Research Coordinator (Academic Cardiovascular Unit)

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South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Research Coordinator (Academic Cardiovascular Unit)

The closing date is 08 November 2026

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Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen in the Academic Cardiovascular Unit (ACU) .

The post holder will be responsible for supporting our service for research studies developed and/or managed within the ACU.

The purpose of the role is to support the ACU team to develop, implement and monitor an agreed programme of clinical research, including relevant action planning and supporting evidence.Working with other ACU team members, the role will provide a comprehensive research management service to researchers within the Trust.

The ACU Research Coordinator will be based at the James Cook University Hospital and will fulfil all tasks and work as part of a team. To meet the needs of the service, the post holder may be required to work in other areas as appropriate as directed by the line manager.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for an experienced, collaborative individual who is committed to make a difference to patient care through research. The successful candidate will have exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal with a proactive can do attitude and a commitment to high-quality research practices. The following knowledge and experience is required:-

• Educated to degree level or substantial experience working in a research (support) post.
• Proficient in the use of data software, e.g. electronic data capture systems, Excel, etc
• Skilled in the effective communication of data using a variety of methods (verbally/writing/presentations) and assisting clinical staff with interpretation of data and monitoring results.
• Experience of working with minimal supervision.

• Ability to provide training in study processes.

Please note this post may close at sufficient applicants.

About us

South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust have come together to form University Hospitals Tees. As a result, post holders may be required to work across sites within both organisations.

Across University Hospitals Tees, our ambition is to be the best place to work, ensuring we have the right staff in the right roles at the right time to deliver outstanding patient care and experience.

We are committed to supporting our staff through an inclusive and supportive working environment, offering health and wellbeing initiatives, staff benefits, and opportunities for personal and professional development.

We support the 'Making Every Contact Count' approach to behaviour change in the promotion of health and wellbeing of individuals and communities.

Details

Date posted

28 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

328-CP-8289952-A

Job locations

The James Cook University Hospital

Marton Road

Middlesbrough

TS4 3BW

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) attached for main responsibilities of the role.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) attached for main responsibilities of the role.

Person Specification

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Proficient in the use of data analysis software, e.g. Access, Excel
• Sound knowledge of Microsoft Word and Power point.
• Significant practical experience of all aspects of the research process
• Effective planning and organisation skills

Desirable

• Experience in the design, development and maintenance of databases.
• Project management experience

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Educated to degree level or substantial experience working in an audit or research post.
• Theoretical and practical knowledge of research (or a related quality improvement approach) processes, procedures, and methodologies acquired through experience and/or training.
• GCSE in Maths and English (A-C/4-9) or Functional Skills (level 2)

Desirable

• Knowledge of statistical processes

Experience

Essential

• Skilled in the effective communication of data using a variety of methods (verbally/writing/presentations) and assisting clinical staff with interpretation of data and monitoring results.
• Experience of working with minimal supervision.

Person Specification

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Proficient in the use of data analysis software, e.g. Access, Excel
• Sound knowledge of Microsoft Word and Power point.
• Significant practical experience of all aspects of the research process
• Effective planning and organisation skills

Desirable

• Experience in the design, development and maintenance of databases.
• Project management experience

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Educated to degree level or substantial experience working in an audit or research post.
• Theoretical and practical knowledge of research (or a related quality improvement approach) processes, procedures, and methodologies acquired through experience and/or training.
• GCSE in Maths and English (A-C/4-9) or Functional Skills (level 2)

Desirable

• Knowledge of statistical processes

Experience

Essential

• Skilled in the effective communication of data using a variety of methods (verbally/writing/presentations) and assisting clinical staff with interpretation of data and monitoring results.
• Experience of working with minimal supervision.

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.

Employer details

Employer name

South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The James Cook University Hospital

Marton Road

Middlesbrough

TS4 3BW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.southtees.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The James Cook University Hospital

Marton Road

Middlesbrough

TS4 3BW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.southtees.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Principal Research Manager

Lisa Chang

[email protected]

07807677617

Details

Date posted

28 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

328-CP-8289952-A

Job locations

The James Cook University Hospital

Marton Road

Middlesbrough

TS4 3BW

United Kingdom

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