University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust
Band 5 Clinical Research Practitioner
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Job Summary
We have an exciting new opportunity for a Band 5 Clinical Research Practitioner to join the Clinical Research Facility (CRF).
The successful candidate will play a key role in coordinating and delivering the Improving Black Health Outcomes (IBHO) BioResource, a research programme focused on improving our understanding of health conditions and their impact on UK Black communities.
The role will also support the delivery of early phase clinical research studies within the CRF, including participant facing trial activities, maintenance of study documentation, and data management. The CRF delivers complex and innovative experimental research across a range of diseases and conditions, offering an excellent opportunity to gain experience in a dynamic clinical research environment.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated individual with excellent communication skills and a passion for research. We welcome applications from candidates who share our values, are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and are motivated to improve access to research for diverse communities.
Main Duties, Tasks & Skills Required
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Clinical Research Practitioner to join the Clinical Research Facility (CRF). You will demonstrate a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion and have an appreciation of the importance of lived experience and equitable access to research participation across all communities.
The role will involve the coordination and delivery of the Improving Black Health Outcomes (IBHO) BioResource, in addition to supporting the delivery of early phase experimental studies in the CRF.
Responsibilities will include identifying/screening potential participants, obtaining informed consent, collecting/processing blood and tissue samples, recording vital signs, performing electrocardiograms (ECGs) and phlebotomy. The post holder will support the maintenance of Investigator Site Files, management of study data, respond to data queries, assist with the sponsor monitoring visits and ensure study procedures are conducted in accordance with the study protocol and regulatory requirements.
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The role will require excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively engage with participants, explain research studies, answer questions, and work collaboratively with colleagues and external partners.
This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to research aimed at reducing health inequalities while gaining experience across a broad range of clinical research activities within a supportive and collaborative research environment.
About Us
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.
Job Description
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Person Specification
Qualifications
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Essential
- O' Levels / 'GCSE's specifically English and maths at grade C or above
- Educated to degree level or diploma level plus relevant experience to degree level in Healthcare, Science or Research.
Desirable
- Registered Clinical Research Practitioner (CRP)
- Completion of Care Certificate
Experience
Essential
- Significant relevant experience in clinical trial /research data management
- Experience of research in a healthcare setting
- Understanding of current legislation regarding research governance Issues
- Knowledge of International Council for Harmonisation of Good Clinical Practice (ICH GCP)
Desirable
- Previous experience of line managing staff, completing appraisals and a basic understanding of the HR requirements of managing sickness and absence etc.
- Knowledge of National policies, procedures and initiatives or current issues facing the NHS
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Travel as required by the Trust across the organisation.
- Work flexibly to meet service demands
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
For Help With Your Application, Contact
Tom Parker
01213717144
Pay scheme
Agenda for Change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32073.00 to £39043.00 Yearly
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-Time, Flexible Working
Reference number
304-1103747
Job locations
Queen Elizabeth Hospital
Mindelsohn Way
Birmingham
West Midlands
B15 2TH
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Job Description
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