"Data Manager"

Newcastle University - Newcastle Clinical Trials Unit (NCTU)

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, Hybrid

Salary: £35,608 to £37,694 with progression to £46,049 per annum.

Hours: Full Time

Contract Type: Permanent

Placed On: 30th January 2026

Closes: 22nd February 2026

Job Ref: 29025

We are a world class research-intensive university. We deliver teaching and learning of the highest quality. We play a leading role in economic, social and cultural development of the North East of England. Attracting and retaining high-calibre people is fundamental to our continued success.

The Role
Newcastle Clinical Trials Unit (NCTU) is a thriving UKCRC Registered academic unit, working in collaboration with investigators to design and deliver clinical trials that answer important clinical questions and bring meaningful impact to patients and the NHS. We are delighted to share an exciting opportunity for a Data Manager to join our successful and evolving team.

As a Data Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth running of all data aspects across a portfolio of clinical trials. You will work closely with Chief Investigators, trial teams, database providers, statisticians and other specialists to design, develop and manage high-quality data capture and randomisation systems. Your work will ensure data integrity and compliance with regulatory standards, enabling robust statistical analysis and impactful trial outcomes.

You will be responsible for the set-up and maintenance of computerised databases and non-computerised datasets, data cleaning and validation, and preparation of data for reporting and analysis.

You will also contribute to trial documentation, training, and internal quality improvement initiatives. The role requires a proactive and detail-oriented individual with strong organisational, communication and technical skills.

If you are enthusiastic about clinical research and have experience in data management, database design, and regulatory compliance, we would love to hear from you. For informal enquiries, please contact Dr Naomi McGregor (Naomi.McGregor@newcastle.ac.uk).

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The role is full-time and permanent but we are keen to hear from people who may wish to discuss flexible working arrangements. We can offer a blended approach to home and office working, with at least 50% office-based working.