Research Administrator

Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic, organised and motivated individual to join our fast-paced Research & Development team at Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive administrative support across a portfolio of research studies and departmental activities, including maintaining research databases and records, coordinating participant recruitment, appointments, meetings and communications, supporting compliance and financial processes, and assisting with the day-to-day operation of the department. The role requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong attention to detail and organisational ability, confidence working with confidential information and databases, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced administrator to contribute to the smooth delivery of NHS research and provide a professional and welcoming service to research participants, staff and visitors.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will provide efficient administrative support to the Research & Development team, including maintaining research databases and records, coordinating participant referrals, appointments and communications, organising meetings and maintaining documentation. The role will also involve supporting research compliance, producing routine reports, processing financial administration, maintaining equipment and stock records, and providing a professional and welcoming service to research participants, staff and visitors.

About us

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is the leading provider of mental health, learning disability, neurodevelopmental and drug and alcohol services in Surrey and North East Hampshire. We support people of all ages and are passionate about providing high quality care that is delivered at the right time as close to home as possible to help people recover and stay well.

We are one of the top 10 mental Health, Learning Disability and Community Trust to work for nationwide. Our Trust is an inclusive and supportive employer that offers a wide range of staff networks, flexible working, free parking and excellent health and wellbeing support. We also provide a wide range of opportunities to help staff develop and progress.

Surrey is a beautiful county lying just 30 minutes away from Central London and from the South Coast. Our historic market towns and bustling districts are enveloped in wonderful countryside, and our excellent road and rail networks bring the rest of the country within easy reach. For international travel, both Gatwick and Heathrow airports are nearby.

Please note that we reserve the right to close posts as soon as sufficient applications are received.

Regrettably, due to UK Home Office requirements we cannot offer sponsorship for all our job roles.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the role.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Job responsibilities

Please check the job description & person specification document for more information on the requirements for this job

Person specification

Education

Essential

• Educated to A level standard (or equivalent)
• NVQ Level 4 in business administration or equivalent experience in an office environment (1 year)

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working autonomously to tight deadlines
• Demonstrable skills in Microsoft Office applications

Desirable

• Experience of working in a research environment
• Experience of working in an administrative position in the NHS