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📣 The #UKCTUNework is seeking highly experienced individuals with a background in non-commercial/academic clinical trials to provide expert QA & DM/IS input into its International Registration Review Committee.

🔗 For more details on the role, and to apply, visit: ukcrc-ctu.org.uk/new-irrc-spe...
🎄 Happy holidays from everyone at the Network!

We hope you all have a relaxing and peaceful break.

See you all in the New Year!

#UKCTUNetwork
December 19, 2025 at 4:07 PM
🌟Our Winter 2025 Newsletter is live! 🌟

Explore the new guidance, strategic updates, and collaborative initiatives shaping the Network.

Thank you to everyone who contributed their time, knowledge, and expertise!

👉 ukcrc-ctu.org.uk/winter-2025-...

#UKCTUNetwork #ClinicalTrials
December 19, 2025 at 2:34 PM
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Around 21,000 people are diagnosed with #BladderCancer each year.

Researchers are looking at whether #radiotherapy can improve outcomes for patients with early-stage #cancer which has not spread into the deeper layers of the bladder.

Find out more - bit.ly/3MCvEVt

@nihr.bsky.social
December 19, 2025 at 10:33 AM
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#NowHiring two Clinical Trial Managers to join our growing team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with experience of managing multi-centre clinical trials to join an established CTU. You will have a degree and/or equivalent experience in Clinical Trials vacancies.uea.ac.uk/vacancies/19...
Clinical Trial Manager (RA2372) in University of East Anglia | UEA
View details and apply for this Clinical Trial Manager (RA2372) vacancy in University of East Anglia. Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences Norwich Medical School Norwich Clinical T...
vacancies.uea.ac.uk
December 18, 2025 at 2:56 PM
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🎉 Big news!

The MRC Centre for Clinical Research Efficiency (CoRE) is here.

By accelerating the testing of new medicines, the MRC CoRE will help bring better treatments to patients sooner.

🔗 Learn more: www.mrcctu.ucl.ac.uk/news/news-st...
Groundbreaking £50m MRC Centre will overhaul clinical trials for patients | MRC Clinical Trials Unit at UCL
www.mrcctu.ucl.ac.uk
December 18, 2025 at 4:09 PM
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🌟 New episode out now! 🌟

This week we're revisiting the #BioDrive AFS Study to hear from Patient Advisory Group members Kate and Mary to hear how lived experience has helped shape the study.

Learn how Patient and Public Involvement shapes the future of healthcare and how you can get involved!
December 17, 2025 at 12:23 PM
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📢Vacancy 📢Data Manager - You will take responsibility for the data management of specific clinical trials and well-designed studies from set-up through to closure and analysis. #Research #Clinicaltrials @plymuni.bsky.social hrservices.plymouth.ac.uk/tlive_webrec...
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December 17, 2025 at 1:44 PM
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The FACTS surveys are now closed. A huge thank you to the 29 CTU Operational Directors and 432 staff for taking part! 🙏

We'd also like to thank the
@ukcrc-ctu.org.uk

and our academic collaborators for their support!

The FACTS papers below could be a great pre-holiday read 😊 🧵👇
December 17, 2025 at 12:17 PM
🌟Designing a trial monitoring plan?🌟

We have a tool that can help!

Check out our website for tips, insights & training developed by experienced monitors in Registered CTUs: tinyurl.com/58t2fh8u

#UKCTUNetwork #TrialMonitoring #ClinicalTrials
December 16, 2025 at 12:51 PM
Want to improve your knowledge & practice of clinical trials?

#UKCTUNetwork members offer a wide variety of learning & development opportunities covering all aspects of academic clinical research.

Find out more here: tinyurl.com/mueyhau7

#ClinicalTrials #Training
December 15, 2025 at 4:58 PM
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Want to learn the fundamental principles of #ClinicalTrials

This short course @mrcunitgambia.bsky.social covers key issues in design, conduct, analysis and reporting.

Running 24 March to 1 April 2026

Apply by 16 Feb 2026 👉 www.lshtm.ac.uk/study/course...
December 15, 2025 at 1:04 PM
📢 Are you a new or experienced Chief Investigator looking to develop your skills?

Join the 'How to be a Great Chief Investigator' course in London on 27 January 2026 to hear from experienced CIs, learn about the wider research landscape, & more.

🔗 Agenda & registration here: tinyurl.com/p3hc4xep
December 11, 2025 at 3:43 PM
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🆕 Exciting new insights on how aspirin prevents cancer!

A study from a new collaboration led by our researchers suggests that the anti-cancer effects of aspirin are mediated through suppression of platelet activation.

🔗 Read more about it: www.mrcctu.ucl.ac.uk/news/news-st...
International collaboration sheds light on how aspirin prevents cancer | MRC Clinical Trials Unit at UCL
www.mrcctu.ucl.ac.uk
December 11, 2025 at 10:30 AM
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The largest UK preterm trial @neogastrictrial.bsky.social, uses opt consent. We’ve explored the views of parents and staff to #optoutconsent to understand its acceptability and how it is operationalised.

👀 Read the findings here bit.ly/neoG_OPT-OUT 👀

@npeu-oxford.bsky.social @woolfall.bsky.social
December 11, 2025 at 11:20 AM
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Just completed the new E6(R3) GCP training? 👀
Spot anything familiar?
Our REDUCe2 study is highlighted as a top example of Decentralised Trials — made possible by the RDN Agile Research Delivery Teams, supporting participants who can’t get to hospital so they can join cutting-edge research! Proud 😊
December 11, 2025 at 3:37 PM
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Looking to further your knowledge & skills specific to #pandemics?

Our online short course is designed for those working on disease outbreaks to develop skills critical to effective pandemic preparedness & response.

Runs 19 Jan - 20 Feb 2026

👉 bit.ly/3iyCwS4
December 10, 2025 at 10:39 AM
Peer support within CTUs is vital. It fosters professional growth, improves trial delivery & strengthens collaboration.

We are committed to enabling peer support across the #UKCTUNework, recognising the value it brings to both individuals & research quality.

Find out more here: ukcrc-ctu.org.uk
December 10, 2025 at 11:48 AM
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🎓 Considering a PhD in clinical trial #methodology?

We have 6 PhD opportunities on innovative trial designs funded by the MRC Centre of Research Excellence in Clinical Trial Innovation.

Check the 🧵below for specific PhD projects.

🔗 More info & how to apply: www.findaphd.com/phds/institu...
University College London, Institute of Clinical Trials and Methodology (ICTM) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships - 8 PhDs Listed
FindAPhD. Search Funded PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships at University College London, Institute of Clinical Trials and Methodology (ICTM).
www.findaphd.com
December 9, 2025 at 2:13 PM
🚨New guidance for CTUs

Data cleaning & query management are vital for ensuring data quality, integrity, & detecting safety issues in clinical trials.

Our guidance, written by experienced trial staff, can help you prepare a CTU-specific plan.

🔗 ukcrc-ctu.org.uk/is-data-mana...

#UKCTUNetwork
December 8, 2025 at 12:15 PM
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Could a simple blood test spot the signs of #melanoma returning earlier than a routine scan?

Watch the third episode of #CancerDetectives on Channel 4 tonight to find out about the CRUK DETECTION-2 trial & how researchers are designing tests to pick up #cancer sooner, when it is more treatable.
We’re thrilled to partner with Channel 4 on ‘Cancer Detectives: Finding the Cures’ - a new series which is shining a light on three trailblazing scientists taking on cancer, and explores how their work is changing patients’ lives right now. 👇 1/2
December 4, 2025 at 2:18 PM
Looking for a career that allows you to stretch your intellectual muscles as well as make a positive difference to patient & public health?

CTUs across the Network are recruiting to a variety of roles.

Find out more here: tinyurl.com/y5v37fdb

#UKCTUNetwork #ClinicalTrials
December 4, 2025 at 2:20 PM
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⏳Don't miss out, early bird ends in 2 weeks!

Join our 3-day Masterclass in the Design and Conduct of Complex Intervention Evaluations. Taking place across three days in the new year.

❗Limited spots are available so save your place now: lnkd.in/ekPieCFN
🎓 Registration open!

Join Leeds CTRU’s Masterclass in the Design and Conduct of Complex Intervention Evaluations.

🗓️ Jan 26th, Feb 2nd & 9th 2026
💷 £475 early bird, £525 thereafter
👉 Register here - tinyurl.com/43ufm5yr
December 4, 2025 at 10:17 AM
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📣 The #UKCTUNework is seeking highly experienced individuals with a background in non-commercial/academic clinical trials to provide expert QA & DM/IS input into its International Registration Review Committee.

🔗 For more details on the role, and to apply, visit: ukcrc-ctu.org.uk/new-irrc-spe...
November 25, 2025 at 1:23 PM
🌟New to on-site monitoring for academic clinical trials?🌟

Check out our website for tips, insights & training developed by experienced monitors in Registered CTUs: tinyurl.com/58t2fh8u

💬 What advice do you wish you’d had starting out?

#UKCTUNetwork #TrialMonitoring #ClinicalTrials
December 3, 2025 at 2:12 PM
📣 The #UKCTUNework is seeking highly experienced individuals with a background in non-commercial/academic clinical trials to provide expert QA & DM/IS input into its International Registration Review Committee.

🔗 For more details on the role, and to apply, visit: ukcrc-ctu.org.uk/new-irrc-spe...
November 25, 2025 at 1:23 PM