Non-Commercial Team
Find out about our Non-Commercial Team and the high standard that we deliver.
What is Non-Commercial Research?
Non-commercial clinical trial research is usually undertaken by not-for-profit sponsors such as universities, public health organisations, or charities.
The research’s goal is to answer a scientific question, improve patient care and outcomes, or advance public health.
The King’s Health Partners Clinical Trials Office (KHP-CTO) does not have a direct relationship with patients, but supports non-commercial CTIMPs (Clinical Trial of Investigational Medical Product) and ATMPs (Advanced Therapy Medicinal Product) sponsored by Guy’s and St Thomas’, King’s College Hospital and South London and Maudsley NHS Trusts.
About our Non-Commercial Team
The King’s Health Partners Clinical Trials Office (KHP-CTO) Non-Commercial Team was set-up in 2008 to manage Sponsor responsibilities for Clinical Trials of Investigational Medicinal Products (CTIMPs).
We support trials sponsored or co-sponsored by KHP organisations to ensure they are set up and conducted in compliance with the Medicines for Human Use (Clinical Trials) Regulations and Good Clinical Practice (GCP).Â
The KHP-CTO Non Commercial Team supports the setup, conduct and oversight of Clinical Trials of Investigational Medicinal Products (CTIMPs) and non-CTIMPs sponsored or co-sponsored by our partner institutions. These are:
- King’s College London
- South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust Research and Development.
- Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust Research and Development.
- King’s College Hospital Research and Development.
How we can support your trial
End-to-end support for Chief Investigators.
Undertaking site visits to ensure monitoring and oversight compliance.
FREE GCP training for research staff across partner organisations.
Specialist advice on electronic Case Report Form (eCRFs) and digital trial systems.
A collaborative approach with research and development, pharmacy and lab teams.
Key services
- Sponsor oversight: The Non Commercial Trials Manager leads a team of Clinical Research Associates (CRAs), Clinical Trial Administrators (CTAs) and Trainers.
- Quality systems: We maintain a suite of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and policies to ensure compliance.Â
- Monitoring: Our CRAs work closely with investigator teams and conduct routine monitoring visits at sites.
- Training: Our trainers provide GCP and specialist training for staff involved in clinical trials. View our training courses.
- IT systems: Ensure trial systems meet regulatory standards and advise on eCRFs and database requirements.
- Collaboration: We work closely with Research and Development offices, pharmacy and laboratory teams across the partner NHS Trusts.
Key resources Â
Use the links below to access the key resources managed by the Non Commercial Team:Â
- Standard Operating Procedures and Policy Library
Access the full set of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and policies that outline how CTIMPs sponsored, co-sponsored or managed by a King’s Health Partner must be conducted. - Safety ReportingÂ
Guidance on recording and reporting adverse events, including definitions (AE, SAE, SAR, SUSAR, IME and unexpected pregnancies) and timelines for reporting. - TrainingÂ
Details of GCP and specialist training provided by the KHP-CTO Training Team, including how to book courses and who should attend.Â
