Senior Trial Manager

University of East London

Founded in 1898, we at the University of East London (UEL) are proud to change lives through education. Our goal is to advance industry 5.0 careers-first education and provide a clear path to the jobs and opportunities of the future. We’re committed to driving diversity in the 5.0 talent pipeline, working in partnership to promote talent wherever it is found and creating a balanced, inclusive, and green future.

But we can't achieve this goal alone. We need forward-thinking, innovative, and curious individuals like you to join our community and help us craft our future. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work with a diverse range of people who share your passion for creating positive change. We’re an inclusive and welcoming community that is constantly moving forward, never satisfied with the status quo.

About Us

At the University of East London (UEL), we are at a pivotal growth point. We are looking for a visionary leader to help us build our Clinical Trials Unit (CTU) and Neighbourhood Health Hub (NHH) from the ground up. This is your chance to move beyond day-to-day management and actually design the frameworks, governance, and quality systems that will define UEL’s research impact for years to come.

As part of our Vision 2028 strategy, you will work at the intersection of inclusive innovation and community impact, ensuring our research directly benefits the health systems of our local communities.

About the Job

Senior Trial Manager: Build the Future of Clinical Research at UEL

Location: Stratford Campus (ICC / Neighbourhood Health Hub) Duration: 2-year fixed term (with potential for growth as the CTU expands) 

The Opportunity: Shape a Legacy

Most Senior Trial Manager roles involve stepping into an existing machine. This role is different. 

Your Impact

In this role, you won't just follow SOPs—you will create them. You will be the bridge between high-level strategy and operational excellence.

Establish the Blueprint: Lead the development of robust governance and quality management frameworks for the full trial lifecycle.Lead & Mentor: Build and manage a high-performing team of Trial Coordinators and Data Managers, fostering a culture of compliance and excellence.Collaborate with Experts: Work alongside senior academic leaders in public health, psychology, and clinical sciences, as well as our NHS partners.Operational Excellence: Oversee the delivery of trials using modern platforms like REDCap to ensure the highest standards of data integrity.

Are You the One?

We are looking for a "builder"—someone who is motivated by the challenge of creating institutional capability.

About You

You’ll be a great fit if you have:

Proven Expertise: Significant experience managing the full lifecycle of clinical trials within a university or CTU setting.Regulatory Mastery: Deep knowledge of UK clinical trial regulations, GCP, and research governance.Leadership Presence: The confidence to lead staff and engage with senior clinicians and academic partners.Technical Savvy: Hands-on experience with clinical data platforms (like REDCap) and developing SOPs from scratch.Educational Foundation: A degree in a relevant field (Medical, Nursing, or Life Sciences), ideally paired with a postgraduate qualification.

Experience with CTIMPs and pharmacovigilance is the "cherry on top" that will help you hit the ground running. 

Why UEL?

UEL is a careers-first university dedicated to breaking down barriers. By joining us, you become part of a dynamic environment that integrates clinical services, education, and applied research to create real-world change.

Benefits Package

Here at UEL we understand it’s about more than just a salary. It’s about the entire package on offer along with our outstanding work environment and inclusive culture. We know the market rates for this vacancy and will offer a genuinely competitive salary DOE.

https://uel.ac.uk/benefits-professional-services-positions 

We care deeply about your wellbeing and our benefits includes: 20% pension (4% from you, 16% from us), 25 days holiday (plus 3 days over Christmas) plus bank holidays, and we’re always open to consider flexible working arrangements. We have a subsidised gym membership, 3 times base salary life assurance, a cashback healthcare scheme and wide variety of other generous benefits including discounts on: Apple and Samsung products, holidays, clothing, fitness, lifestyle, dining out and weekly shopping.

Equal Opportunities

UEL is an inclusive equal opportunities employer and are proud of our Equality, Diversity, and Inclusivity achievements, as members of Stonewall and have won Athena Swan awards. We expect all employees of UEL to accept our EDI policy and will not tolerate discrimination in any form.

So, if you’d like to take your career to the next level with us here at the University of East London and are inspired by our environment and committed to success, we want you to apply today!

  

Closing Date: 05 Feb 2026

Team: Research

Salary: £62,443 to £71,685 per annum inclusive of London Weighting