Research Administrator Full Time NEW

Duration of Contract: Fixed Term for 12 months

Hours per week: 35 hours per week (Full Time), part time working to a minimum of 60% FTE will be considered.

Location: Sutton

Closing Date: 20th May 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure consideration.

An experienced administrator is sought to contribute to a dynamic and supportive academic environment within one of the leading cancer clinical trials units, the ICR’s Clinical Trials and Statistics Unit (ICR-CTSU)

ICR-CTSU runs a diverse portfolio of national and international phase III multicentre randomised controlled trials, and phase II trials of targeted treatments with a focus on breast, urological and head and neck cancer treatments.

The successful applicant will work within the Research Administration Team to support the efficient running of ICR-CTSU.

Key Responsibilities Include

• general office administration
• ensuring recruitment administration runs smoothly
• arranging training and tracking compliance
• setting up and maintaining robust filing systems and records in accordance with regulatory requirements for clinical trials
• supporting the maintenance of quality management systems.

Key Requirements

You should be numerate and possess strong communication and problem-solving skills to be successful in this role. A broad range of administrative experience is essential, including maintaining filing systems, using advanced level IT skills and organising and prioritising a varied workload. Experience documenting working practices (e.g., process notes/SOPs) would be an advantage.

We encourage all applicants to review the attached job pack for full details about this role. When applying please include a supporting statement outlining your reasons for applying and demonstrating how your experience meets the requirements for the post.

Further details

This is an office-based role. Requests for hybrid working (splitting time between our Sutton site and home) may be considered following successful completion of key training and only if the role allows. Flexible working options may also be considered.

Informal enquiries may be made by emailing [email protected]

Why work for us?

As a member of staff, you’ll have exclusive access to a range of staff benefits.

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The Institute of Cancer Research, London, is one of the world’s most influential cancer research institutes, with an outstanding record of achievement dating back more than 100 years. Further information about working at the ICR can be found here.

At the Institute of Cancer Research, we champion diversity as we believe it fuels innovation and drives impactful research. We welcome applicants from all walks of life, valuing diverse perspectives that enrich our work.

Don’t let a checklist of qualifications hold you back – if you’re passionate about the role, we want to hear from you. Your unique experiences and backgrounds contribute to the richness of our team. We are committed to being an equal opportunity for all, regardless of ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other dimension of diversity. Join us in creating an inclusive environment where everyone’s voice is heard and valued.