Maher Saleh
Sheffield
Summary
Clinical Research and Healthcare Professional with over 10 years of experience in NHS and commercial trials, including Phase I–III studies. PRINCE2 certified with strong capabilities in site project management, SOP development, and regulatory compliance. Proficient in patient recruitment, ensuring data integrity, and utilizing EDC systems such as Medidata and EDGE. Experienced in clinical procedures including venepuncture, ECGs, triage, and comprehensive patient assessments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Research Coordinator (Contract)
Medica Research Company
Leeds
05.2025 - 07.2025
- Lead site coordination for Phase III trial delivery, managing data capture, recruitment, and compliance activities.
- Perform clinical procedures (phlebotomy, ECGs), CRF completion, and data query resolution.
- Develop and maintain SOPs, oversee site file documentation, and facilitate monitoring visits.
- Track trial finances, invoicing, and assist with audit readiness.
- Liaised with external parties to ensure seamless project execution.
Senior Healthcare Assistant (Locum)
Connaught Resourcing (Urgent Care Centres)
04.2025 - 07.2025
- Conduct patient triage, ECGs, venepuncture, wound care, and DVT screening.
- Support clinicians in urgent care delivery using SystmOne.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ease transition home.
Clinical Trials Assistant / Healthcare Assistant (Contract)
Panthera Biopartners
10.2024 - 01.2025
- Managed participant consent, recruitment, and study procedures in Phase III vaccine trials.
- Conducted vitals, sample collection, data transcription into EDC, and quality checks.
Phlebotomist (Locum)
INUVI Health Data and Insight
03.2024 - 10.2024
- Collected clinical samples and completed health assessments during home/workplace visits.
- Documented clinical data and ensured participant comfort and safety.
Clinical Research Associate I
ICON PLC (Roche Diagnostics Programme)
03.2023 - 07.2023
- Supported initiation, monitoring, and closeout of diagnostic trials.
- Conducted site monitoring visits, source data verification, and compliance checks.
- Participated in feasibility studies, site training, and regulatory documentation submissions.
- Collaborated on clinical performance validation and protocol compliance oversight.
- Supported team members, promoting a collaborative working environment.
- Strengthened research validity with rigorous data verification processes.
Research Phlebotomist (Locum)
Maxxima
11.2022 - 06.2023
- Conducted venepuncture, POCT cholesterol testing, and participant observations in research settings and ensured accurate data entry and participant welfare.
Research Officer / Site Project Manager (Genetics)
Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Managed site delivery of paediatric clinical trials from setup to closeout.
- Coordinated capacity & capability reviews, REC/HRA documentation, and study initiation.
- Led patient identification, consent, and data entry activities.
- Supported monitoring visits, quality audits, and regulatory compliance.
- Oversaw site finances and delegated duties to research staff.
Clinical Trials Assistant
Western Park Hospital, NHS
09.2020 - 06.2021
- Supported cancer trials from setup to archiving, assisting in recruitment, data entry, and regulatory file maintenance.
- Managed sample processing, patient visit scheduling, and database updates.
Senior Critical Care Scientist (Band 6)
Manchester Royal Infirmary
12.2017 - 09.2018
- Maintained ICU POCT equipment, analysed patient diagnostics, and contributed to audits and service improvement.
QC Virology Technician (Contract)
AstraZeneca
03.2016 - 08.2016
- Managed GMP documentation, performed deviation investigations, and compiled laboratory reports.
Biomedical Scientist (Band 5)
Royal Liverpool Hospital
04.2015 - 03.2016
- Conducted diagnostic virology testing, quality assurance, and laboratory validations.
Education
MSc - Master of Public Health (Health Services Research)
University of Sheffield
Sheffield 09.2018 - 06.2019
BSc (Hons) - Biomedical Science (IBMS Accredited, 2:1)
Sheffield Hallam University
Sheffield 09.2011 - 06.2014
BTEC National Diploma - Applied Science (3 Distinctions)
Sheffield city College
Sheffield 09.2009 - 06.2011
Skills
- Clinical trial coordination
- Site project management
- SOP development and quality assurance
- Regulatory compliance
- Monitoring visit support
- Feasibility assessment
- Data capture and integrity
- Phlebotomy and ECGs
- Triage and clinical assessments
- Staff training and mentorship
- Stakeholder engagement
- Patient recruitment and retention strategies
- Invoicing support and financial tracking
- Query resolution
Custom
Temporary contract, locum, and fixed-term roles intentionally undertaken to broaden experience across NHS and commercial research environments, supporting diverse clinical trials and healthcare services.
Languages
Arabic
Fluent
English
Native
Certification
Driving license, Basic and advanced life support, ECDL, PRINCE 2 project managment
Timeline
Research Coordinator (Contract)
Medica Research Company
05.2025 - 07.2025
Senior Healthcare Assistant (Locum)
Connaught Resourcing (Urgent Care Centres)
04.2025 - 07.2025
Clinical Trials Assistant / Healthcare Assistant (Contract)
Panthera Biopartners
10.2024 - 01.2025
Phlebotomist (Locum)
INUVI Health Data and Insight
03.2024 - 10.2024
Clinical Research Associate I
ICON PLC (Roche Diagnostics Programme)
03.2023 - 07.2023
Research Phlebotomist (Locum)
Maxxima
11.2022 - 06.2023
Research Officer / Site Project Manager (Genetics)
Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust
06.2021 - 06.2022
Clinical Trials Assistant
Western Park Hospital, NHS
09.2020 - 06.2021
MSc - Master of Public Health (Health Services Research)
University of Sheffield
09.2018 - 06.2019
Senior Critical Care Scientist (Band 6)
Manchester Royal Infirmary
12.2017 - 09.2018
QC Virology Technician (Contract)
AstraZeneca
03.2016 - 08.2016
Biomedical Scientist (Band 5)
Royal Liverpool Hospital
04.2015 - 03.2016
BSc (Hons) - Biomedical Science (IBMS Accredited, 2:1)
Sheffield Hallam University
09.2011 - 06.2014
BTEC National Diploma - Applied Science (3 Distinctions)
Sheffield city College
09.2009 - 06.2011
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