Clinical Trials Assistant (CTA with Play)

Join the team that has recently gained large recognition due to the unprecedented speed of activity in the race against the global threat to human health that is coronavirus. With over 25 years of experience in vaccine research, the Oxford Vaccine Group undertakes vaccine research at all stages of the process from pre-clinical development to late phase policy influencing trials, with the sole aim of ensuring protection of as many individuals as possible from vaccine preventable diseases.

We are looking to recruit a Clinical Trials (including Play) Assistant. Under minimal supervision, the postholder is responsible for the effective and efficient day-to-day administration of specific research studies to enable the academic research staff to fulfil their responsibilities. The postholder is required to carry out varied office duties and specific study related tasks, including assisting the paediatric study team by providing distraction to babies and children on visits within the community

This is a varied role in a friendly and hard-working team and we are looking for someone with effective communication and inter-personal skills, experience of working with babies/children, excellent office management and organisational skills with the ability to prioritise own workload effectively.

You will be required to upload a CV and Supporting Statement as part of your online application. The Supporting Statement should include a cover letter and should also clearly describe how you meet each of the selection criteria listed in the job description. Click here for information and advice on writing an effective Supporting Statement.

To discuss the post in more detail, please contact Emma Plested, using the contact details below.

Only online applications received before 12.00 midday on 20th February 2023 will be considered. Interviews will be held as soon as possible thereafter.