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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Data Management & Programming Team Lead – Edinburgh CTU
Salary: £50,253 – £61,759 per annum
Contract type: Open ended
Working pattern: Full time
Closing date: 9 January 2026
The Opportunity:
The Edinburgh Clinical Trials Unit (ECTU) at the Usher Institute within The University of Edinburgh is looking for an enthusiastic and visionary Data Management and Programming Team Lead. In this critical role you will provide leadership and expertise in technical applications, data management and data governance and to develop, design and deliver successful clinical research projects.
The Data Management and Programming Team Lead is a key member of the ECTU Senior Operational Management Team who utilises expertise, advice, problem-solving skills and decision-making capabilities to assess and deliver a diverse clinical trials portfolio. The post holder uses their considerable knowledge and experience of data management and technical applications to define and manage ECTU’s systems and software to select the optimal route for database programming and data capture to achieve research objectives. The role has a high focus on governance and compliance, both from a day-to-day and strategic perspective.
Your skills and attributes for success
~ Experience of managing a team of professionals within a complex, technical organisation to develop solutions and systems to deliver projects on time and within budget.
~ Excellent communication and teamwork – a timely and effective communicator who presents complex information effectively to multiple stakeholders
~ Possess sound judgement and attention to detail, good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise work under pressure and drive improvement and change.
~ Knowledge of IG and Caldicott principles and Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
~ Strong IT literacy and experience with database systems (e.g., Electronic Data Capture systems, TRE) and in data linkage/ healthcare systems data/ confidential and sensitive data
Further details
We will also consider requests for hybrid working (on a non-contractual basis) that combines a mix of remote and regular (weekly) on-campus working. The Usher Institute expects a minimum of 40% on campus working.
Informal enquiries may be directed to Joyce Thomson, Chief Operating Officer (joyce.thomson@ed.ac.uk)
For a full role description, and to apply, please click here.
Data Manager – Hull HTU
Job title: Data Manager
Salary: £33,002 – £38,784 per annum
Contract type: Fixed term
Working pattern: Full time
Closing date: 11 January 2026
The University of Hull is inviting applications for the role of Data Manager within the Hull Health Trials Unit (HHTU). HHTU is a UK Clinical Research Collaboration (UKCRC) Registered Clinical Trials Unit, delivering a portfolio of studies across a diverse range of clinical specialities.
About the role
As a Data Manager, you’ll play a key role in the design and delivery of clinical trials. You will be responsible for a caseload of studies, developing and managing trial databases, ensuring robust data governance, and producing reports for various oversight committees. You’ll collaborate closely with our Trial Managers and Coordinators, contributing to a smooth and effective service delivery for our clients.
About you
We’re seeking someone who brings experience in designing data collection systems—ideally in a regulated environment—and familiarity with electronic data capture tools. You’ll be confident working with data flows, managing datasets, and ensuring data integrity, with an awareness of the practical applications of data protection legislation. You’ll also bring excellent communication, interpersonal and team working skills, along with the ability to manage and meet deadlines.
Further details
For a full role description, and to apply, please click here.
Clinical Trials Data Specialist – Exeter CTU
Job title: Clinical Trials Data Specialist
Salary: From £33,951 per annum
Contract type: Fixed term
Working pattern: Full time
Closing date: 11 January 2026
About the Role
The Exeter Clinical Trials Unit (ExeCTU) is seeking an experienced data management professional to join its Information Systems and Data Management (ISDM) team as a Clinical Trials Data Specialist. The ISDM team currently consists of 8 staff members working collaboratively together, with skills in both data management and information systems.
The data specialist role acts as the lead data management contact on typically 2-3 assigned trials. They are responsible for building new studies in REDCap, efficient data reporting, overseeing data management through the full study lifecycle, and communicating data management updates at team meetings. The data specialist should have a comprehensive understanding of data management principles to enable them to make informed decisions on their trials. The data specialist is usually supported by one or more data managers on each trial.
A good understanding of data management and REDCap, strong communication and team working skills, and the ability to effectively manage deadlines will allow the ideal candidate to excel in this role. We are particularly interested in those with experience working in a UK regulated research environment and with a focus on maintaining data integrity in a Good Clinical Practice (GCP) setting. Experience in using API integrations and ‘R’ or other similar methods to optimise data management and reporting would be beneficial.
Further details
This full-time post is available on an immediate start on a fixed term basis for 12 months until 31 December 2026.
Informal enquires should be address to Karen Boardman, Head of Information Systems & Data Management: k.boardman@exeter.ac.uk
For a full role description, and to apply, please click here.
Application Developer – ICR-CTSU
Job title: Application Developer
Salary: £39,805 – £49,023 per annum (pro rata)
Contract type: Fixed term for 12 months
Working pattern: Full time (Part-time options also considered)
Closing date: 11 January 2026
Summary of Role
We would like to appoint an Application Developer to be responsible for the software development of a Greener Trials Toolkit. The Toolkit will be an online, open-access, digital carbon calculator for publicly funded trialists; an accumulating database of emission factors and footprinting results and a user interface providing advice on mitigation strategies for identified hotspots.
The Application Developer will:
~ Translate datasets and domain requirements into a data model, SQL schemas, and API-driven back-end services.
~ Be responsible for end-to-end ownership of the technical implementation: building database structures, developing a .NET-based calculation engine, and ensuring the system can scale to additional datasets and external tools.
~ Establish secure coding practices, documentation, and automated tests suitable for academic, research, and regulatory environments.
~ Work closely with sustainability researchers, and CTSU technical leads to produce a reliable, transparent, auditable tool that can be reused across studies and adopted by collaborators.
~ Contribute to project and development meetings, project plans and presentations and be an integral part of the multi-disciplinary project team.
~ Contribute to wider ICR-CTSU IT programming tasks.
The post offers an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and well-motivated individual to work in a dynamic and supportive academic environment and leading UK CRC and Cancer Research UK Clinical Trials Unit.
Key Requirements
Applicants should hold a first degree or equivalent level qualification in computer science, software engineering or equivalent, relevant professional experience and have an understanding of clinical trials and/or carbon footprinting. Applicants should have a strong knowledge of modern back-end development using C# and .NET (Core or later), including API design and modular service architecture along with analytical and problem-solving skills and effective communication.
Further information
Appointment will be on a fixed term contract for 12 months.
Hybrid working (between our Sutton offices and home) will be dependent on successful completion of induction/key training. Flexible working options can be considered.
For a full role description, and to apply, please click here.
Data Manager – Peninsula CTU
Job title: Data Manager
Salary: £35,608 to £38,784 per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Full time
Closing date: 1 February 2026
The Peninsula Clinical Trials Unit (PenCTU), based at the University of Plymouth’s attractive North Campus, is seeking an experienced Data Manager to join our dedicated data management team. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a UK Clinical Research Collaboration (UKCRC) registered Clinical Trials Unit, supporting high-quality clinical trials and research studies. Visit our website to find out more about our work: www.plymouth.ac.uk/penctu
About the Role
As a Data Manager, you will take responsibility for the data management of specific clinical trials and well-designed studies from set-up through to closure and analysis.
Your key duties will include:
~ Designing and testing trial-specific databases
~ Collecting, computerising, and validating data
~ Supervising data management staff
~ Ensuring data quality and completeness
~ Preparing datasets for statistical analysis
You will lead the delivery of a customer-focused, cost-effective, and efficient data management service, working collaboratively with multiple stakeholders.
About You
~ Proven experience in data management, ideally within interventional trials
~ Knowledge of legislation, regulatory, and governance requirements for clinical trials
~ Strong communication, interpersonal, and team-working skills
~ Ability to manage deadlines and work collaboratively
Further details
For an informal discussion to find out more about the role then please contact Paigan Aspinall at paigan.aspinall@plymouth.ac.uk
For a full role description, and to apply, please click here.
Head of Clinical Trial Operations – LCTC
Job title: Head of Clinical Trial Operations
Salary: £61,759 – £75,917 per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Full time
Closing date: 22 December 2025 (23:30)
Are you a strategic leader with a passion for clinical research? The Liverpool Clinical Trials Centre (LCTC), within the University of Liverpool’s Faculty of Health and Life Sciences, is seeking a dynamic Head of Clinical Trial Operations to lead on all aspects of operational activity.
As a key member of the LCTC leadership team, you’ll drive operational excellence, strategic growth, and stakeholder engagement across a diverse portfolio of clinical trials – from first-in-human studies to large-scale randomized trials. You’ll collaborate closely with the LCTC Director to align operations with institutional goals and research priorities.
We’re looking for someone with: Proven leadership in clinical trial operations with a background in trial management or quality assurance; a deep understanding of UK clinical research regulations and funding landscape; strong strategic planning and project management skills; excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical abilities.
For a full role description, and to apply, please click here.
Clinical Trials Operations Manager (Regulatory) – CRUK & UCL CTC
Job title: Clinical Trials Operations Manager (Regulatory)
Salary: £68,284-£76,244 per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Full time
Closing date: 5 January 2026
About us
We have an exciting opportunity to join the leadership team at one of the largest cancer clinical trials units in the UK.
The Cancer Research UK & UCL Cancer Trials Centre (CTC)works with clinical and non-clinical investigators from across the UK and abroad to design and conduct clinical trials and research projects to the highest quality and standards. Several trials have changed national and international clinical practice.
With over 120 staff working on around 100 clinical studies across the UK and internationally, the aim of our work is to improve patient care and clinical practice and find out more about how cancer grows and becomes resistant to therapies in order to develop more effective treatments. The CTC is a UK Clinical Research Collaboration (UKCRC) registered Clinical Trials Unit. https://www.ctc.ucl.ac.uk/
The CTC designs and conducts high-quality clinical trials (Phase I–III) across a wide range of cancer types including haematological malignancies, lung, gynaecological, head & neck, brain, urological, and gastrointestinal cancers.
We design and deliver clinical trials (Phase I–III) across a range of innovative treatments including chemotherapy, immunotherapy, radiotherapy and surgery, as well as targeted drugs and cutting-edge cell and gene therapies. We run studies in both early and late-stage cancer; those involving adults and children; and cancer screening and early detection.
About the role
We are seeking an experienced Clinical Trials Operations Manager (Regulatory) to provide high-level oversight of the operational activities of the CTC, including:
~ Pharmacovigilance
~ Quality assurance
~ Monitoring
~ Data management
The postholder will sit within the CTC senior management team, working closely with CTC staff and expert scientists and oncologists at UCL and in collaborating centres nationally and internationally.
About you
The postholder should have:
~ A high-level knowledge of regulations and guidelines governing the conduct of clinical trials in the UK (and EU), and experience of working to these, including pharmacovigilance
~ High-level knowledge about clinical data management, databases, and Quality Assurance
~ Understanding of ethical issues involved in conducting clinical research
~ Experience in conducting clinical trials, particularly involving investigational medicinal products (licensed or unlicensed)
~ Experience in line management and leadership
Further details
This post is funded for 3 years in the first instance, on a renewable Cancer Research UK programme grant.
This advert will close at 23:59 GMT on 5 January 2026, however we may close applications early if we receive a high volume of applications. In the event we get a high number of applications, we may close the advert early before the published closing date. As a minimum we will keep all adverts open for 2 weeks.
If you have any queries about the role or application process, please contact ctc.hr@ucl.ac.uk.
For a full role description, and to apply, please click here.
Head of Clinical Trials Unit Operations – Nottingham CTU
Job title: Head of Clinical Trials Unit Operations
Salary: £59,966 to £73,686 per annum (pro-rata if applicable)
Contract type: Fixed term
Working pattern: Full time (part-time min. 29 hours per week)
Closing date: 16 January 2026
About the role
In this strategically important new role you will lead the operational planning and oversight of the Nottingham Clinical Trials Unit’s (NCTU) expanding research portfolio of multicentre clinical trials.
You will lead the Unit’s Operations Group, comprising of the leaders of its constituent professional teams, to review, improve and introduce trial processes and unit practices to maximise efficiency. Other responsibilities include coordinating resources and timelines across trial teams, and monitoring study progress.
About you
You will have excellent communication skills and experience of motivating teams and individuals, along with operational and change management experience and strategic and planning skills. Extensive research experience in the design and conduct of clinical trials, with knowledge and understanding of regulatory requirements, is essential.
Further details
The post is offered on a fixed term full-time (36.25 hours) contract for two years. Applications are also welcome from candidates wishing to work part-time work (minimum 29 hours per week). Please specify your preferred hours in your application.
Please contact Professor Jane Daniels, email jane.daniels@nottingham.ac.uk. if you have further questions about this role.
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.
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Clinical Trial Monitor & QA Manager – Oxford Vaccine Group
Job title: Clinical Trial Monitor and Quality Assurance Manager
Salary: £39,424 – £47,779 per annum
Contract type: Fixed term for 2 years in the first instance
Working pattern: Full time
Closing date: 5 January 2026 (12 noon)
About the role
The Oxford Vaccine Group (OVG), part of the Department of Paediatrics at the University of Oxford, is seeking a Clinical Trial Monitor and Quality Assurance Manager to support the delivery of high-quality clinical trials.
In this role, you will be responsible for monitoring OVG’s clinical trials to ensure they are conducted in compliance with study protocols, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and applicable regulatory requirements. Monitoring will include both on-site and remote visits. As a member of the Quality Assurance (QA) team, you will also contribute to the wider QA function to maintain and continuously improve the quality systems that underpin OVG’s research portfolio.
The role requires on-site working and the ability and willingness to regularly travel to trial sites across the UK, often on a weekly basis, with some overnight stays. Some remote working may be accommodated on a case-by-case basis.
OVG has a UKCRC-registered Clinical Trials Unit and is a recognised centre of excellence in vaccine research for both adult and paediatric populations. Based at the Churchill Hospital, our mission is to reduce the global burden of death and disability from infectious diseases. Working closely with an embedded laboratory team and international collaborators, we conduct studies spanning the full vaccine development pathway—from early preclinical research to late-stage post-licensure trials.
Further details
The position is offered full-time on a fixed-term contract initially for two years with the possibility to extend provided further external funding is available.
For a full role description, and to apply, please click here.
Medical Statistician – NPEU
Job title: Medical Statistician
Salary: Grade 6: £35,681 to £41,636 per annum OR Grade 7: £39,424 to £47,779 per annum
Contract type: Fixed term for 3 years in the first instance
Working pattern: Full time (part time considered)
Closing date: 6 January 2026
About the role
We are seeking medical statisticians with knowledge and/or experience of analysing clinical trials to further develop their statistical and clinical trials expertise within an internationally recognised, multi-disciplinary research unit where multi-centre trials are conducted to the highest standard.
The National Perinatal Epidemiology Unit (NPEU) is an internationally recognised, multi-disciplinary research unit based within the Nuffield Department of Women’s & Reproductive Health (NDWRH) at the University of Oxford. The Unit undertakes research relating to pregnancy, childbirth and newborn babies. Randomised controlled trials undertaken by the NPEU CTU make up a large component of the NPEU’s work. The ongoing programme of trials at the NPEU CTU evaluates a broad range of interventions for women and babies in the perinatal health services.
About you
To be considered, you will have a postgraduate qualification in statistics, epidemiology or clinical trials, a substantial part of which relates to medical statistics or clinical trials methodology. You will have knowledge or experience in the statistical aspects of all stages of randomised controlled trials, and proficiency in statistical packages. The posts are ideal for enthusiastic medical statisticians with highly effective communication skills (written & verbal) & meticulous attention to detail.
Further details
This role is advertised at both Research G6 and Research G7. To be considered for this role, please ensure you read both job descriptions attached and clearly state in your supporting statement which Grade you are applying for.
For an informal discussion about the posts, contact Heather O’Connor, Senior Statistician (heather.oconnor@npeu.ox.ac.uk) or Pollyanna Hardy, NPEU CTU Director (pollyanna.hardy@npeu.ox.ac.uk ).
For a full role description, and to apply, please click here.
Trainee Statistician – York Trials Unit
Job title: Trainee Statistician
Salary: £32,080 to £36,636 per annum
Contract type: Fixed term
Working pattern: Full time
Closing date: 25 January 2026
The role
York Trials Unit is one of the UK’s leading centres for the design and analysis of randomised controlled trials. Due to the continued success of the Unit, we are now seeking to appoint a trainee statistician. You will join a team of statisticians under the supervision of Professor Catherine Hewitt. The post offers the opportunity to be part of a large and successful multi-disciplinary Department which is renowned for its methodological expertise and commitment to policy relevant research.
You will develop strong foundations for a career in health services research. Conduct high quality statistical analyses of trials, undertake statistical programming for checking, manipulating and summarising data, and provide on-going statistical advice and reporting during the development and conduct of trials. You will liaise with multidisciplinary teams to manage statistical and analytical aspects of the studies to ensure data quality. You will also be encouraged to undertake dissemination of your research through publications, seminars and conference presentations and contribute to the workings of the statistics team.
Skills, Experience & Qualifications needed
~ Undergraduate degree in a relevant quantitative subject or, exceptionally substantial experience at an equivalent level
~ A basic knowledge of randomised controlled trials and their use in health research
~ Knowledge of how to design and analyse data from randomised controlled trials
~ Working knowledge of a statistical package and ability to undertake basic statistical programming (eg Stata)
~ Ability to undertake basic statistical analysis of research relevant to randomised controlled trials
~ Ability to undertake basic statistical programming and explain statistical concepts in simple terms to individuals from non-technical backgrounds
~ Experience of managing and analysing data
~ Experience of summarising data in a report format
~ Understanding of how quantitative research data are presented and interpreted
~ Ability to log information in an efficient and accurate manner and cope under pressure while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
Further details
For informal enquiriesplease contact catherine.hewitt@york.ac.uk.
For a full role description, and to apply, please click here.
Senior Trial Manager (TRIAGE) – Pragmatic CTU
Job title: Senior Trial Manager (TRIAGE)
Salary: £44,288 to £51,755 per annum
Contract type: Fixed term
Working pattern: Full time
Closing date: 11 January 2026
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Trial Manager to join the Pragmatic Clinical Trials Unit (PCTU) at the Wolfson Institute of Population Health, Queen Mary University of London.
In this role, you will work in close partnership with the Clinical Project Manager at King’s College London (KCL) to coordinate the TRIAGE trial. You will provide leadership and oversight across relevant aspects of trial delivery.
This is a key position requiring a skilled and motivated professional with strong communication, organisational, and problem-solving abilities. You will play a central role in ensuring the efficient, high-quality, and compliant delivery of the trial.
About You
The successful candidate will hold an undergraduate degree and bring substantial experience in the development, conduct, and management of clinical trials, including multi-centre studies. Previous involvement in AI or radiology research would be an advantage, though not essential.
You will have solid insight of current regulatory requirements, including research governance issues and ICH-GCP principles, plus proven experience in drafting clinical trial protocols and coordinating submissions and approvals with Research Ethics Committees (REC), regulatory authorities, and local R&D offices.
Further details
For a full role description, and to apply, please click here.
Clinical Trial Manager x 2 – Norwich CTU
Clinical Trial Manager – Norwich CTU
Job title: Clinical Trial Manager x 2
Salary: From £38,784 per annum
Contract type: Fixed term
Working pattern: Full time
Closing date: 12 January 2026
About us
Norwich CTU is a UKCRC Registered Clinical Trials Unit, based at the University of East Anglia in the East of England. We support over 40 Clinical Trials and Research Projects across a broad range of clinical disciplines and interventions including multicentre randomised drug, device and complex intervention trials. To support this work we employ a large number of clinical trial managers, data programmers, statisticians, health economists, epidemiologists and research methodologists.
As a Unit, we have a very diverse and expanding research portfolio. We currently undertake research in the fields of cardiovascular and respiratory medicine, diabetes, neurology, smoking cessation, dementia, mental health and care and health service improvement.
About the vacancies
We have two vacancies for Clinical Trial Managers to join our growing team, managing one of the following trials:
~ WRAP-T is an NIHR funded multicentre Clinical Trial of an Investigational Medicinal Product (CTIMP) exploring the clinical efficacy and mechanisms of action of a weight reduction drug (Tirzepatide) in the management of asthma.
~ JET-VIP is an NIHR funded multicentre trial of a CE/CA marked device comparinghigh frequency JET ventilation with conventional invasive positive pressure ventilation on the effectiveness of catheter ablation (a heart procedure) for people Atrial Fibrillation.
About you
This is an exciting opportunity for someone with experience of managing multi-centre clinical trials to join an established CTU. You will have a degree and/or equivalent experience in Clinical Trials and evidence of ability to set up and manage multicentre trials.
One of the trials will require experience of managing a clinical trial of an investigational medicinal product (CTIMP). Please indicate in your application if you have experience of this.
Further details
The roles are available immediately on a full-time basis, for a fixed term period to 31 December 2028. A degree of hybrid working will be possible.
For an informal discussion, please contact Juliet High via j.high@uea.ac.uk
For a full role description, and to apply, please click here.
Clinical Trials Manager – Imperial CTU
Job title: Clinical Trials Manager
Salary: £46,614 – £56,345 per annum
Contract type: Fixed term for 2 years in the first instance
Working pattern: Full time
Closing date: 14 January 2026
About the role
We are looking for an experienced Clinical Trial Manager to join our supportive team at the UKCRC registered Imperial Clinical Trials Unit (ICTU), where you will be responsible for all aspects of trial management of a data-enabled trial for prescribing on antibiotics in sepsis on our Infection portfolio.
This trial is part of an new exciting partnership between Imperial College London and Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust; the Fleming Initiative, which aims to tackle antimicrobial resistance (AMR) through a people-centred and convergence science approach.
What you would be doing
You will be responsible for day-to-day delivery of an exciting data-enabled trial aiming to tackle antimicrobial resistance (AMR). The trial will involve testing new ways to deliver the trial by fully embedding recruitment and randomisation within electronic health records and using routinely collected data, and comparing this to a traditional trial delivery using a standalone data system in other 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).
~ Knowledge of working on clinical trials utilising routine healthcare data, or equivalent.
~ A willingness to travel within the UK as well as working flexibly outside of office hours on occasion.
Further information
If you require any further details about the role, please contact: Dr Daphne Babalis (d.babalis09@imperial.ac.uk).
For a full role description, and to apply, please click here.
Clinical Trial Monitor & QA Manager – Oxford Vaccine Group
Job title: Clinical Trial Monitor and Quality Assurance Manager
Salary: £39,424 – £47,779 per annum
Contract type: Fixed term for 2 years in the first instance
Working pattern: Full time
Closing date: 5 January 2026 (12 noon)
About the role
The Oxford Vaccine Group (OVG), part of the Department of Paediatrics at the University of Oxford, is seeking a Clinical Trial Monitor and Quality Assurance Manager to support the delivery of high-quality clinical trials.
In this role, you will be responsible for monitoring OVG’s clinical trials to ensure they are conducted in compliance with study protocols, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and applicable regulatory requirements. Monitoring will include both on-site and remote visits. As a member of the Quality Assurance (QA) team, you will also contribute to the wider QA function to maintain and continuously improve the quality systems that underpin OVG’s research portfolio.
The role requires on-site working and the ability and willingness to regularly travel to trial sites across the UK, often on a weekly basis, with some overnight stays. Some remote working may be accommodated on a case-by-case basis.
OVG has a UKCRC-registered Clinical Trials Unit and is a recognised centre of excellence in vaccine research for both adult and paediatric populations. Based at the Churchill Hospital, our mission is to reduce the global burden of death and disability from infectious diseases. Working closely with an embedded laboratory team and international collaborators, we conduct studies spanning the full vaccine development pathway—from early preclinical research to late-stage post-licensure trials.
Further details
The position is offered full-time on a fixed-term contract initially for two years with the possibility to extend provided further external funding is available.
For a full role description, and to apply, please click here.
Principal Research Fellow in Health Economics – Nottingham CTU
Job title: Principal Research Fellow in Health Economics
Salary: £59,966 to £73,686 per annum (pro-rata)
Contract type: Full time (or part time minimum 29 hours per week)
Working pattern: Permanent
Closing date: 16 January 2026
About the role
This permanent position offers an exciting opportunity to further develop health economics research within the Nottingham Clinical Trials Unit (NCTU), an international centre of excellence in clinical trials.
You will lead a team of health economists to attract new grant funding and expand health economics within multidisciplinary collaborative research, focussing on evaluation within multicentre clinical trials, economic modelling, and methodological research.
About you
You will be an established health economics researcher with significant experience and a growing international reputation for excellence, demonstrated by a sustained record of competitive research funding and peer-reviewed publications.
You will have a proven record of working collaboratively in multidisciplinary research teams, and of leading others through mentoring, role modelling and excellent communication skills.
Further details
Interviews are planned for week commencing 9th February 2026.
The post is offered on a full-time (36.25 hours) permanent basis; however, applications are also welcome from candidates wishing to work part-time (minimum 29 hours per week). Please specify in your application if you wish to work part time and the number of preferred hours.
Please contact Professor Alan Montgomery (alan.montgomery@nottingham.ac.uk) if you have any questions about this role. Note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.
For a full role description, and to apply, please click here.
Research Associate (Health Economist) – York Trials Unit
Job title: Research Associate (Health Economist)
Salary: £37,694 – £46,049 per annum
Contract type: Fixed term
Working pattern: Full time
Closing date: 25 January 2026
The role
The University of York wishes to appoint a Research Associate to work on a collaborative programme of research jointly developed by colleagues based at the Department of Health Sciences. The main focus of the role will be the health economic analysis of RCTs. This will involve the preparation of data, analysis of data and presentation of results for reports and peer-reviewed publications. The successful applicant will work as part of a group of researchers within York Trials Unit:
~ To conduct research under the supervision of senior colleagues and to contribute to the production of research
~ To assist in the identification and development of potential areas of research and the development of proposals for independent or collaborative research projects
Skills, Experience & Qualification needed
~ First degree in economics or other quantitative subject such as applied mathematics, operational research or applied statistics
~ Master’s level qualification in economics, health economics, health technology assessment or other quantitative subject such as applied mathematics or applied statistics
~ Knowledge and understanding of economic evaluation to engage in high quality research
~ Knowledge of a range of research techniques and methodologies for the evaluation of healthcare interventions
~ Highly developed communication skills to engage effectively with a wide-ranging audience, both orally and in writing, using a range of media
~ Ability to write up research work for publication in high profile journals and engage in public dissemination
~ Ability to develop research objectives, projects and proposals for own and joint research, with the assistance of a mentor if required.
Further details
For informal enquiriesplease contact Steve Parrott on steve.parrott@york.ac.uk.
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 31 January 2026.
