Working in a Registered CTU
Working in an an academic or non-commercial CTU can offer you exciting opportunities that may not be available to you elsewhere. These range from publishing your research, presenting at national or international conferences, or teaching the next generation of researchers, as well as making a positive difference to patient and public health.
You can download some information on the different types of roles in CTUs here.
Below you can find some of the vacancies currently available across our 50 registered CTUs. You can also find vacancies on www.jobs.ac.uk.
If you are looking to work with a specific unit or in a particular area of the country then you might also like to visit the websites of individual CTUs. These can be identified via our CTU Finder.
We also occasionally share details of committee roles that may be of interest to colleagues across our Network. You can find details here.
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Software Developer – ICNARC CTU
Job title: Software Developer
Salary: £32,200 to £36,328 per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Full time
Closing date: See below
Are you an enthusiastic and motivated individual who can help us improve the quality of critical care in the UK? Looking to develop your coding and DevOps skills and knowledge of cloud technologies? Enjoy working across a range of Azure cloud services? If so, we’re looking for a Software Developer for Azure technologies to join our dynamic data systems team.
About us:
The Intensive Care National Audit & Research Centre (ICNARC) is an independent, scientific, not-for-profit organisation (circa 60 staff), that uses accurate data to help improve the quality of critical care through audit, research and education, conducted with, and in the interests of, patients and those who care for them.
About the role:
This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic individual looking to develop their skills in Azure cloud services, software development and devops to join our data systems team in ICNARC.
You will take part in an agile development of a greenfield Azure-native portal platform called Clinical Audit Management Portal which is currently in design phase and a part of a bigger cloud and AI transformation project called Insights Programme. You will also support and have a role in Online Reporting System, Data Dictionary and Data Warehousing projects within this programme, work closely with the corresponding solution partners of these platforms, developing/maintaining high-quality backend services and APIs.
You will be in touch with the product owners and the subject matter experts from the business in an agile production environment. Further on this path, you will have opportunities to develop solutions, software as parts of these platforms, and train further on your path towards a better equipped professional on most recent Azure based technologies. Meanwhile when needed you will be providing infrastructure solutions support and work with IaC pipelines.
About you
You will have experience of working in software development environments. You will have strong technical skills and affinity for new cloud-based technologies along with excellent attention to detail.
You will be hungry to always learn more and courageous to take up on challenges of ever evolving world of technology. As you will interact with ICNARC’s audit, research, data systems and statistician teams, and solution partners, being a good and effective communicator is key to success. It is essential that you have a proactive attitude with a clear enthusiasm for Azure services and DevOps practices.
Further information
Interviews will be held on a rolling basis, and the advert will be closed early if an appointment is made prior to closing date.
For a full role description, and to apply, please click here.
Research Group Leader – ICR-CTSU
Job title: Research Group Leader
Salary: £66,092 – £86,908 per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Full time
Closing date: Applications will be reviewed on receipt, and we reserve the right to close the application early should an appropriate candidate be found
The ICR-CTSU is a Cancer Research UK-funded, internationally recognised methodologist led clinical trials unit, providing cancer-focused clinical trial research expertise. We lead pioneering, efficient, high-quality, and impactful trials across the phases.
Our expertise ranges from experimental medicine early phase studies exploring biological efficacy to trials which may deliver widespread change to routine practice, underpinned by applied methodology to drive forward clinical trial innovation.
Role Summary
The Group Leader will lead a component of ICR-CTSU’s portfolio of clinical trials research. The post holder will join an existing faculty and seek to further develop and grow the portfolio in line with ICR-CTSU’s overall strategy; taking responsibility for a number of ongoing trials as well as the development of new trials. There will be the opportunity to develop and grow a team including the potential for a Postdoctoral Training Fellow and/ or a Trial Manager.
We seek an experienced statistician / biostatistician with a strong research interest in clinical trials methodology and a passion for direct involvement in the oversight and leadership of academic clinical trials. The successful candidate will work closely with the Director of ICR-CTSU to further enhance the Unit’s internationally recognised strength in clinical trial design, conduct and analysis.
The post holder will be expected to make a substantial independent intellectual contribution to clinical trials projects and be proactive in leading and contributing to broad initiatives that enhance the overall effectiveness of ICR-CTSU. The appointee will contribute to the overall scientific life of the ICR including the newly established ICR/Royal Marsden Hospital’s Centre for Trials and Population Data Science, by providing mentorship to more junior colleagues and acting as an academic leader.
We seek an individual who will work closely and collaboratively with other faculty/Group Leaders at the ICR and with international/national key opinion leaders to extend the breadth and depth of ICR-CTSU’s biologically rich clinical trials portfolio. In partnership with clinical opinion leaders, this individual will generate research funds to conduct and deliver clinical trials research at the international forefront. Presentation at national and international conferences, production of top-quality research outputs and substantial professional contribution to wider clinical trial network bodies are expected. Enthusiasm for team-based science in a collaborative interdisciplinary environment is essential.
The appointment will be based on track record and the ability and willingness to engage in team science. The successful appointee will have access to ICR’s successful PhD training programme and core facilities.
Further details
At ICR, academics are appointed as either Career Faculty- which is non-time limited with a competitive salary, or as Career Development Faculty – which is a six-year fixed term contract on the Career Development Faculty scale, starting at £66,092 in the first instance.
For an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Professor Emma Hall (Emma.Hall@icr.ac.uk).
For a full role description, and to apply, please click here.
Senior Clinical Researcher in Primary Care Clinical Trials, Infectious Diseases and Pandemic Preparedness – Primary Care CTU
Job title: Senior Clinical Researcher in Primary Care Clinical Trials, Infectious Diseases and Pandemic Preparedness
Salary: £85,732 to £111,133 per annum
Contract type: Fixed term for 2 years in the first instance
Working pattern: Full time (part time may be considered)
Closing date: 21 August 2026 (12 noon)
Applications are invited for a Senior Clinical Researcher, to work with a team led by Prof Chris Butler in the Primary Care Clinical Trials Unit combining scientific development and leadership with active involvement in innovative trial delivery within Infectious Diseases and Pandemic Preparedness research.
About the role
The successful applicant will contribute to the design, delivery and development of multi-centre clinical trials in primary care and community settings, helping to advance innovative and impactful research. Responsibilities will include clinical leadership within the CTU, generating novel research questions and contributing to grant applications, protocol development, participant recruitment and safety oversight, collaboration with national and international partners, and dissemination of research findings.
About you
You will be a medically qualified clinician with GMC registration (or eligibility), a PhD/DPhil or equivalent research experience, and experience in clinical research or clinical trials. You will have excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills, a strong publication record, and the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams. Experience in infectious diseases, respiratory infections, antimicrobial resistance, clinical trials methodology or primary care research would be advantageous.
Further information
The position is funded for two years in the first instance. It is offered full time, but part time will be considered after discussion with the Clinical Director.
For further information or discuss the post please contact Prof Chris Butler, christopher.butler@phc.ox.ac.uk.
For a full role description, and to apply, please click here.
Professor/Reader – Clinical Trials & Methodology – Glasgow CTU
Job title: Professor/Reader – Clinical Trials & Methodology
Salary: For salary details, see Job Description
Contract type: Open ended
Working pattern: Full time
Closing date: 27 September 2026 (23:45)
About the role
Over the past five years, the University of Glasgow has made substantial strategic investment to consolidate its position as a leading centre for world-class health research. This includes the creation of the Centre for Trial Excellence and Collaboration (CETC) and a Trusted Research Environment, hosting the 2021-2026 MRC Doctoral Training Programme trial methodology scheme and initiating a Masters programme in Clinical Trials. These innovations have increasingly positioned Glasgow as a national and international centre of excellence in trials methodology, digital trial delivery, and embedded methodological innovation.
This new senior strategic post therefore offers an exciting opportunity for an outstanding academic leader to shape the next phase of growth, contribute to the continued development of clinical trial methodology and delivery, and strengthen the University’s international impact in trial design, conduct, and outcomes. It will be based in its UKCRC-registered Glasgow Clinical Trials Unit/ Robertson Centre for Biostatistics which has an established and continuing track record of designing and delivering impactful trials and publishing in leading journals.
There is a strong institutional commitment and a shared vision and partnership with NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde to consolidate and further develop a seamless and connected clinical trials ecosystem in Glasgow. There is access to a diverse population in the largest Health Board in Scotland along with expanding opportunities to collaborate with world class Chief Investigators in Glasgow and elsewhere across a range of clinical and non-clinical disciplines. In addition, there are strong links with translational research and excellent scope for interdisciplinary work (e.g. engineering/ bio-engineering/ social sciences).
Further information
Informal enquiries should be directed to Professor John Petrie John.Petrie@glasgow.ac.uk and Rod Taylor, Rod.Taylor@glasgow.ac.uk.
For a full role description, and to apply, please click here.
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Senior Trial Manager Research Fellow or Senior Research Fellow – Sheffield CTRU
Job title: Senior Trial Manager Research Fellow or Senior Research Fellow
Salary: £48,822 – £65,509 or £61,759 – £80,254
Contract type: Fixed term until 31st March 2031
Working pattern: Full time / part time (min. 0.6FTE)
Closing date: 3 August 2026
About the role
A position has arisen for a Senior Trial Manager, equivalent to Senior Research Fellow (Grade 9) or Research Fellow (Grade 8), based in the Sheffield Clinical Trials Research Unit (CTRU).
Sheffield CTRU has received substantial infrastructure funding to grow and diversify its portfolio of multi-centre cancer clinical trials. The post holder will be responsible for trial design, grant development, and submission, as well as oversight of Quality Assurance and senior-level study implementation, with a specific focus on oncology-based CTIMPs (Clinical Trials of Investigational Medicinal Products) as part of the Sheffield Oncology Clinical Trials Infrastructure Programme (SOCTIP). You will work closely with the CTRU Academic Lead for Oncology, CTRU staff and Chief Investigators to secure research funding and ensure that studies under your supervision are implemented in accordance with randomised controlled trial scientific principles, the study protocols, and regulatory standards.
You will provide oversight of all CTRU input into the specialist oncology studies within your portfolio, ensuring that all services provided by the Unit are compliant with professional, national, and international regulatory frameworks.
Whilst the post is funded fixed term until March 2031, if successful, it is envisaged that the position will be income generating and so funded on an ongoing basis beyond this.
About you
Experience of project-managing large, multi-centre clinical trials is essential. We are seeking a candidate with a proven track record of working within the oncology research field, possessing a deep understanding of the Medicines for Human Use (Clinical Trials) Regulations as they apply to complex cancer research.
Further information
For informal enquiries about this job contact Prof Matt Hammond, Director of the Sheffield Clinical Trials Research Unit: on matthew.hammond@sheffield.ac.uk.
For a full role description, and to apply, please click here.
Trial Manager – OCTO
Job title: Trial Manager
Salary: £39,424 – £47,779 per annum (pro rata)
Contract type: Fixed term for three years
Working pattern: Full time, but part-time hours (a minimum of 0.8FTE, worked over at least four days per week) will be considered
Closing date: 4 August 2026 (12pm)
About the role
The Oncology Clinical Trials Office (OCTO), based in the Department of Oncology, develops and runs academic clinical trials and studies to the highest standards and is proactive in improving clinical trial procedures.
We are seeking a Trial Manager to join our team. Each Trial Manager is usually responsible for 1–2 trials or studies, coordinating activities to ensure on-time, on-target delivery of each in compliance with applicable policies and legislation. The role includes activities such as protocol writing; regulatory/ethics submissions; selecting, training and managing study sites; promoting recruitment of subjects; clinical data management; preparing and presenting progress reports to collaborators, funders and stakeholders; risk assessment; monitoring; and maintenance of Trial Master Files.
Trial Managers are usually supported by a Clinical Trial Administrator and work with other specialist teams within the unit. OCTO has an active portfolio of new and ongoing trials, with Trial Managers assigned to trials based on the needs of the portfolio and on individuals’ skills, experience and ambitions.
About you
You must have demonstrable experience of managing clinical trials (to include UK CTIMPs), working with both commercial and non-commercial funders and stakeholders . You should have a degree, or other relevant qualification, in a biomedical or associated subject. You’ll have project management skills, the ability to work on your own initiative, to problem solve and to manage the work of a professional team under management guidance.
Further information
If you would like to discuss this role, please contact OCTO Enquiries at octo-enquiries@oncology.ox.ac.uk
For a full role description, or to apply, please click here.
Clinical Trials Administrator x 2 – Imperial CTU
Job title: Clinical Trials Administrator x 2
Closing date: 6 August 2026
Post 1:
Salary: £41,005 – £45,616 per annum
Contract type: Fixed term until 30 April 2028 in the first instance
Working pattern: Full time
Post 2:
Salary: £41,005 – £45,616 per annum (pro rata)
Contract type: Fixed term until 31 March 2027 in the first instance
Working pattern: Full time
We are looking for a new full-time (1.0FTE) as well as a part-time (0.75FTE) Clinical Trials Administrator to join our team at the Imperial Clinical Trials Unit (ICTU) at Imperial College London.
Based within the School of Public Health at Imperial, the Imperial Clinical Trials Unit (ICTU) works to bring together academic and trial management expertise. Trial designs range from early stage to large confirmatory studies, with a focus currently on a number of therapeutic areas including cancer, cardiovascular and metabolic diseases, respiratory disease, emergency medicine and critical care, HIV and infectious diseases. Other key areas currently being developed include surgery and hepatology research.
About the role
As a key role within the unit, the main responsibility you would be taking on as a Clinical Trials Administrator is to undertake the essential day-to-day trial administration for a variety of studies on the ICTU portfolio to help ensure that the studies are conducted to the highest scientific, ethical and regulatory standards, working closely with all of the Trial Managers/Monitors in the unit. You will also provide general administrative support to the Operations Managers and, when required, also undertake data management duties to assist the study teams.
About you
* A degree or equivalent in a biomedical/ scientific/ statistical or allied field
* Proven administrative and secretarial capabilities with experience of implementing multi-user file management systems in research/general administration, preferably within the NHS or an academic institution
* Demonstrable commitment to developing a career in clinical trials administration and supporting the delivery of high‑quality, efficient trials
* An awareness of clinical trials and associated regulations
* A motivated, well organised person who can work as part of a team as well as alone.
Further information
Should you have any informal queries, please contact Mrs Alex Baker: a.williams@imperial.ac.uk
For a full role description, or to apply, please click here.
Assistant Trial Manager – PenCTU
Job title: Assistant Trial Manager
Salary: £35,608 – £38,784 per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Full time
Closing date: 6 August 2026
Help deliver cutting-edge clinical research that makes a real difference to patients’ lives. Join PenCTU and play a pivotal role in supporting high-quality clinical trials within a nationally recognised Clinical Trials Unit.
About the role
The UKCRC-registered Peninsula Clinical Trials Unit (PenCTU) at the University of Plymouth provides multi-disciplinary academic support to researchers and clinicians for the design and conduct of high quality clinical trials and other well designed research studies. With a growing portfolio of studies, funded by the NIHR and other major non-commercial research funding bodies, we currently have an exciting opportunity to get involved with clinical trials. We are seeking an Assistant Trial Manager to join the PenCTU trial team. You need to be a suitably experienced person, with energy and enthusiasm to grasp new opportunities and help shape the future of the PenCTU within a committed team. Working closely with trial managers, data managers, statisticians, methodologists, and clinical investigators, you will contribute to the development, coordination, and delivery of a portfolio of clinical trials and research studies.
The role is responsible for supporting studies throughout the trial lifecycle, from study set-up through to completion, while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements and research governance standards.
About you
* Experience of working in health services research in an NHS or academic environment
* Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, and databases
* Basic knowledge of the major regulatory frameworks governing clinical research, including but not limited to the Medicines for Human Use (Clinical Trials) Regulations, the UK Policy Framework for Health and Social Care Research and the Data Protection Act
* Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills
* Excellent written communication skills
Further information
For this role you will need to be on site 2 days a week. Although we can accommodate working from home for this role, flexibility to be on-site will be expected due to business needs.
For an informal discussion to find out more about the role then please contact Helen Neilens: by email at helen.neilens-1@plymouth.ac.uk.
For a full role description, and to apply, please click here.
Clinical Trials Assistant x 2 – Norwich CTU
Job title: Clinical Trials Assistant x 2
Closing date: 12 August 2026
Post 1:
Salary: £26,707 per annum
Contract type: Fixed term starting 1 September 2026 until 30 April 2027, with the possibility of an extension until 31 December 2027
Working pattern: Full time
Post 2:
Salary: £26,707 per annum (pro rata)
Contract type: Fixed term starting 1 September 2026 for an initial 12-month period, with the possibility of a 12-month extension
Working pattern: Full time
Exciting opportunities have arisen for Clinical Trial Assistants to join Norwich Clinical Trial Unit, to provide administrative services to a project team, supporting the operational, research and development activities within a single research project or small research group, liaising with internal and external stakeholders and sponsors as required.
About the role
You will work with Trial Managers to ensure close working relationships with investigator and site staff acting as first point of contact for all queries relating to the project.
Key duties of the role include managing and organising events, maintaining an overview of project outputs and taking day to day responsibility for monitoring and maintaining documents. You will also assist in the collation, analysis and reporting of data.
About you
You should be educated to A level standard or hold equivalent qualifications or have substantial experience in providing administrative support and project administration in a similar role.
Experience of preparing and writing committee papers, taking minutes and organising meetings are essential as is an understanding of research and/or clinical trial processes. Experience of administering research projects and budgets and excellent communication skills are also required.
Further information
Please note the job advert for these posts will close once we receive sufficient applications from suitable candidates. We therefore recommend you apply as soon as possible.
For a full role description, or to apply, please click here.
Senior Trial Manager – Southampton CTU
Job title: Senior Trial Manager
Salary: £46,049 to £58,225 per annum
Contract type: Fixed term for two years
Working pattern: Full time
Closing date: 17 August 2026
The Cancer Research UK core funded Southampton Clinical Trials Unit (SCTU), based at Southampton General Hospital, has expertise in the design, conduct and publication of clinical trials and other well-designed studies from first-in-human phase I to practice changing phase III trials. Managing a growing portfolio (75% cancer, 25% non-cancer) that covers the complete spectrum of clinical practice, from primary care through to tertiary referral medicine, including pan-cancer experimental therapeutics, surgery, radiotherapy and early diagnosis. Undertaking academically sponsored multi-centre early and late phase clinical trials, we work nationally and internationally to create the evidence for patient benefit that will directly influence routine clinical practice in the NHS and overseas.
About the role
Due to expansion, we currently have a vacancy for a Senior Trial Manager to join the existing cancer portfolio team. The Senior Trial Manager will be responsible for the oversight of trials ensuring they are delivered according to required standards, time and budget. This is a senior post within the CTU with advisory, leadership, engagement, and line management responsibilities.
The appointed Senior Trial Manager will work specifically on a single trial developing SCTU expertise into clinical collaboration opportunities with industry partners, where an academically sponsored trial will result is supporting MHRA drug licencing, which aims to fulfil faster movement from research to patient access.
About you
The successful candidate will have significant experience of trial management gained through working on interventional clinical trials, including experience of IMP management, and have excellent knowledge of legislation, regulation and governance environments relating to clinical trials. The Senior Trial Manager will be required to work with multiple stakeholders so must have an excellent communication style and experience of matrix management, as well as the ability to multi-task, meet deadlines and be a good leader and line manager. Experience of regulatory affairs including submitting drugs for licencing would be an advantage.
Further information
Please note, this advert may close early, so early applications are advised.
For an informal discussion please contact Andrea Corkhill, Head of Trial Management, Oncology akc@soton.ac.uk
For a full role description, and to apply, please click here.
Senior Trial Manager – Southampton CTU
Senior Trial Manager – Southampton CTU
Job title: Senior Trial Manager
Salary: £46,049 to £58,225 per annum
Contract type: Fixed term for two years
Working pattern: Full time or part time (minimum 0.6FTE)
Closing date: 31 August 2026
An exciting opportunity for someone with previous clinical trials experience to join the Southampton Clinical Trials Unit (SCTU), within the University of Southampton, in an important role as Senior Trials Manager (STM) within the Early Diagnosis and Translational Group or Oncology Group.
About the role
The Senior Trials Manager will lead the relevant portfolio team to ensure effective delivery of the overall strategy and delivery priorities for SCTU. This will include resource management, oversight of financial management, new trial development, grant applications, and the ability to anticipate and consider potential issues or opportunities which could affect delivery and growth of the relevant portfolio.
About you
The appointed person must have proven experience of running clinical trials, with a focus on multistakeholder studies collecting patient samples for analysis and including new trial development.
Further information
Please note, this advert may close early, so early applications are advised.
For informal queries please contact Nicole Keyworth, Portfolio Lead, on n.e.keyworth@soton.ac.uk
For a full role description, and to apply, please click here.
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Research Fellow Health Economics – Warwick CTU
Job title: Research Fellow Health Economics
Salary: £35,608 to £46,049 per annum
Contract type: Indefinite linked to funding
Working pattern: Full time or part time (minimum 0.6FTE)
Closing date: 16 August 2026 (23:55)
About the role
We are looking for an enthusiastic health economist to join our ambitious and fast-growing team at the Centre for Health Economics at Warwick (CHEW).
The primary focus of the role will be to conduct economic evaluations alongside large multi-centre clinical trials.
There may also be opportunities to work on other types of applied and methodological health economic projects, drawing on existing and new strands of work at CHEW (for example in global health, mental health research and environmental impacts in health).
Research will be disseminated through high-quality journal publications and reports, informing policy at the national and international level. The post includes a range of opportunities, including further training and help to develop a future portfolio of work.
About you
You will have experience in conducting economic evaluations and use of suitable statistical software (STATA and/or R). You should hold (or been close to completing) a PhD in health economics or a similar relevant background. Previous experience of within-trial economic evaluation would be welcome.
Further information
If you are near submission of your PhD, or have not yet had it conferred, any offers of employment will be made at Research Assistant level, at the highest spinal point of pay grade 5 (£34,610 per annum). Upon receipt of evidence confirming the successful award of your PhD, you will be promoted to Research Fellow, at the lowest spinal point of grade 6 (£35,608 per annum).
For informal queries, please contact Professor Jason Madan at J.J.Madan@warwick.ac.uk.
For a full role description, and to apply, please click here.
QA Specialist – UK Registered CTU Network International Registration Review Committee
Role title: QA Specialist
Closing date: 4 September 2026
The UK Registered Clinical Trials Unit (CTU) Network is seeking a highly experienced professional with specialist knowledge in clinical trials to contribute Quality Assurance (QA) expertise to its International Registration Review Committee (IRRC).
The committee is responsible for reviewing all applications for new and ongoing membership and, as such, plays a pivotal role in ensuring that the Network continues to promote excellence and integrity in non-commercial research.
The successful candidate will have a wealth of experience, knowledge, and acumen within the field of non-commercial/academic clinical trials research, demonstrate an excellent understanding of best practice as well as current drivers for change.
As the collective voice of non-commercial and academic clinical trials units, the Network plays an important role in engaging with Government, funders, regulators, and patients to improve and strengthen clinical research in the UK. The Network is seen internationally as an exemplar for the development of national clinical trials support. It was established in 2007, and its members are committed to setting and sharing good practice and improving standards in clinical trials.
Our Network is funded by its members, and major funders have representation on the Network’s Executive Group, this includes; Cancer Research UK, NIHR, Arthritis UK, as well as devolved nations representation such as Health and Social Care Research Wales.
The deadline for applications is 6pm on 4 September 2026.
A more detailed role description, and information on how to apply, can be found below in the applicant information pack below.
Chair – UK Registered CTU Network Executive Group
Role title: Executive Group Chair
Closing date: 25 September 2026
The UK Registered Clinical Trials Unit (CTU) Network is seeking a highly experienced person with expertise in clinical trials to chair its Executive Group.
The position is becoming vacant due to the current Chair, Simon Denegri, OBE, reaching the end of his maximum term.
The successful candidate will have a wealth of experience, knowledge, and acumen within the field of non-commercial/academic clinical trials research, demonstrate an excellent understanding of best practice as well as current drivers for change.
As the collective voice of non-commercial and academic clinical trials units, the Network plays an important role in engaging with Government, funders, regulators, and patients to improve and strengthen clinical research in the UK. The Network is seen internationally as an exemplar for the development of national clinical trials support. It was established in 2007, and its members are committed to setting and sharing good practice and improving standards in clinical trials.
Our network is funded by its members, and major funders have representation on the Network’s Executive Group, this includes Cancer Research UK, NIHR, as well as devolved nations representation such as Health and Social Care Research Wales.
A more detailed role description, and information on how to apply, can be found below in the applicant information pack below.
The deadline for applications is 6pm on 25 September 2026.
