1,923 Healthcare Research jobs in the United Kingdom

At Delenda Executive Search and Talent , we’re a boutique search and advisory firm working at the intersection of executive talent, strategic communications, and public affairs.

We help ambitious organisations shape their teams — from entry level through to Managing Director — and we’re proud to work with clients in London, across the UK, and internationally.

We’re now looking for a curious, driven Research Associate to join our team. This is a chance to be right at the heart of a growing firm, supporting searches in communications and policy, spotting emerging talent, and keeping your finger on the pulse of the big issues shaping business and politics.

What you’ll be doing

• Mapping markets and researching potential candidates in communications, public affairs, and digital.
• Identifying and engaging candidates, from the first outreach through to early conversations.
• Keeping across the industry and political developments that matter to our clients.
• Helping us to deliver a brilliant candidate experience and sharp insights to clients.
• Contributing ideas for pitches, thought pieces, and marketing campaigns that showcase who we are.
• Working closely with the partners and consultants to make sure every search runs smoothly.

What we’re looking for

• Strong research skills
• Strong communication skills — written and verbal — with the ability to make complex information clear and engaging.
• An interest in communications, politics, and current affairs
• Organised and comfortable juggling different projects at pace.
• Confident using Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams); experience with CRMs a bonus.

What you’ll get

• Competitive salary, bonus, commission and benefits.
• Comprehensive training
• Flexibility: you can be London-based or work remotely from anywhere in the UK.
• We are happy to look at working from abroad options too
• Early exposure to clients and senior leaders in the comms and policy world.
• The chance to grow quickly in a high-growth firm — with real responsibility from the outset.
• A supportive, close-knit team that values curiosity, ambition, and collaboration.

At Delenda Executive Search and Talent , we’re a boutique search and advisory firm working at the intersection of executive talent, strategic communications, and public affairs.

We help ambitious organisations shape their teams — from entry level through to Managing Director — and we’re proud to work with clients in London, across the UK, and internationally.

We’re now looking for a curious, driven Research Associate to join our team. This is a chance to be right at the heart of a growing firm, supporting searches in communications and policy, spotting emerging talent, and keeping your finger on the pulse of the big issues shaping business and politics.

What you’ll be doing

• Mapping markets and researching potential candidates in communications, public affairs, and digital.
• Identifying and engaging candidates, from the first outreach through to early conversations.
• Keeping across the industry and political developments that matter to our clients.
• Helping us to deliver a brilliant candidate experience and sharp insights to clients.
• Contributing ideas for pitches, thought pieces, and marketing campaigns that showcase who we are.
• Working closely with the partners and consultants to make sure every search runs smoothly.

What we’re looking for

• Strong research skills
• Strong communication skills — written and verbal — with the ability to make complex information clear and engaging.
• An interest in communications, politics, and current affairs
• Organised and comfortable juggling different projects at pace.
• Confident using Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams); experience with CRMs a bonus.

What you’ll get

• Competitive salary, bonus, commission and benefits.
• Comprehensive training
• Flexibility: you can be London-based or work remotely from anywhere in the UK.
• We are happy to look at working from abroad options too
• Early exposure to clients and senior leaders in the comms and policy world.
• The chance to grow quickly in a high-growth firm — with real responsibility from the outset.
• A supportive, close-knit team that values curiosity, ambition, and collaboration.

Job Title: Junior Clinical Research Associate (CRA)

Location: London, UK (Field-based with regular site visits)

Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role:

We are seeking a motivated Junior Clinical Research Associate (CRA) with a minimum of 2 years of independent monitoring experience to join our London-based team. The successful candidate will play a vital role in ensuring the quality and integrity of clinical trials across multiple therapeutic areas. You will conduct 4–6 monitoring visits per month , providing oversight of study sites while maintaining compliance with ICH-GCP, local regulations, and study protocols.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform routine monitoring visits (site initiation, interim, and close-out) across assigned sites in London and surrounding regions.
• Ensure adherence to protocol, ICH-GCP, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Verify accuracy and completeness of case report forms (CRFs) against source data.
• Identify and resolve data discrepancies and protocol deviations in collaboration with site staff.
• Maintain effective communication with investigators, site personnel, and internal study teams.
• Prepare and submit timely monitoring reports and follow-up documentation.
• Support investigators and sites in resolving queries and ensuring readiness for audits and inspections.
• Contribute to trial start-up activities when required (e.g., site feasibility, essential document collection).

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Nursing, Pharmacy, or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of independent monitoring experience within a CRO, pharmaceutical, or biotech environment.
• Strong knowledge of ICH-GCP and UK clinical trial regulations.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple sites.
• Willingness to travel frequently (4–6 site visits per month).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Professional development opportunities within a growing clinical operations team.
• Exposure to diverse therapeutic areas and phases of clinical development.
• Supportive work environment with mentorship from senior CRAs.

Job Title: Junior Clinical Research Associate (CRA)

Location: London, UK (Field-based with regular site visits)

Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role:

We are seeking a motivated Junior Clinical Research Associate (CRA) with a minimum of 2 years of independent monitoring experience to join our London-based team. The successful candidate will play a vital role in ensuring the quality and integrity of clinical trials across multiple therapeutic areas. You will conduct 4–6 monitoring visits per month , providing oversight of study sites while maintaining compliance with ICH-GCP, local regulations, and study protocols.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform routine monitoring visits (site initiation, interim, and close-out) across assigned sites in London and surrounding regions.
• Ensure adherence to protocol, ICH-GCP, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Verify accuracy and completeness of case report forms (CRFs) against source data.
• Identify and resolve data discrepancies and protocol deviations in collaboration with site staff.
• Maintain effective communication with investigators, site personnel, and internal study teams.
• Prepare and submit timely monitoring reports and follow-up documentation.
• Support investigators and sites in resolving queries and ensuring readiness for audits and inspections.
• Contribute to trial start-up activities when required (e.g., site feasibility, essential document collection).

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Nursing, Pharmacy, or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of independent monitoring experience within a CRO, pharmaceutical, or biotech environment.
• Strong knowledge of ICH-GCP and UK clinical trial regulations.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple sites.
• Willingness to travel frequently (4–6 site visits per month).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Professional development opportunities within a growing clinical operations team.
• Exposure to diverse therapeutic areas and phases of clinical development.
• Supportive work environment with mentorship from senior CRAs.

• Plan, implement, and manage clinical trial activities at assigned sites.
• Conduct site initiation visits, interim monitoring visits, and close-out visits.
• Ensure compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), regulatory guidelines, and study protocols.
• Verify the accuracy and completeness of clinical data through source data verification.
• Manage communication between the study sites and the sponsor organization.
• Identify and report adverse events and safety concerns promptly.
• Maintain essential study documents and site files.
• Train and support site staff on trial procedures and requirements.
• Monitor study progress and timelines, identifying and resolving potential issues.
• Contribute to the development of study protocols and case report forms.
• Prepare monitoring visit reports and follow up on action items.

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Nursing, Pharmacy, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Previous experience as a Clinical Research Associate or in a similar clinical trial role.
• Thorough understanding of ICH-GCP guidelines and regulatory requirements for clinical trials.
• Experience with clinical trial monitoring and data verification.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with site personnel.
• Proficiency in medical terminology and understanding of disease processes.
• Ability to travel to clinical sites as required (estimated at 40-60%).
• Proficiency in using clinical trial management systems (CTMS) and electronic data capture (EDC) systems.
• A commitment to ethical research practices and patient safety.