NHS - Clinical Trials Assistant
Job overview
Band 3 – Clinical Trials Assistant
Temporary Contract – 12 Months
Base: Research and Development, Royal Bolton Hospital
In order to support the growth and development of Research across the Trust, we are looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated individual to join our Research team in the role of Clinical Trials Assistant.
The Clinical Trials Assistant works closely with the research nurses and practitioners who are responsible for the management of a defined portfolio of research studies and caseload of patients participating in clinical trials.
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will support the clinical team by providing comprehensive administrative support relating to trials. The role will involve maintenance of trial site files, collection and input of research data, communication with study sponsors, researchers and the research network to assist with the set-up of new trials, and some basic laboratory support.They will be expected to work at times without supervision and at all times to facilitate a high quality research service. We are looking for someone with excellent organisation skills and attention to detail, who can work to deadlines with accuracy.
Working for our organisation
Support and training will be provided to the successful candidates, and development of skills and knowledge around research within the NHS will be encouraged and supported.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Full details of the post responsibilities can be found in the job description and person specification provided.
Person specification
Education
Essential criteria- GCSE or Equivalent
- IT / Admin Qualification
- GCP Training
Experience
Essential criteria- Experience of working within an administrative role
- Experience of maintaining efficient paper and computerised office systems
- Experience of communicating detailed / complex information
- Experience of organising and prioritising tasks to meet completion deadlines
- Admin experience in a clinical research environment
Skills
Essential criteria- Demonstrable IT skills, using Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Access.
- Basic knowledge of Clinical Research and its importance within the NHS
We are an inclusive employer who trains and develops our staff in a positive learning environment.
We thrive on cultivating cultural architecture, if you have the right skills, attitudes and behaviours, in line with our Trust values, we welcome and appreciate the diversity you bring to our organisation.
We offer a wide range of staff benefits please click on the link below to see what current benefits we have.
Staff benefits - Bolton NHS FT (boltonft.nhs.uk)
From time to time we may need to close a vacancy early when in receipt of a sufficient number of applications. If you are interested in this post and wish to be considered, we strongly advise you to complete and submit your application as soon as possible.