attendance is expected.
The post would be of interest to applicants who have a proclivity for data and an interest in clinical trials, and who would like to gain more experience in this within an established CTU.
Further information
UEA offers a variety of flexible working options and although this role is advertised on a full-time basis, we encourage applications from individuals who would prefer a flexible working pattern including annualised hours, compressed working hours, part time, job share, term-time only and/or hybrid working. Details of preferred hours should be stated in the personal statement and will be discussed further at interview.
For an informal discussion about the post please contact Martin Pond, Head of Data Management, via martin.pond@uea.ac.uk
For a full role description, and to apply, please click here.
Data Assistant – Norwich CTU
Job title: Data Assistant
Salary: £26,707 to £30,378 per annum (pro rata)
Contract type: Fixed term for 12 months
Working pattern: Full time / part time
Closing date: 8 March 2026
About the role
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Norwich Clinical Trials Unit, ideally suited to fast learners with a technical aptitude who wish to start their career in clinical data management within a CTU.
Norwich CTU staff work with investigators and research teams to design, conduct, analyse and report high quality clinical trials and other well-designed studies that fit with the research strategies of NRP partners including NNUH and UEA.
You would be based within the Data Management (DM) team and, under the supervision of the Head of Data Management, support database programmers in the delivery of externally funded research studies.
This post would therefore appeal to people who have an interest in data and an eye for detail, and who would like to grow those skills within an established CTU.
Further information
Whilst most CTU staff are currently working in a hybrid arrangement, regular on-site attendance is expected.
This full-time post is available immediately on a fixed term basis for 12 months.
UEA offers a variety of flexible working options and although this role is advertised on a full-time basis, we encourage applications from individuals who would prefer a flexible working pattern including annualised hours, compressed working hours, part time, job share, term-time only and/or hybrid working. Details of preferred hours should be stated in the personal statement and will be discussed further at interview.
For an informal discussion about the post please contact Martin Pond, Head of Data Management, via martin.pond@uea.ac.uk
For a full role description, and to apply, please click here.
Research Group Leader – ICR-CTSU
Job title: Research Group Leader
Salary: £66,092 – £86,908 per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Full time
Closing date: Applications will be reviewed on receipt, and we reserve the right to close the application early should an appropriate candidate be found
The ICR-CTSU is a Cancer Research UK-funded, internationally recognised methodologist led clinical trials unit, providing cancer-focused clinical trial research expertise. We lead pioneering, efficient, high-quality, and impactful trials across the phases.
Our expertise ranges from experimental medicine early phase studies exploring biological efficacy to trials which may deliver widespread change to routine practice, underpinned by applied methodology to drive forward clinical trial innovation.
Role Summary
The Group Leader will lead a component of ICR-CTSU’s portfolio of clinical trials research. The post holder will join an existing faculty and seek to further develop and grow the portfolio in line with ICR-CTSU’s overall strategy; taking responsibility for a number of ongoing trials as well as the development of new trials. There will be the opportunity to develop and grow a team including the potential for a Postdoctoral Training Fellow and/ or a Trial Manager.
We seek an experienced statistician / biostatistician with a strong research interest in clinical trials methodology and a passion for direct involvement in the oversight and leadership of academic clinical trials. The successful candidate will work closely with the Director of ICR-CTSU to further enhance the Unit’s internationally recognised strength in clinical trial design, conduct and analysis.
The post holder will be expected to make a substantial independent intellectual contribution to clinical trials projects and be proactive in leading and contributing to broad initiatives that enhance the overall effectiveness of ICR-CTSU. The appointee will contribute to the overall scientific life of the ICR including the newly established ICR/Royal Marsden Hospital’s Centre for Trials and Population Data Science, by providing mentorship to more junior colleagues and acting as an academic leader.
We seek an individual who will work closely and collaboratively with other faculty/Group Leaders at the ICR and with international/national key opinion leaders to extend the breadth and depth of ICR-CTSU’s biologically rich clinical trials portfolio. In partnership with clinical opinion leaders, this individual will generate research funds to conduct and deliver clinical trials research at the international forefront. Presentation at national and international conferences, production of top-quality research outputs and substantial professional contribution to wider clinical trial network bodies are expected. Enthusiasm for team-based science in a collaborative interdisciplinary environment is essential.
The appointment will be based on track record and the ability and willingness to engage in team science. The successful appointee will have access to ICR’s successful PhD training programme and core facilities.
Further details
At ICR, academics are appointed as either Career Faculty- which is non-time limited with a competitive salary, or as Career Development Faculty – which is a six-year fixed term contract on the Career Development Faculty scale, starting at £66,092 in the first instance.
For an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Professor Emma Hall (Emma.Hall@icr.ac.uk).
For a full role description, and to apply, please click here.
Head of Clinical Trial Operations – Barts CTU
Job title: Head of Clinical Trial Operations
Salary: £64,331 – £71,834 per annum
Contract type: Fixed term for two years
Working pattern: Full time
Closing date: 6 February 2026 (23:55)
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced leader to provide high level oversight of operational activities for Barts Clinical Trials Unit (CTU) including strategic leadership to help us deliver a platform for trials across the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry at Queen Mary University of London
About You
The successful candidate will have an undergraduate degree and experience of clinical research operational management at a senior level. Experience in line management, project management and strategic leadership are also essential for the role.
Further information
For a discussion about the vacancy please contact Prof Rhian Gabe Barts CTU Director, Professor of Biostatistics and Clinical Trials on r.gabe@qmul.ac.uk.
For a full role description, and to apply, please click here.
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Senior Statistician/Principal Statistician – ICR-CTSU
Job title: Senior Statistician/Principal Statistician
Salary: Senior Statistician: £47,634 – £52,324 Principal Statistician: £49,970 – £63,120 per annum (pro rata)
Contract type: Fixed term for 3 years
Working pattern: Full time/part time (minimum 60% FTE) will be considered
Closing date: 11 February 2026
Summary of role
The Cancer Research UK funded Clinical Trials and Statistics Unit at The Institute of Cancer Research (ICR-CTSU) seek an experienced and highly motivated statistician to join our team of over 20 statisticians and methodologists. This position will be appointed at either Senior Statistician or Principal Statistician level, depending on the successful candidate’s experience and qualification.
We want to hear from you if you:
~ Enjoy the challenge of researching, developing and implementing efficient trial methodology, and designing efficient clinical trials that will make a difference in patients’ lives
~ Seek variety in your work and opportunities to apply your statistical knowledge across multiple therapeutic areas in oncology.
~ Thrive as part of a multi-disciplinary research team alongside like-minded statisticians and methodologists.
~ Are looking to develop your career within a dynamic and supportive academic environment at a leading cancer clinical trials unit.
Key requirements
The successful applicant will be an experienced and highly motivated medical statistician interested in researching new statistical methods and applying their statistical knowledge to the design and analysis of patient-centred clinical trials. They will hold a post-graduate qualification in statistics and demonstrate a solid understanding of clinical trials, with experience in applying statistical methods to real-world data. Familiarity with Bayesian statistics and early phase adaptive trials is highly desirable. Strong oral and written communication skills, and enthusiasm for collaborating across diverse disciplines, are essential.
Further information
This is an office-based role. Requests for hybrid working (splitting time between our Sutton site and home) may be considered following successful completion of key training and only if the role allows. Flexible working options may be considered.
For informal discussion about the role please contact Professor Christina Yap, email: Christina.Yap@icr.ac.uk
For a full role description, and to apply, please click here.
Statistician – Pragmatic CTU
Job title: Statistician
Salary: £38,419 – £51,755 per annum
Contract type: Fixed term for two years
Working pattern: Full or part time
Closing date: 22 February 2026
About the Role
We are looking for an enthusiastic statistician to join a flourishing Clinical Trials Unit supporting high quality research studies in primary care, psychiatry, surgery, orthopaedics and beyond.
The post will include contributing to trial protocols, developing statistical analysis plans, and conducting statistical analyses. The post-holder will also be expected to do a small amount of teaching.
About You
You should have an MSc or higher in statistics or similar, and previous experience of providing statistical input in healthcare research, as well as a good understanding of clinical trial design in applied health research. You must be able to work as part of a team and to organise and prioritise your own work.
About the School/Department/Institute/Project
The Wolfson Institute of Population Health harnesses expertise across a wide range of population-based research and education activities and aims to be an internationally recognised centre of excellence in population health, primary care and preventive medicine.
The post-holder will work in the Pragmatic Clinical Trials Unit based in the Centre for Evaluation and Methods which incorporates collaborative units working to deliver outstanding research based on their combined and complementary strengths.
Further information
The post is based at the Whitechapel Campus in London. It is a full-time or part-time (minimum 0.6FTE) fixed term appointment for 2 years in the first instance. The starting salary will be Grade 4 or 5 (dependent on experience) in the range of £38,419 – £51,755 per annum (pro-rata), inclusive of London Allowance. Staff are currently hybrid-working, with an expectation to work on site at least 2 days/week
Please contact Jo Haviland, Reader in Medical Statistics if you have any queries: j.haviland@qmul.ac.uk.
For a full role description, and to apply, please click here.
Trial Manager – ICNARC
Job title: Trial Manager (maternity cover)
Salary: £41,517 to £46,840 per annum
Contract type: Fixed term for 12 months
Working pattern: Full time
Closing date: 17 February 2026
The Intensive Care National Audit & Research Centre (ICNARC) is an independent, scientific, not-for-profit organisation (circa 60 staff), that uses accurate data to help improve the quality of critical care through audit, research and education, conducted with, and in the interests of, patients and those who care for them.
About the role
This is an exciting opportunity for a Trial Manager to join an innovative and independent Clinical Trials Unit (UKCRC fully registered) and help to deliver research in a unique and challenging setting to drive forward our adult and paediatric critical care research portfolio.
The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the conduct, performance and delivery of pragmatic, multi-centre, randomised clinical trials in adult and paediatric intensive care units being coordinated by ICNARC CTU. The successful candidate will ensure delivery to high quality standards, regulatory requirements and meet trial objectives and deadlines.
What you’ll need to succeed
Applicants must have a degree in health services research, biomedical science (or allied subject), or equivalent experience, with experience and understanding of the principles of research methodology, and of successfully managing and co-ordinating previous trials in the NHS. They must have knowledge of the ethical and regulatory issues for research studies. They should have experience of supervising or managing junior colleagues within a team environment and have the ability to provide support and delegate effectively.
The successful candidate will have excellent interpersonal, team working and organisational skills together with a high level of attention to detail.
The ability to relate to and communicate clearly, sensitively and effectively with people from a variety of professional and personal backgrounds is also essential.
Further details
For a full role description, and to apply, please click here.
Assistant Trial Manager – PenCTU
Job title: Assistant Trial Manager
Salary: £35,608 – £38,784 per annum (pro rata)
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Full time (part time considered)
Closing date: 19 February 2026
The UKCRC-registered Peninsula Clinical Trials Unit (PenCTU) at the University of Plymouth provides multi-disciplinary academic support to researchers and clinicians for the design and conduct of high-quality clinical trials and other well designed research studies. With a growing portfolio of studies, funded by the NIHR and other major non-commercial research funding bodies, we currently have an exciting opportunity to get involved with clinical trials
About the role
We now have a vacancy for an Assistant Trial Manager, to join the successful trial management team within the PenCTU. This is an exciting opportunity to join a CTU that has retained full registration status from the UK Clinical Research Collaboration (UKCRC) since 2007. PenCTU has a growing portfolio of studies funded by the NIHR and other major non-commercial research funding bodies.
What we’re looking for
We are looking for a suitably experienced person, with energy and enthusiasm to grasp new opportunities and help shape the future of the PenCTU within a committed team. You will work closely with a team of trial managers, data managers, programmers, statisticians, other methodologists and clinicians to develop and manage a portfolio of clinical studies on behalf of investigators across the South West peninsula and further afield.
Further information
For an informal discussion to find out more about the role then please contact Wendy Ingram by email: wendy.ingram@plymouth.ac.uk
For a full role description, and to apply, please click here.
Clinical Trials Manager/Monitor – Imperial CTU
Job title: Clinical Trials Manager/Monitor
Salary: £46,614 – £56,345 per annum
Contract type: Fixed term for 3.5 years in the first instance
Working pattern: Full time
Closing date: 1 March 2026
About the role
We are looking for an experienced Clinical Trials Manager/Monitor to join our supportive ICTU-Global team at the UKCRC registered Imperial Clinical Trials Unit (ICTU), where you will be responsible for all aspects of trial management and monitoring of a Gastroenterology Clinical Trial of an Investigational Medicinal Product (CTIMP) examining a specific treatment in people with Crohn’s disease. ICTU-Global is the section at ICTU that focuses on industry collaborations.
This trial is funded by Industry and will be academically sponsored by Imperial College London.
You will be responsible for day-to-day delivery of this trial as well as all monitoring duties (including national travel to approximately 15 sites).
Your role will include the coordination of study set-up, liaising closely with the Chief Investigators and PIs at other centres. You will oversee the progress and performance of investigator sites, including efficient recruitment and reliable data collection by implementing and adapting established ICTU systems to ensure the study is conducted in accordance with contractual agreements, trial protocol, trial-specific processes and systems, SOPs, regulatory and ethical requirements and ICH-GCP guidelines, as well as delivered to time and within budget constraints.
What we are looking for
You will have:
~ A bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a biomedical/ scientific field.
~ Proven clinical trial experience gained in multi-centre randomised trials, including Clinical Trials of Investigational Medicinal Products (CTIMPs).
~ Experience of working on clinical trials with intensive laboratory involvement and multiple data points.
~ A willingness to travel within the UK as well as working flexibly outside of office hours on occasion.
Further information
This is a full-time, fixed-term contract for 3.5 years in the first instance.
If you require any further details about the role, please contact: Jessica Smith (jessica.smith1@imperial.ac.uk)
For a full role description, and to apply, please click here.
Clinical Trials Monitor – Imperial CTU
Job title: Clinical Trials Monitor
Salary: £46,614 – £56,345 per annum
Contract type: Fixed term for 18 months in the first instance
Working pattern: Full time
Closing date: 17 February 2026
About the role
We are looking for a Clinical Trials Monitor to join the UKCRC registered Imperial Clinical Trials Unit (ICTU) team, to be responsible for clinical trial monitoring activities of the investigator sites for the PAPA Trial and the Protect-HF Trial.
The PAPA Trial is a randomised, double blinded, placebo-controlled trial. The aim is to assess the safety and efficacy of house dust mite allergen immunotherapy compared to placebo, in reducing the risk of developing asthma in a cohort of infants aged 5-12 months. 434 participants will be recruited across 12 sites in the UK. The trial is currently in the site set-up phase with recruitment almost underway.
The PROTECT‑HF Trial is a randomised, blinded study comparing physiological pacing with standard right‑ventricular pacing in patients who need a pacemaker for bradycardia. Physiological pacing aims to activate the heart more naturally and may reduce the long‑term risk of heart failure. A total of 2,600 participants with an ejection fraction above 35% will be recruited across multiple UK centres. The trial will assess whether physiological pacing reduces death and heart failure, with blinded assessment of heart‑failure symptoms and an echocardiography sub-study to explore mechanisms.
What you would be doing
This varied role includes on-site and central monitoring, feasibility, initiation, recruitment, follow-up, and close-out and archiving of investigator sites, with guidance from the Clinical Trial Managers and Operations Managers. You will oversee the progress and performance of the investigator sites, including efficient recruitment and reliable data collection, and ensure project objectives and timelines are met. You will ensure that the clinical trial is being conducted in accordance with contractual agreements, trial protocol, trial-specific processes and systems, SOPs, regulatory and ethical requirements and ICH-GCP guidelines.
This role requires visits to national and international investigator sites, and as such will involve travel with occasional overnight stays.
What we are looking for
~ You must have a science degree (BSc), or equivalent vocational qualification, or equivalent experience.
~ Proven clinical trial monitoring experience and knowledge of the current relevant regulations is vital.
Further information
This post is full-time and fixed term for 18 months in the first instance. The exact work pattern can be flexible and will be discussed at the interview. You will be based at Stadium House, White City campus, close to Wood Lane and White City tube stations.
If you require any further details on the role, please contact: Arzish Haqqee (a.haqqee18@imperial.ac.uk).
For a full role description, and to apply, please click here.
Clinical Trials Manager/Monitor – Imperial CTU
Job title: Clinical Trials Manager/Monitor
Salary: £46,614 – £56,345 per annum
Contract type: Fixed term for 3.5 years in the first instance
Working pattern: Full time
Closing date: 1 March 2026
About the role
We are looking for an experienced Clinical Trials Manager/Monitor to join our supportive ICTU-Global team at the UKCRC registered Imperial Clinical Trials Unit (ICTU), where you will be responsible for all aspects of trial management and monitoring of a Gastroenterology Clinical Trial of an Investigational Medicinal Product (CTIMP) examining a specific treatment in people with Crohn’s disease. ICTU-Global is the section at ICTU that focuses on industry collaborations.
This trial is funded by Industry and will be academically sponsored by Imperial College London.
You will be responsible for day-to-day delivery of this trial as well as all monitoring duties (including national travel to approximately 15 sites).
Your role will include the coordination of study set-up, liaising closely with the Chief Investigators and PIs at other centres. You will oversee the progress and performance of investigator sites, including efficient recruitment and reliable data collection by implementing and adapting established ICTU systems to ensure the study is conducted in accordance with contractual agreements, trial protocol, trial-specific processes and systems, SOPs, regulatory and ethical requirements and ICH-GCP guidelines, as well as delivered to time and within budget constraints.
What we are looking for
You will have:
~ A bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a biomedical/ scientific field.
~ Proven clinical trial experience gained in multi-centre randomised trials, including Clinical Trials of Investigational Medicinal Products (CTIMPs).
~ Experience of working on clinical trials with intensive laboratory involvement and multiple data points.
~ A willingness to travel within the UK as well as working flexibly outside of office hours on occasion.
Further information
This is a full-time, fixed-term contract for 3.5 years in the first instance.
If you require any further details about the role, please contact: Jessica Smith (jessica.smith1@imperial.ac.uk)
For a full role description, and to apply, please click here.
Research Assistant – ICNARC
Job title: Research Assistant
Salary: £28,500 to £32,200 per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Full time
Closing date: 30 March 2026
The Intensive Care National Audit & Research Centre (ICNARC) is an independent, scientific, not-for-profit organisation (circa 60 staff), that uses accurate data to help improve the quality of critical care through audit, research and education, conducted with, and in the interests of, patients and those who care for them.
About the role
This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic individual looking to develop their skills in clinical trial conduct and delivery to join our research team in ICNARC’s UKCRC registered Clinical Trials Unit.
You will support CTU trial management staff and staff in critical care units in the delivery of a range of research studies and clinical trials, across our portfolio of adult and paediatric critical care research. The primary focus will be on our National Institute for Health and Care Research funded randomised clinical trials (RCTs).
What you’ll need to succeed
It is essential that you have a proactive attitude with a clear enthusiasm for conducting clinical research and have experience of working in a research environment. You will have strong administrative and organisational skills will excellent attention to detail. As you will interact with research teams, participating sites and patients or their family members being a good and effective communicator both verbally and written is key.
Further details
Interviews will be held on a rolling basis, and the advert will be closed early if an appointment is made prior closing date.
For a full role description, and to apply, please click here.
QA and IS/Data Management Specialists – CTU Network International Registration Review Committee
The UKCRC Registered Clinical Trials Unit (CTU) Network is seeking highly experienced people with expertise in specific aspects of clinical trials to join its International Registration Review Committee.
The committee is responsible for reviewing all applications for new and ongoing membership and, as such, plays a pivotal role in ensuring that the Network continues to promote excellence and integrity in non-commercial research.
The successful candidates will have a wealth of experience, knowledge, and acumen within the field of non-commercial/academic clinical trials research, demonstrate an excellent understanding of best practice as well as current drivers for change. They will also be able to provide specialist input in relation to either Quality Assurance or Information Systems/Information Technology and Data Management.
More detailed role descriptions, and information on how to apply, can be found below in the applicant information pack below.
As the collective voice of non-commercial and academic clinical trials units, the Network plays an important role in engaging with Government, funders, regulators, and patients to improve and strengthen clinical research in the UK. The Network is seen internationally as an exemplar for the development of national clinical trials support. It was established in 2007, and its members are committed to setting and sharing good practice and improving standards in clinical trials.
The UKCRC CTU Network is funded by its members, and major funders have representation on the Network’s Executive Group, this includes Cancer Research UK, NIHR, Versus Arthritis, Chief Scientist Office Scotland, and Health and Social Care Research Wales.
The deadline for applications is 6pm on 27 February 2026.
