Clinical Research Practitioner

3 weeks ago


Leicester, United Kingdom University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust Full time

Job summary

An opportunity has arisen for a dynamic, clinically experienced individual to join the NIHR Leicester CRF team based at the LRI to support our growing portfolio of clinical trials. The successful applicant will help facilitate a portfolio of late and early phase clinical trials across a wide range of specialty areas.

Applicants must have at least 2 years experience working as a band 4 Associate CRP or equivalent

As a Clinical Research Practitioner you will have a varied role working in wards, outpatient departments and acute clinical areas, as well is in our own dedicated research will be required to recruit participants to clinical trials and undertake all relevant clinical procedures, data collection and documentation, according to study protocols. You will also help the senior team with feasibility assessment, study setup and costing, as well as providing mentorship and supervision for other research professionals and staff within the wider team.

As the first point of contact for patients and members of the public it is vital that you are both welcoming and professional in your approach to all. You will also need you to be organised, proactive and forward-thinking. The post also requires strong practical clinical skills and a working knowledge of IT, including Microsoft Office software, to support the administrative aspects of the role. Experience of using/accessing UHL systems would also be an advantage, although training will be available.

Main duties of the job

This role will involve the recruitment and monitoring of patients undergoing clinical research activity and the collection and documentation of accurate clinical research data. Collaboration and communication is required within both the clinical study teams and the wider multidisciplinary team in the management of the post-holder's own caseload of studies.

The post holder will provide the highest standards of patient care in line with research protocols, and will ensure that such research safeguards the well-being of the patients, and is conducted within ICH Good Clinical Practice guidelines for research.

The role will involve acquiring and maintaining an in depth knowledge of trial protocols, research methodologies and the requirements of local, national and international research regulation to provide, safe ethical practice.

The purpose of this post is to equip the post holder with the relevant skills and knowledge to perform independently as a research practitioner, and to become a competent member of a research team.

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

About us

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job description uploaded. Key duties include:

Recruitment & consent of research patients Completion of trial activities Data collection Sample processing Resolving queries

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

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

At least 2 years' experience working in a clinical research delivery role Extensive clinical skills

Desirable

Experience of using the EDGE database.

Commitment to Trust values

Essential

demonstrate behaviours -Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.

Analytic and Judgement Skills

Essential

Demonstrate consistent level of attention to detail Strong problem solving skills

Desirable

-Knowledge of research methodologies and current national systems and structures for the approval, management and monitoring of clinical research in the NHS.

Planning and Organisational Skills

Essential

Able to manage and prioritise multiple projects within time constraints

Desirable

leadership experience

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