Research Governance Assistant
NHS Jobs · United Kingdom · GB
Clinical Research
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Not yet analysed
Demand60
Career growth50
Healthcare fit58
Remote potential30
5-year outlook
Likely an NHS administrative band with modest starting pay; progression depends on moving into research management, clinical trials coordination, or gaining formal research qualifications.
Clinical license
Not required
Applicant reach
moderate
Seniority
entry
Employment type
–
Date found
2026-10-21
Intelligence details
Flexible work details
- Eligible countries
- United Kingdom
Eligibility, licensing, and location restrictions can change. Always confirm details on the source posting before applying.
Why this is worth applying to
Worth considering for clinicians seeking an entry point into NHS research infrastructure, but request the full job pack first because the description is too thin to judge fit.
Who should apply
Clinicians (doctors, nurses, pharmacists, allied health) interested in research governance, clinical trials administration, or NHS research infrastructure; IMGs seeking NHS experience; healthcare graduates.
CV angle
Frame real clinical experience around audit, quality improvement, research participation, ethics/consent, data handling, and compliance with protocols; highlight any involvement in clinical trials, literature reviews, or governance meetings.
Skills to highlight
- Research governance
- Clinical audit
- Regulatory compliance
- Research ethics
- Data management
- Protocol adherence
- Stakeholder communication
- NHS systems knowledge
Role summary
An NHS-based administrative role supporting research governance processes, including compliance with research ethics, regulatory approvals, and study oversight.
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