For further information please refer to the job description and personal specification Research Set Up Liaise with commercial companies and non-commercial funders to establish funding and sponsor contracts. Assist with the Preparation of CCR and REC submissions with oversight of the research team. Research Conduct Ensure research studies are conducted in accordance with GCP and RM/ ICR SOPs and relevant Trust policies. Ensure research study specific responsibilities delegated by the Sponsor to the Chief / Principal Investigator are carried out in accordance with sponsor contract and regulatory requirements. Research Closure To ensure research study, fellowship and personal award closure is notified to Clinical R&D Office, Research Funding Team, Sponsor, REC and the regulator as appropriate. To ensure appropriate archiving of research study files. Other Responsibilities To be responsible for maintaining own professional development and be aware of current practices and future developments within the Trust and National Health Service. The job description reflects the present position. It is expected that there will be a need to regularly review and amend the contents considering any future changes and developments. Any necessary amendments will be discussed in full with the post holder.