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Clinical Trials Assistant - Peterborough

United Kingdom North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust Estimated salary: £28,392 to £31,157 a year
Role summary

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The Clinical Trials Assistant supports the planning, administration and delivery of clinical research studies across the Trust. Typical requirements include strong administrative and organisational skills, accurate data entry, good IT ability, attention to detail, confidentiality and effective communication with clinical teams, patients, researchers and external partners. Previous experience in healthcare, research administration or clinical trials is advantageous, while knowledge of research governance and Good Clinical Practice may be required or welcomed. The successful candidate is expected to maintain study documentation, assist with recruitment and follow-up activities, coordinate appointments, monitor deadlines and comply with NHS policies, ethical standards and regulatory requirements. Reliability, teamwork, a patient-focused approach and the ability to manage competing priorities are essential.

About the employer

North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital and community healthcare services across Cambridgeshire and surrounding areas, including Peterborough, Huntingdon and Hinchingbrooke. Its services cover emergency care, surgery, medicine, maternity, children’s services, outpatient treatment and specialist clinical services. As an NHS Foundation Trust, it combines patient care with education, research and continuous improvement. The Trust supports clinical research through dedicated research and development teams, helping patients access studies and enabling new treatments and healthcare approaches to be evaluated safely. Employees work within a multidisciplinary environment and are expected to uphold NHS values, including compassion, respect, teamwork and commitment to quality. The Trust offers structured NHS employment benefits, professional development opportunities and access to pension and wellbeing support.

Working in United Kingdom

The United Kingdom offers employment opportunities across healthcare, life sciences, technology, finance, education and public services. NHS roles are widely available, although competition and regional living costs vary. British culture is diverse, generally polite and punctual, with strong traditions in music, sport, history and community life. Lifestyle options range from busy cities to quieter rural and coastal areas; public transport is good in many regions, though a car can be useful outside major towns. International applicants normally need an appropriate visa, such as the Health and Care Worker visa for eligible NHS occupations, or another Skilled Worker route. Eligibility depends on the role, salary, sponsorship and immigration rules in force at the time. Candidates should confirm sponsorship with the employer and check official UK government guidance. Relocation planning should include accommodation, National Insurance, banking, healthcare registration and local transport.

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