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
2025.05 - 2025.07
- 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)
2025.04 - 2025.07
- 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
2024.10 - 2025.01
- 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
2024.03 - 2024.10
- 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)
2023.03 - 2023.07
- 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
2022.11 - 2023.06
- 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
2021.06 - 2022.06
- 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
2020.09 - 2021.06
- 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
2017.12 - 2018.09
- Maintained ICU POCT equipment, analysed patient diagnostics, and contributed to audits and service improvement.
QC Virology Technician (Contract)
AstraZeneca
2016.03 - 2016.08
- Managed GMP documentation, performed deviation investigations, and compiled laboratory reports.
Biomedical Scientist (Band 5)
Royal Liverpool Hospital
2015.04 - 2016.03
- Conducted diagnostic virology testing, quality assurance, and laboratory validations.
Education
MSc - Master of Public Health (Health Services Research)
University of Sheffield
Sheffield 2018.09 - 2019.06
BSc (Hons) - Biomedical Science (IBMS Accredited, 2:1)
Sheffield Hallam University
Sheffield 2011.09 - 2014.06
BTEC National Diploma - Applied Science (3 Distinctions)
Sheffield city College
Sheffield 2009.09 - 2011.06
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
2025.05 - 2025.07
Senior Healthcare Assistant (Locum)
Connaught Resourcing (Urgent Care Centres)
2025.04 - 2025.07
Clinical Trials Assistant / Healthcare Assistant (Contract)
Panthera Biopartners
2024.10 - 2025.01
Phlebotomist (Locum)
INUVI Health Data and Insight
2024.03 - 2024.10
Clinical Research Associate I
ICON PLC (Roche Diagnostics Programme)
2023.03 - 2023.07
Research Phlebotomist (Locum)
Maxxima
2022.11 - 2023.06
Research Officer / Site Project Manager (Genetics)
Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust
2021.06 - 2022.06
Clinical Trials Assistant
Western Park Hospital, NHS
2020.09 - 2021.06
MSc - Master of Public Health (Health Services Research)
University of Sheffield
2018.09 - 2019.06
Senior Critical Care Scientist (Band 6)
Manchester Royal Infirmary
2017.12 - 2018.09
QC Virology Technician (Contract)
AstraZeneca
2016.03 - 2016.08
Biomedical Scientist (Band 5)
Royal Liverpool Hospital
2015.04 - 2016.03
BSc (Hons) - Biomedical Science (IBMS Accredited, 2:1)
Sheffield Hallam University
2011.09 - 2014.06
BTEC National Diploma - Applied Science (3 Distinctions)
Sheffield city College
2009.09 - 2011.06