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Senior Clinical Trials Coordinator

Leeds LS7 4SA

Key information

Pay
£39,959 to £48,117 a year
Hours
Full-time
Contract
Contract
Posted date
26 Oct 2026
Closing date
18 Nov 2026

About this role

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Name

Ethel Mumba Mdala Position

Senior Research Nurse Email

ethel.mumba@nhs.net

Please Note

All salaries listed reflect the pay for full time roles. Any part time roles will be pro rata. Job Summary The post holder will ensure high standards of research delivery, participant safety and experience, with compliance with study protocols, Trust policies, GCP and relevant regulatory requirements. This is an excellent opportunity to further develop your clinical research career. Informal enquiries and visits are warmly welcomed. If you are interested in the post, we would like to encourage you to contact the recruiting manager for an informal discussion or visit. Why you should join our Team The Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Medicine Research Team offers an exciting opportunity to join a well-established, ambitious and growing research service. Our portfolio has expanded significantly, and we are a leading site for a multicentre disease progression study, alongside 11 open studies and several in set-up, including five investigator-initiated projects. We have a strong track record of recruiting and retaining participants in high-quality research and work collaboratively with Principal Investigators, multidisciplinary teams, national research networks, academic partners, pharmaceutical companies and commercial sponsors. As a Senior Clinical Trials Coordinator, you will coordinate a diverse portfolio of observational, interventional and IMP studies from set-up to closure, supporting timelines, budgets, governance and high-quality study delivery. The Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Medicine Research Team is a compassionate, supportive and collaborative team where patient care, research and innovation go hand in hand. We value professionalism, integrity, teamwork and continuous learning, with opportunities to develop specialist research skills, contribute ideas and make a meaningful difference to patient care. Our work is underpinned by the

Leeds Way values

Patient-centred, Collaborative, Fair, Accountable and Empowered. These values guide how we work together, support our patients and deliver high-quality research. What you will bring to the role We are looking for a proactive, motivated and compassionate individual with a keen interest in clinical research to join our Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Medicine Research Team. You will bring excellent organisational, communication and leadership skills, with the confidence to work autonomously, manage competing priorities and support the effective coordination and delivery of a complex clinical trials portfolio. The role requires an organised approach, willingness to learn, dedication, attention to detail and an honest and open approach to all working relationships. You will demonstrate sound judgement, accountability and initiative, maintaining high standards of research governance, data quality, participant safety and regulatory compliance. You will work collaboratively with Principal Investigators, research and multidisciplinary teams, industry and academic partners, research networks and participating organisations, attending regional and national meetings as required. You will champion the Leeds Way values of patient-centred, Collaborative, Fair, Accountable and Empowered, demonstrating professionalism, integrity, respect and a commitment to improving patient outcomes through high-quality research. Please see the attached job description for further information about this vacancy. Please see the attached job description for further information about this vacancy. About Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust Our Trust values The Leeds Way is working together to support each other and deliver the best possible care to patients. We are…. Responsible Open and Honest One Team Kind

Our Trust priorities Our purpose

Excellent, safe and sustainable care for every patient every time

Our priorities

People Improvement and Innovation Partnerships Outcomes Sponsorship Eligibility To comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application. Full guidance on these concessions, including details of who may qualify, can be found here. We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of suitable applications.