Clinical Trials Assistant | Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Fixed term contract/ secondment opportunity for 12 months
Do you have a passion for research? Are you looking to work for a flexible team, playing a key role in widely recognised research studies?
Team NNUH’s Research and Development department have an opportunity for a Clinical Trials Assistants within the Clinical Research Facility – specifically to work on the Respiratory portfolio.
This is an opportunity for efficient and motivated individuals to join a busy and successful team. As a Clinical Trials Assistant, you will be responsible for assessing and managing the care pathways for patients and/or carers participating in clinical trials.You will be people focussed in your approach; recruiting, educating and monitoring those in the trial, and will collect and document your findings accurately.
We have a shared goal within our team; to undertake clinical research to improve treatment and care of patients here at NNUH and beyond. The ideal candidate will be dedicated to this goal and will recognise its significance; as well as the importance of our Trust’s PRIDE values.Research is highly regulated locally, nationally and internationally; therefore, you should have an understanding of trial protocols and policies, as well as an awareness of research governance issues.
If you are considering applying for this post on a secondment basis, please discuss with your Line Manager prior to applying to ascertain whether this could be supported.- The post-holder will work alongside the Research team for the delivery of all aspects of research portfolio trials within the NNUH. This is in accordance with ICH-Good Clinical Practice (GCP), EU clinical trial regulations, standard operating procedures (SOP’s) and Trust policies.
- Responsible for daily trials activities according to the specific requirements within their competencies and experience.
- Assist with logistical issues for the set-up and running of the study to ensure the wellbeing and safety of participants and staff, in accordance with research regulation.
- Provide administrative support to the research team for all research trials on the research team portfolio, from trial feasibility to archiving.
- In conjunction with the research nurse/CTP, identify suitable participants eligible for the study; identify, screen and recruit research participants using detailed knowledge of the protocols for the designated site specific groups.
- Co-ordinate a case load of participants within the allocated trials, e.g. organising trial-specific investigations, study treatments, appointments etc. as necessary.
- Maintain basic clinical skills as appropriate (following training) e.g. vital sign assessment, patient compliance, and ECGs
Join us at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and be part of a workforce of over 10,000 staff!
The NNUH is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, providing first-class acute care for around one million people, living in Norfolk and surrounding areas. We are a teaching and research hospital, at the forefront of innovation, home to state-of-the-art facilities, such as the Quadram Institute.We are pleased to work closely with the University of East Anglia, providing teaching opportunities for our staff and placement opportunities for their students. We attract some of the best and leading professionals from across the country and are proud that our workforce represents 94 countries from across the world.
We are a friendly, collaborative hospital, working with local services and home to N&N Hospitals Charity
We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition:- Flexible working hours
- Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service
- Multi Faith prayer room
- Discounted gym memberships
- Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
- Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it
- Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH site
- Free 24-hours confidential counselling support
- On-site Nursery
- On-site cafes offering staff discounts
- Support in career development
- Flexible staff bank
- Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics
- Provide administrative support to the research team for all research trials on the research team portfolio, from trial feasibility to archiving.
- Assist with logistical issues for the set-up and running of the study/trial to ensure the wellbeing and safety of patients, participants and staff, in accordance with research regulation.
- Provide research participants with the appropriate information regarding their participation in a research trial.
- Provide a high standard of care for participants during the research study, maintaining lines of communication with research trials team and wider support departments.
- Act as a resource to participants, their families and staff from within the clinical area, providing information and support.
Please refer to the Job Description for the full specification of responsibilities and requirements for this post.
Please note that this advertised position, which is part of occupation code 3549 does not meet the UKVI eligibility requirements for a Skilled Worker Visa (this includes if you are already in a sponsored post and looking to change employer).The Trust would not be able to issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role.
This advert closes on Friday 25 Oct 2024