Data Manager

Job Description

About the Role

The Brighton and Sussex Clinical Trials Unit (BSCTU) is offering an exciting opportunity for a Data Manager to join its data team and support a diverse portfolio of clinical research studies.

As a Data Manager, you will play a vital role in maintaining the integrity, accuracy, and quality of clinical trial data. You’ll be responsible for:

Reviewing data and resolving discrepancies to ensure consistency and compliance

Developing Case Report Forms (CRFs) and Data Management Plans (DMPs)

Building and managing clinical trial databases

Implementing data validation procedures and quality control measures

Ensuring adherence to Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines

You will receive full training for study-specific systems and processes.

The role sits within a dynamic, multidisciplinary team in a UKCRC-registered Clinical Trials Unit, supporting a wide range of randomised controlled trials (RCTs) and Clinical Trials of Investigational Medicinal Products (CTIMPs) across various therapeutic areas. Learn more about our work at: www.bsms.ac.uk/ctu

About You

We are looking for a proactive, detail-oriented individual who can work effectively both independently and as part of a team. You should have:

Essential:

A university degree or equivalent professional experience

Excellent organisational and communication skills

A flexible, positive attitude and a methodical approach to work

The ability to prioritise tasks and adapt to changing workloads

Competency using IT systems for data entry, tracking, and reporting

Desirable:

Previous experience working in clinical trials, healthcare, or research data management

Familiarity with data regulations, GCP, or related guidelines

About the Clinical Trials Unit and BSMS

The Brighton and Sussex Clinical Trials Unit is based within Brighton and Sussex Medical School (BSMS)—a collaborative partnership between the Universities of Sussex and Brighton and regional NHS organisations.

BSMS is a leading medical school with a focus on:

Inclusive, high-quality medical education

Innovative and impactful research

Sustainable and interdisciplinary healthcare training

Our mission is to support excellence in education and research while making a tangible difference to patients’ lives through improved healthcare delivery and understanding of disease.

BSMS proudly holds a Gold Athena Swan Award for its commitment to gender equality and inclusion.

Why Work at Sussex

Set in a 150-acre campus in the South Downs National Park

Excellent transport links: 5-minute walk to Falmer train station, on-campus bus stops, and cycling infrastructure

Cycle-to-work scheme and other benefits

A supportive, inclusive, and collaborative university community

Learn more about:

Rewards and benefits

Equality, diversity, and inclusion

Further Information

The University of Sussex is committed to promoting equality and diversity. Applications are particularly encouraged from women and Black and Minority Ethnic candidates, who are underrepresented in academic and STEMM roles.