Reference Number: MDN0042

Summary of Job Purpose and Principal Duties

This post is available to work on a multi-centred Large Streamlined Safety Study (SCOT trial) in the Medicines Monitoring Unit (MEMO)/ Hypertension Research Centre (HRC). This is a novel design and will require significant co-ordination and facilitation, previous experience of clinical trials in the pharmaceutical industry although not essential would be an advantage. As would knowledge of PRINCE 2 or similar Project Management Methodology, MS Project or similar software tools for project planning and monitoring. Knowledge of relational databases and data management would also be an advantage

As the duties of the post involve a wide-range of activities, you should be able to show initiative and have a flexible approach to work. You will be self-reliant and comfortable in the role of dealing with an academic research team of clinical and support staff. You will also require the ability to rationalise work situations and deliver effective responses.

The post is for one year in the first instance however; success in the first year will lead to the trial extending for a further period of time.

You must be educated to degree level and ideally have experience of working in a higher education/ clinical research environment. Good communication, administrative and IT skills are essential.

Informal enquiries should be made to

Professor Tom M MacDonald e-mail tom@memo.dundee.ac.uk or from Evelyn Findlay Senior Clinical Research Manager, Tel (01382 632852) or e-mail e.a.findlay@dundee.ac.uk