Research Data Officer

The main responsibly of this role is to undertake data management duties to support the Senior Research Data Officer (SRDO) in line with the job description and to support with the supervision of the Assistant Research Data Officer (ARDO), delegating duties appropriate to their level and in line with their job descriptions. The post holder will work with the SRDO and clinical teams to ensure the accurate and timely data management of all active research studies, working with external stakeholders to ensure an efficient service whilst always working to current regulatory guidance and Trust Policies and standard operating procedures (SOP's)., Data:

Under the direction of the SRDO, undertake complex data entry using computerised and paper-based systems ensuring responsibility that the data is accurate, timely, consistent, and up to date

Undertake regular quality checks of own work

Assisting with data queries in a timely manner, working closely with research nurses and administrators to ensure resolution

Liaising with the study leads and clinical staff to assist with the co-ordination, upload, checking and resolution of data and data queries

Under the direction of the SDRO, uploading case report forms

Assisting in sending images (Radiology/CT/MRI) internally and externally as directed

Responsibility for extracting confidential and sensitive information from bespoke databases such as PAS and Maxims

Developing an understanding of specialty specific data

Continued delivery of consistent and accurate attention to detail to ensure quality and efficiency of processes

Being fully conversant with EDGE and RADICO (internal research databases) and understanding how to use and navigate as appropriate

Under the direction of the Data Study Coordinator and Senior Research Data Officer (SRDO), undertaking a supervisory role of the Assistant Research Data Officer, delegating duties appropriate to their level and in line with their job description

Attend training sessions on specialist software required for specific research trial data capture

The Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) is the main provider of acute and specialist care services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. It serves a population of around 470,000 people, a figure that can increase significantly with visitors during the busiest times of the year. We employ approximately 6,700 staff and have a budget of approximately £740 million.

RCHT is responsible for the provision of services at three main sites with approximately 780 inpatient beds:

Royal Cornwall Hospital in Truro

St Michael's Hospital in Hayle

West Cornwall Hospital in Penzance

We are a teaching hospital in partnership with the University of Exeter Medical School, University of Plymouth School of Nursing and Midwifery, and Peninsula Dental School.

Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we are continually developing our clinical services as well as our facilities, and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care that can be offered locally. Allied to this is a growing reputation for research and innovation.

The Knowledge Spa on the Royal Cornwall Hospital site is the base for medical and nursing as well as ongoing education for health professions in clinical and non-clinical roles. This plays a vital part in attracting and retaining highly skilled teams of doctors, nurses and other health professionals who support the care of well over half a million people each year.