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Research Administrator Assistant
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
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3.8
Taunton TA1 5DA
£25,760 - £27,476 a year
Permanent, Full-time
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Job details

£25,760 - £27,476 a year
Annual leave, Employee discount, Company pension
Permanent, Full-time
Taunton TA1 5DA

Full job description

The closing date is 8th Oct 2026

Job summary

Join our Clinical Research Team and help shape the future of healthcare

Are you an organised and detail-focused administrator looking for a rewarding role within the NHS? We are seeking a Research Administrator Assistant to support the delivery of high-quality clinical research across Somerset NHS Foundation Trust. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research studies while helping ensure participants receive an excellent experience throughout their research journey.


Main duties, tasks & skills required

As a Research Administrator Assistant, you will work closely with the Clinical Research Team to support the safe and effective delivery of research studies in line with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines and research governance requirements. You will play a vital role in the administration, setup, maintenance and closure of clinical research studies while ensuring accurate record keeping and excellent participant support.

Based across sites including Musgrove Park Hospital, Yeovil District Hospital and other Somerset locations, this role offers variety and the opportunity to work alongside experienced research professionals making a real difference to patient care and future treatments.

If you are passionate about administration, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and want to contribute to innovative healthcare research, we would love to hear from you.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

  • Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
  • NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
  • Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
  • A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.


Job description

Please see attached Job Description & Person Specification for further details of duties and responsibilities.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential

Computer qualification (e.g. European Computer Driving License, MOST) or ability to demonstrate a high standard of proficiency in MS Office and electronic file management. Microsoft Office, in particular Microsoft Word, Excel and Access

Desirable

Good standard of education: English, Mathematics, and a science GCSE (or equivalent)
Educated to A-level or Level 3 Advanced Diploma
Degree or working towards
NVQ level 3 (or equivalent experience) in business and administration

Experience

Essential

Experience of working in the NHS or similar organisation/setting
Experience in clinical data collection or audit
Experience of dealing with patients or the public
Dealing with personal confidential and or sensitive information

Desirable

Data management including writing and running reports.
Research Governance knowledge
Medical terminology knowledge
Experience working with medical records.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

For help with your application, contact:

Reagan Verdant

cancer.research.leads@somersetft.nhs.uk

01823342582

Pay scheme

Agenda for Change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25760.00 to £27476.00 Yearly

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-Time

Reference number

184-OL-PU-5808

Job locations

Musgrove Park Hospital
Musgrove Road
Taunton
Somerset
TA1 5DA

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