Research Assistant Practitioner

**The closing date is 15th Aug 2025**

**Anticipated Interview date(s) 01/09/2025**

**Job summary**:
The Research Assistant Practitioner will work as part of the clinical research team to support the safe conduct of research in accordance with the Research Governance Framework and Good Clinical Practice guidelines and provide assurance that the rights, safety and well-being of trial participants are protected.

Informal visits or telephone enquiries are highly recommended.

**Main duties, tasks & skills required**:
We are seeking a motivated and dynamic practitioner to support our established acute research team. The post holder will be responsible for the implementation and monitoring of the clinical requirements associated with research to ensure optimum delivery of clinical trials. You will ensure that all research procedures are conducted according to study protocols and will be responsible for the recruitment, data collection and care of research participants with a focus on providing a quality experience. You will need excellent communication, organisational and time management skills. You will be expected to work in an autonomous, proactive and organised manner to deliver clinical research and produce robust quality data, within deadlines and to achieve NIHR targets.

**About us**:
As an organisation, the NHS offers a wide range of benefits including flexible working, fantastic pension contributions, market leading annual leave allowance, career progression and regular conversations, not to mention our Blue Light Card and NHS exclusive discounts.

The benefits of working in Somerset include the idyllic countryside, with our areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines. You will get to enjoy these perks whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London.

There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable. You will to experience the best of both in Somerset, the countryside and the cosmopolitan - there is truly something for everyone

**Job description**:
For more details and further information about the role, please see the attached job description and person specification.

**Person specification**:
**Qualifications**:
**Essential**:
GCSEs including English, Maths and Science at grade A-C (or demonstrable equivalent)

NVQ level 3 / 4 in Healthcare or equivalent.

Diploma in Health or willingness to undertake Research Training (e.g. GCP, degree module, informed consent)

**Experience**:
**Essential**:
Experience in dealing with confidential patient information

Ability to communicate information to patients/carers/ members of MDT

Broad and recent clinical experience relevant to the post

**Desirable**:
Experience of clinical research within the NHS setting

**Additional Criteria**:
**Essential**:
Ability to work cohesively as a member of a multidisciplinary team

High level of interpersonal and communication skills

Flexible and adaptable

Willingness to learn, instigate and develop efficient working systems

Willingness to undertake any necessary training and development to enhance work performance

Commitment to openness, honesty and integrity in undertaking the role

Willingness and ability to work across sites including community

Evidence of a good standard of Literacy / English language skills

Able to communicate effectively, confidently and tactfully (including telephone manner) with staff and patients or their relatives/carers.

Able to use initiative within the scope of the job, whilst recognising and working within professional boundaries

Able to work calmly and effectively under pressure

Excellent planning and organisational skills

Able to manage own time, prioritising workload appropriately

Able to work as part of a team

Accuracy and attention to detail

Computer keyboard skills

Ability to travel to various locations to support recruitment and management of trials.

Willingness to use technology to improve standards of care and support to our patients

Ability to undertake flexible working hours as required

Professional attitude to work

**Desirable**:
Temperature monitoring, ECG, blood sugars, urinalysis skills

**Disclosure and Barring Service Check**:
Kate James or Gemma Chilcott

01823342582

**Pay scheme**:
Agenda for Change

**Band**:
Band 4

**Salary**:

- £27458.00 Yearly
**Contract**:
Permanent

**Working pattern**:
Full-Time

**Reference number**:
184-OL-PU-3066

**Job locations**:
Musgrove Park Hospital
Musgrove Road
Taunton
Somerset
TA1 5DA