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Job Overview
Band 4 Research and Finance Administrator - Diabetes and Bariatrics Research Team - Fixed Term for 2 years, secondment also considered.
Are you looking for a new challenge in a team with a fast-developing portfolio of research?
We are advertising for an organised, enthusiastic and friendly administrator to join the Diabetes and Bariatrics Research team.
The post will be part of a high-performing research team and will provide administrative, financial and invoice management support.
The successful candidate will be proactive, organised and will enjoy being part of a team that are striving to improve patient care through high quality research.
This role will offer an opportunity to develop administrative and finance skills through supported, hands on experience but also ongoing training in finance management and research processes.
Main duties of the job
Whilst a previous financial role is not essential, the post-holder must be competent in managing databases, excel spreadsheets and use financial invoicing systems to ensure accurate and timely payments. Training and support will be provided.
We are looking for someone with experienced administrative skills to support the research delivery teams and liaise with external organisations. Effective written and interpersonal communication is essential due to the nature of the role.
We are a well established research team offering a friendly and supportive work environment with access to relevant learning and training opportunities to support your development.
Working for our organisation
North Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff providing healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset from our award-winning hospital building at Southmead. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre, and an internationally recognised centre of excellence in a range of services and major specialities, including renal and transplant. Our vision is that by enabling our teams to be the best that they can be, we will provide exceptional healthcare, personally delivered.
We commit to treating each patient as an individual with respect and dignity, aiming to deliver excellent clinical outcomes and a first-class experience for everyone who uses our services.
North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti-discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
For a full description of the responsibilities of this role, please see the job description.
If you would like further information about this job please contact:
Sharon Tovey / Shenede Coppin
Senior Research Nurse / Clinical Research Practitioner
[email protected] /
[email protected]Person specification
Education/Training/Qualifications
Essential criteria
- BSc in Science, Social science, Research, Management or equivalent experience
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable criteria
- Experience working in research
Work Experience
Essential criteria
- Experience of working within an administrative role adhering to protocols and procedures
- Experience of working effectively as part of a team
Desirable criteria
- Experience of working within Diabetes and Bariatrics
- Experience of working with finances
- Experience of working within a healthcare environment
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Essential criteria
- Competent in Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Access, Excel, Teams
- High level of competence in excel spreadsheets
- Ability to produce reports and adhere to deadlines
- Demonstrates excellent written, verbal and electronic communication skills
- Able to organise own work with the minimal of supervision
Desirable criteria
- Experience undertaking costing’s for complex research projects
- Knowledge of Medical terminology
Personal Qualities/Special Circumstances
Essential criteria
- Highly organised and efficient approach to work
- Flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of the post
Desirable criteria
- GCP training completed
- Knowledge of trust values
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North Bristol NHS Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
The successful applicant(s) will normally commence at the minimum of the scale unless they have previous NHS service at the same band. Progression through the scale is by annual increments.
At North Bristol Trust (NBT), we know diverse and inclusive environments lead to happier and healthier teams and improved patient care and outcomes. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are currently underrepresented in NBT’s workforce at Band 8a and above. These include people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled people and LGBTQIA+ people.
Please note that stringent pre-employment checks are undertaken on all successful applicants prior to commencement in post.
