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Job summary

Main area
Cardiovascular Research
Grade
NHS AfC: Band 4
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time - 37.5 hours per week
Job ref
358-6662808-RRC
Employer
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Glenfield Hospital
Town
Leicester
Salary
£26,530 - £29,114
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
12/12/2024 23:59

Employer heading

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust logo

Assistant Clinical Research Practitioner

NHS AfC: Band 4

We are actively promoting flexible working options, helping you to manage a work / life balance

Job overview

We are looking for a highly motivated, hardworking and enthusiastic candidate to join the cardiovascular research team.

The post holder will be expected to manage the day to day running of the research study under the support and guidance of the multidisciplinary research team.

*Please ensure you can demonstrate the criteria required for shortlisting*

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will be able to use a range of Microsoft Office applications, demonstrate competency in clinical skills, have the ability to manage their own time and work with minimal supervision. Organisational skills and the ability to work both on your own and as part of a team are
essential.


The post holder must have significant experience in a NHS band 3 role, or equivalent, in clinical research. Knowledge, understanding and
experience of the clinical research process, including ICH-GCP and research governance is a must.
The post requires flexibility and the ability to work under pressure whilst maintaining accuracy and attention to detail. Some weekend working
and evening work may be required.

The post holder will be expected to manage the day to day running of the research study under the support and guidance of the multidisciplinary research team.


The post will involve liaison with all grades of staff in a multi-disciplinary department; therefore the ability to communicate clearly, calmly and effectively with a broad range of people is important.

To develop and maintain constructive working relationship with muti-professional teams within the speciality. Have some responsibility for
ensuring good communication between all service providers within the speciality. Actively participate in local and national networking groups to develop an expert level of knowledge in the speciality.

Working for our organisation

Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals: 

  • high-quality care for all, 
  • being a great place to work, 
  • partnerships for impact, and 
  • research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:

  • we are compassionate,
  • we are proud, 
  • we are inclusive, and 
  • we are one team 

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:

http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Clinical Research Practitioners (CRPs) are crucial to delivering clinical research that is transforming treatment in the NHS and the care we
receive.

CRPs bring a wealth of research knowledge and expertise to research delivery teams, working alongside nurses and others to deliver
safe, ethical and high quality clinical research care.

The post-holder will be responsible for supporting studies from set up through to the completion of the follow up phase and for overseeing and/or managing single site studies as required.

To support current research staff in ensuring the completeness, accuracy and consistency of the data in order to meet standards expected for
reporting to regulatory bodies, by organising and managing study days.

To provide clinical support and supervision to patients in clinical trials such as the taking of informed consent, taking samples, performing tests
and physical measurements and preparing and maintaining study documentation, in accordance with the clinical trial protocol and Good ClinicalPractice.

(Please refer to the job description/person specification for further details on the role) 

Person specification

Training and Qualifications

Essential criteria
  • Minimum of 5 GCSE or Equivalent
Desirable criteria
  • Working in cardiac setting

Skills

Essential criteria
  • • Able to perform ECGs, phlebotomy and record other clinical data. Conduct participant education sessions and provide instructions.
Desirable criteria
  • Knowledge of Research

Experience

Essential criteria
  • • Significant experience at a NHS band 3, or equivalent, in clinical research. Knowledge, understanding and experience of the clinical research process, including ICH, GCP and research governance.
Desirable criteria
  • GCP/Consent training

Other Requirements specific to role

Essential criteria
  • • Ability to work independently and as part of a small research team. Flexible approach to working and a desire to develop knowledge and skills. Assertive and confident. Demonstrates enthusiasm. Professional manner.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

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Applicant requirements

The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Jude Fisher
Job title
Senior Research Nurse
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
0116 2502541
Additional information

Donna Alexander

[email protected]

If you have problems applying, contact

Address
Paget house, 2 West street
Leicester
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LE1 6XP
Telephone
0116 502 7298
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