Clinical Trials Assistant

Job summary Expected Shortlisting Date: 19/12/2024 Planned Interview Date: 09/01/2025 The Neurology Research Team is recruiting
Research and Innovation Department is continuing its exciting expansion.
We have several research specialities and the neurology research portfolio is looking for a Clinical Trials Assistant It is a part time post (, with a temporary contract (1 year contract due to research grant).
The post holder will contribute actively to the conduct,coordination,and delivery of the Neurology Research post holder will be working within busy clinical trials departments with a portfolio of studies covering a range of conditions.
These trials are NIHR funded studies, commercial trails, and academic studies.Clinical trials support is provided to a team of Research post holder is expected to meet all reporting procedure timescales and international, national and local standards for clinical trial governance.
The post holder will be required to work alongside academic and industry partners,the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) Clinical Research Network (CRN) Yorkshire and Humber (Y&H) and colleagues in neighbouring establishments, attending regional and national meetings as required.
If you are interested by the post,we would like to encourage you to contact the recruiting manager for an informal discussion.
Main duties of the job The focus of this role is towards meeting the needs of those who participate in clinical trials across the Trust.
This role will involve working closely with the senior research nurses, research team, and all members of the multidisciplinary team to, thus facilitating and maintain a high-quality research service.
The post holder may be expected to interact with patients and their families in relation to the requirements of the clinical trials and be able to work without supervision in some areas.
About us Research is at the heart of our Trust.
Leeds Teaching Hospitals is involved in research at all levels, developing and trialling new treatments for patients.
We believe that being involved in cutting-edge research helps us provide better care to our patients.
Over the next 5 years, we aim to be the best Trust to deliver high-quality clinical research and to champion research amongst our staff.
We also aim to support and grow our world-class clinical infrastructure and assets for research and innovation.
We have a very proactive Research Academy.
It offers an extensive programme of education and training tailored to meet the needs of individuals, teams involved in clinical research delivery in Health and Social Care.
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They have been developed by our staff.
They are: - Patient-centred - Collaborative - Fair - Accountable - Empowered Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process of redeploying 'at risk' members of our existing workforce to new roles.
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Job description Job responsibilities KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Qualifications Literate and numerate Good standard of education to a minimum of GCSE level Experience Previous administrative experience IT skills Familiar with the process of clinical trials Training Willing to undergo training as required Specialist Knowledge Insight into role and responsibilities of post Disposition/Attitude Able to work as part of a multidisciplinary team Committed to working with people Practical Skills Good interpersonal skills Effectively communicate with multidisciplinary team members WEST YORKSHIRE ASSOCIATION OF ACUTE TRUSTS (WYAAT) Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is part of the West Yorkshire Association of Acute Trusts (WYAAT), a collaborative of the NHS hospital trusts from across West Yorkshire and Harrogate working together to provide the best possible care for our patients.
By bringing together the wide range of skills and expertise across West Yorkshire and Harrogate we are working differently, innovating and driving forward change to deliver the highest quality care.
By working for Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust this is your opportunity to be a part of that change.
WYAAT is the acute sector arm of the West Yorkshire and Harrogate Health and Care Partnership, one of the largest integrated care systems in the country.
The Partnerships ambition is for everyone to have the best possible health and wellbeing, and the work of WYAAT, and each individual trust, supports that ambition CORE BEHAVIOURS AND SKILLS Motivated Professional attitude and behaviour Able to adapt to service led changes Flexible approach to working practices and duties Able to work on own or as part of a team Attention to detail Good time keeping Time management skills Organisation skills Able to use own initiative Good written and oral communication skills with the ability to communicate with staff at all levels Reliable, trustworthy and honest approach to work and colleagues Fair approach when dealing with colleagues and team CORE KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING The post holder will ideally have an understanding of the principals of clinical research and be expected to develop a working knowledge of clinical research.
The post holder will have the ability to comply with ICH GCP guidelines for clinical research as well as the LTH Trust guidelines and policies.
The post holder will ideally be familiar with the process of clinical trials and be willing to undergo further training as required to gain the knowledge shortly after entering the post.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY Patient support; To assist in the evaluation of patient eligibility, in liaison with other appropriate health care professionals for clinical trial entry, involving the co-ordination of tests, obtaining results and arranging transport and documentation of specific specimens as per clinical trial protocols To assist the co-ordination of the patients journey through the clinical trial protocol requisition and organisation of any necessary investigations, procurement of patient notes.
Team Working; To ensure that all members of the multidisciplinary team are aware of the current trials portfolio; status of studies, and any trial amendments.
To provide feedback to MDT members on issues relating to recruitment, protocol amendments and trial results.
To disseminate information from Senior Research Nurse/Midwife to the MDT.
The post holder will demonstrate the ability to manage their own administrative case-load, working as part of the multidisciplinary team.
In conjunction with all members of the research team and appropriate healthcare professionals, develop a cohesive and flexible team working environment across the service.
Arrange departmental meetings, including booking venues, sending out papers and taking minutes Administration; To coordinate the maintenance of all documentation required in site files, including archiving arrangements.
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To assist with the collection and collation of trial data and completion of trial documentation in accordance with trial protocols.
To ensure that all data entry is compliant with protocol requirements.
To ensure that all trial data is submitted to the study sponsor within the specified time constraints.
To manage and respond to any data queries received.
To ensure timely entry of recruitment figures to all relevant data bases.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential Good standard of education to a minimum of GCSE level Experience Essential Administrative experience Able to work unsupervised Familiar with the process of clinical trials Desirable Knowledge of research methodologies Clinical Trials experience Experience of contact with patients in either a clinical or research setting Skills & behaviours Essential Professional attitude to work, diplomatic and calm under pressure Participate in and contribute to team discussions Able to work on own initiative/Proactive approach Commitment to achieving the objectives of the research team Able to prioritise and manage time effectively Able to motivate staff Ability to support and educate colleagues, patients and carers Must be able to deal with the public and staff in a pleasant and polite manner at all times.
Familiarity with Word Office software packages Standard keyboard skills Good standard of written and spoken English Ability to pay attention to detail Other Criteria Essential Must be able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post (with reasonable adjustments if necessary) A willingness to undergo personal development and learn new skills Ability to develop a working knowledge of clinical research