University of Hull
Research Assistant
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We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, creating a community where colleagues feel respected and valued. We aim to reflect the diversity of our students and communities, and to strengthen our university through collaboration and diverse perspectives, across all roles at the University.
About the Role
The Research Assistant will support the delivery of the NEOREHAB study, a YCR-funded feasibility trial evaluating a hybrid exercise rehabilitation programme for patients undergoing neoadjuvant treatment for resectable lung cancer. The post holder will be based at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust and work closely with the multidisciplinary lung cancer team and the Hull Health Trials Unit to ensure the successful day-to-day delivery of the study.
The role involves:
- Identifying and recruiting eligible participants
- Coordinating and conducting study visits
- Delivering and supervising personalised exercise interventions
- Collecting high-quality clinical and research data
- Maintaining study databases in accordance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and ALCOA++ principles
- Supporting study monitoring and regulatory requirements
- Contributing to participant engagement
- Promoting healthy lifestyle behaviours
- Ensuring accurate documentation throughout the study
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The successful candidate will also contribute to data analysis, dissemination of findings through presentations and publications, and collaborative working with investigators, clinical teams and research partners. This post offers an excellent opportunity for an individual wishing to develop a career in clinical research within exercise oncology and thoracic surgery while working in a multidisciplinary academic and clinical environment.
Responsibilities
- Primarily based at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
- Regular attendance at the University of Hull/Hull Health Trials Unit
- Cross-site working between Leeds and Hull throughout the duration of the study
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Duties
- Day-to-day operational delivery of the NEOREHAB trial
- Ensuring recruitment targets are achieved and study milestones are met
- Leading participant screening, recruitment and retention activities
- Coordinating study visits
- Overseeing the implementation of the exercise intervention
- Working closely with the Chief Investigator and multidisciplinary clinical teams
The Full Job Description
The full job description can be viewed here.
Informal Queries
For any informal queries, please contact Cecelia Pompili at Cecelia.Pompili@hyms.ac.uk
Applications
Applications close at 00:01am of the closing date listed. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. If you are interested in this role, please submit your application as early as possible.
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