# Research Project Manager > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/research-project-manager/eea4dd05-c799-45cd-88cd-b4780a3ba342 - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/research-project-manager/eea4dd05-c799-45cd-88cd-b4780a3ba342.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust - **Town:** Dorchester - **Region:** South West - **Country:** England - **Profession:** Manager and corporate - **Grade:** Band 4 - **Salary:** £28,392 - £31,157 Per Annum - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Full time - 37.5 hours per week (7am - 8pm Flexible Working Hours / Regular Office Hours as Standard) - **Closing date:** 2026-07-19T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-07-06T12:31:08.749Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Dorset/Dorchester/Dorset_County_Hospital_NHS_Foundation_Trust/Research/Research-v8068167 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8068167?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.dchft.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview The post holder will be responsible for the project management of clinical research trials, working closely with the the research project delivery team to deliver an array of studies across multiple specialties, on and off site including Dorset County Hospital and Weymouth Research Hub. This will require the deployment of administrative, analytical and interpersonal skills, management of study finances, occasional processing of participant samples and effective communication at all levels of the organisations involved.  Experience in project management is essential. Please note that this position is a fixed term rolling 12 month contract, with the expectation that income will supplement continuation of the role. ### Main duties of the job The post holder will be responsible for the project management of clinical research trials, working closely with the the research project delivery team to deliver an array of studies across multiple specialties, on and off site. This will require the deployment of administrative, analytical and interpersonal skills, management of study finances, occasional processing of participant samples and effective communication at all levels of the organisations involved. - Planning and co-ordinating approval processes required for implementing new trials in liaison with Research Delivery Business Manager and R&D. - Co-ordinate and manage relationships with all stakeholders involved in research projects - Facilitate all non-clinical aspects of a clinical trial from set up to completion - Support with patient screening, acquisition of trial data, management, submission and related administration including the management of study level finances. - Facilitating supply of office and trial consumables. - Assists in preparation and appropriate processing of patient samples as per protocol, in laboratory setting. ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities Right to Work in the UK: This role is not available for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to support visa applications for this post in line with UKVI regulations. Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification. Please contact us at \[email protected\] if you are unable to view or download the attachment. For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online. ## Person Specification ### SKILLS & ABILITIES **Essential** - Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills. - Ability to communicate at all levels. - Professional attitude to work, diplomatic and calm under pressure. - Effective organisational skills - Ability to undergo personal development and learn new skills. - Ability to work on own initiative and be responsible for work standards. - Ability to prioritise and manage time effectively. **Desirable** - Ability to make judgements involving a range of facts / situations requiring comparison of a range of options ### KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE **Essential** - Experience in data management and/or administration, demonstrating a need for accuracy & thoroughness. - Current experience in Microsoft Office software (e.g. excel, word) - Experience in supporting, planning, implementing or delivering projects **Desirable** - Current Knowledge and Understanding of Medical Terminology. - Experience in NHS IT / patient data management systems. - Knowledge & experience in delivering the trust values of Integrity, Respect, Teamwork & Excellence ### EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING **Essential** - Good Standard of education to minimum of 4 GCSEs - Diploma level training or equivalent experience in project management or associated subjects. - European Computer Driving Licence or equivalent evidence of IT skills **Desirable** - GCP (Good Clinical Practice) certificate and training ## Documents - [dorset map (pdf, 59.3kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=683) - [trust values (pdf, 678.1kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=1050) - [dbs code of practice (pdf, 54.9kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=682) - [the nhs constitution (pdf, 568.7kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=1051) - [advice for candidates (pdf, 110.5kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=689) - [dch recruitment information pack (pdf, 1.2mb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2819) - [guidance regarding disabled staff (pdf, 96.3kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=684) - [car parking information for employees (pdf, 225.0kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=680) - [band 4 research project manager jd & ps (pdf, 986.8kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10376844) - [joint strategy - dorset county hospital and dorset healthcare (pdf, 6.0mb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2899) ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.