Job summary
This post is open to highly motivated health care professionals with extensive research experience in the neurology clinical environment.
The appointee will take a leading role in working on a portfolio of Respiratory studies
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be independently responsible be responsible for the coordination and running of complex clinical trials both commercial and non-commercial and other types clinical research in the Trust You will need significant knowledge & experience of delivering clinical research studies in the clinical setting and considerable exposure to research conducted in the NHS. Experience of liaising with and maintaining good working relationships with other health professionals across all clinical disciplines at all levels is essential.
The role will involve completing and submitting documents to obtain local approval; collecting, recording and maintaining data for patients on the NIHR portfolio and other studies; providing leadership & guidance to clinical, administrative and research staff. Ensuring & organising research tests and investigations, preparing and shipping samples, and ensuring recruitment into clinical trials meets all targets. The role involves acquiring an in-depth knowledge of trial protocols and their application in practice, research methodology and the requirements of local, national and international research regulations.
The post holder will be working independently across all NUH sites depending of the needs of the clinical trials service. Full support and training will be provided by to the post holder.
About us
We are changing the lives of millions of people through outstanding clinical research developed by world-leading clinicians, academics and scientists in Nottingham.
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust is one of the biggest and busiest acute hospitals in England, employing over 16,000 staff. We provide care to over 2.5million residents of Nottingham and its surrounding communities and specialist services to a further 3-4million people from neighbouring counties.
Clinical research is central to the care we provide for every patient. We deliver over 400 clinical trials across all specialties working as part of the healthcare team, supported by experts in every part of the research process.
Our NIHR Nottingham Biomedical Research Centre is translating research discoveries into new treatments for common diseases including asthma and arthritis. Central to our research is Nottingham's expertise in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI).
Supporting all of our research is the NIHR Nottingham Clinical Research Facility; providing infrastructure, skills and knowledge essential to the delivery of high quality experimental medicine research for adults and children.
Through our dedicated Research Futures multi-professionalschool, we support the development of knowledge, skills and careers for all clinical and non-clinical roles in research. Ourvisionis to drive the next generation of scientific discoveryand enableevery member of our research workforce to realise their full potential.
Job description
Job responsibilities
In addition to the below summary you need to familiarize yourself with full Job Description and Person Specification documents attached to this advert.
Research and Communication
- Administer, co-ordinate and manage the collection of data relating to ongoing clinical studies in the portfolio.
- Screen, identify, recruit and follow-up appropriate patients for clinical studies.
- Demonstrate excellence and professionalism in all modes of communication: in writing, in person, via telephone and using new media.
- Carry out and/or monitor all trial-related and other research clinical care procedures for research participants to the highest safety standards.
- Demonstrate keyboard, word processing and database skills, adapting to the required needs of specialist and trial-specific systems.
- Perform trial and other research procedures competently and in accordance with local Trust policies e.g. ECG, sample processing, pregnancy testing, venepuncture, I.V cannulation.
- Ensure that the processing and storage of biological samples meets the necessary requirements of the research protocol in order to ensure safe handling and quality.
- Take responsibility for seeking consent from patients and relatives and/or provide support to medical colleagues in doing so. Approach patients and/or relatives during their inpatient stay to gain retrospective informed consent where appropriate.
- Liaise with clinical research associates involved in specific clinical trials and report any concerns or safety problems to the appropriate authority.
- Undertake research work competently under minimal supervision.
- Maintain accurate records and other documentation appropriate to the individual trials.
- Take responsibility for groups of research patients in specific trials to coordinate all aspects of their participation.
- Contribute to the efficient set-up of new clinical trials as required and take the role of lead on individual trials to improve continuity and effectiveness.
- Ensure all trials are carried out in accordance with ICH-GCP guidelines.
- Represent at investigator meetings and research conferences associated with clinical trials and as an advocate for NHS research and evidence-based care.
- Ensure G.P.s are informed of, and updated on their patients participation in clinical trials in the portfolio where required.
- Ensure that the rights, dignity and confidentiality of research participants and their families are protected at all times.
- Actively maintain and promote effective communication within the department, the multi-professional team, patients and their families and other departments or organisations within the trust and network. Be a committed and supportive member of the research team.
- Take responsibility for ensuring safe keeping and archiving of all data from clinical studies in line with relevant legislation and local guidance.
- Prepare for and facilitate trial monitoring by sponsors and regulatory authorities as required.
- Assist in audit inspections and demonstrate knowledge of the audit process as a resource for clinical colleagues.
- Education
- Ensure all members of the multi-professional team are aware of the clinical trials through formal and informal teaching.
- Keep abreast of developments in clinical trials research in order to carry out the role effectively and competently.
- Adopt a proactive approach to ensuring your own education and demonstrate a commitment to the development of the skills, knowledge and confidence of colleagues.
- Assist in the induction and education of all members of the multi-professional team in the research process, details of specific trials and act as a general resource on research matters when required.
- Practice
- Adopt a professional and patient-centred approach to prioritising workload and demonstrate effective strategies for managing the care of research patients and their families.
- Demonstrate excellence in carrying out research procedures and techniques in accordance with agreed policies and standards when applicable.
- Report to medical and/or senior relevant staff on the condition and progress of patients.
- Demonstrate excellence in carrying out trial-specific procedures / techniques in accordance with trial protocols and standard operating procedures.
- Work in a supernumerary capacity for occasional clinical shifts if required to maintain clinical skills and links with clinical areas.
- Contribute towards maintaining an environment conducive to learning and development.
- Contribute towards ensuring that research influences practice and education.
- 4. Professional
- Maintain a proactive attitude to patient safety and ensure the prevention of harm to yourself, your patients and your colleagues including the timely and independent use of trial, research and all standard local safety reporting systems.
- Identify personal objectives, reflect on progress and formally revise a personal development plan annually, in order to enhance their contribution to the department using the Performance Development Review (PDR) process.
- Following individual performance management, liaise with the clinical and research leads in agreeing how identified training and development needs are to be met.
- Ensure that your own practice is kept updated, using an acceptable model of clinical supervision.
- Take every opportunity to expand your practice and knowledge in line with the principles contained with your relevant professional registration.
- Represent the Research & Innovation research teams across and beyond NUH by displaying exemplary standards of behaviour and professionalism.
- Ensure that the elements contained within your relevant professional registration) are adhered to by yourself and others, in particular those relating to professional accountability.
- Contribute to meeting the Directorate and Trust Strategic Objectives, Targets & Annual Plans for research delivery.
Job description
Job responsibilities
In addition to the below summary you need to familiarize yourself with full Job Description and Person Specification documents attached to this advert.
Research and Communication
- Administer, co-ordinate and manage the collection of data relating to ongoing clinical studies in the portfolio.
- Screen, identify, recruit and follow-up appropriate patients for clinical studies.
- Demonstrate excellence and professionalism in all modes of communication: in writing, in person, via telephone and using new media.
- Carry out and/or monitor all trial-related and other research clinical care procedures for research participants to the highest safety standards.
- Demonstrate keyboard, word processing and database skills, adapting to the required needs of specialist and trial-specific systems.
- Perform trial and other research procedures competently and in accordance with local Trust policies e.g. ECG, sample processing, pregnancy testing, venepuncture, I.V cannulation.
- Ensure that the processing and storage of biological samples meets the necessary requirements of the research protocol in order to ensure safe handling and quality.
- Take responsibility for seeking consent from patients and relatives and/or provide support to medical colleagues in doing so. Approach patients and/or relatives during their inpatient stay to gain retrospective informed consent where appropriate.
- Liaise with clinical research associates involved in specific clinical trials and report any concerns or safety problems to the appropriate authority.
- Undertake research work competently under minimal supervision.
- Maintain accurate records and other documentation appropriate to the individual trials.
- Take responsibility for groups of research patients in specific trials to coordinate all aspects of their participation.
- Contribute to the efficient set-up of new clinical trials as required and take the role of lead on individual trials to improve continuity and effectiveness.
- Ensure all trials are carried out in accordance with ICH-GCP guidelines.
- Represent at investigator meetings and research conferences associated with clinical trials and as an advocate for NHS research and evidence-based care.
- Ensure G.P.s are informed of, and updated on their patients participation in clinical trials in the portfolio where required.
- Ensure that the rights, dignity and confidentiality of research participants and their families are protected at all times.
- Actively maintain and promote effective communication within the department, the multi-professional team, patients and their families and other departments or organisations within the trust and network. Be a committed and supportive member of the research team.
- Take responsibility for ensuring safe keeping and archiving of all data from clinical studies in line with relevant legislation and local guidance.
- Prepare for and facilitate trial monitoring by sponsors and regulatory authorities as required.
- Assist in audit inspections and demonstrate knowledge of the audit process as a resource for clinical colleagues.
- Education
- Ensure all members of the multi-professional team are aware of the clinical trials through formal and informal teaching.
- Keep abreast of developments in clinical trials research in order to carry out the role effectively and competently.
- Adopt a proactive approach to ensuring your own education and demonstrate a commitment to the development of the skills, knowledge and confidence of colleagues.
- Assist in the induction and education of all members of the multi-professional team in the research process, details of specific trials and act as a general resource on research matters when required.
- Practice
- Adopt a professional and patient-centred approach to prioritising workload and demonstrate effective strategies for managing the care of research patients and their families.
- Demonstrate excellence in carrying out research procedures and techniques in accordance with agreed policies and standards when applicable.
- Report to medical and/or senior relevant staff on the condition and progress of patients.
- Demonstrate excellence in carrying out trial-specific procedures / techniques in accordance with trial protocols and standard operating procedures.
- Work in a supernumerary capacity for occasional clinical shifts if required to maintain clinical skills and links with clinical areas.
- Contribute towards maintaining an environment conducive to learning and development.
- Contribute towards ensuring that research influences practice and education.
- 4. Professional
- Maintain a proactive attitude to patient safety and ensure the prevention of harm to yourself, your patients and your colleagues including the timely and independent use of trial, research and all standard local safety reporting systems.
- Identify personal objectives, reflect on progress and formally revise a personal development plan annually, in order to enhance their contribution to the department using the Performance Development Review (PDR) process.
- Following individual performance management, liaise with the clinical and research leads in agreeing how identified training and development needs are to be met.
- Ensure that your own practice is kept updated, using an acceptable model of clinical supervision.
- Take every opportunity to expand your practice and knowledge in line with the principles contained with your relevant professional registration.
- Represent the Research & Innovation research teams across and beyond NUH by displaying exemplary standards of behaviour and professionalism.
- Ensure that the elements contained within your relevant professional registration) are adhered to by yourself and others, in particular those relating to professional accountability.
- Contribute to meeting the Directorate and Trust Strategic Objectives, Targets & Annual Plans for research delivery.
Person Specification
Training, Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE or Equivalent Maths and English
- Demonstrates a commitment to further leaning and personal development
Desirable
- IHP-GCP trained
- Educated to degree level
Experience
Essential
- Experience of respiratory clinical care
- Experience of managing complex research projects
Desirable
- Experience of balancing multiple projects
Communication and Relationship skills
Essential
- Able to work effectively within and across clinical teams both internal and external
- Ability to work under pressure to meet internal and external timelines
- Able to inspire trust in patients and colleagues
Desirable
- Experience of delivering training or education
Analytical and Planning skills
Essential
- Able to identify, extract and process complex health information from a variety of sources
- Able to plan and carry out the role under minimal supervision
- Approachable and able to work under own initiative
Physical skills
Essential
- Able to use computer work stations for a large proportion of working days as required
- Willing to visit ward areas to recruit in-patients for trials
Other requirements
Essential
- Required to be flexible to cover patient appointments
- Able to attend meetings requiring potential overnight stays
- Able to think outside the box and take part in a variety of unit activities
Desirable
- Experience of data entry and extraction e.g. electronic data collection tools
Person Specification
Training, Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE or Equivalent Maths and English
- Demonstrates a commitment to further leaning and personal development
Desirable
- IHP-GCP trained
- Educated to degree level
Experience
Essential
- Experience of respiratory clinical care
- Experience of managing complex research projects
Desirable
- Experience of balancing multiple projects
Communication and Relationship skills
Essential
- Able to work effectively within and across clinical teams both internal and external
- Ability to work under pressure to meet internal and external timelines
- Able to inspire trust in patients and colleagues
Desirable
- Experience of delivering training or education
Analytical and Planning skills
Essential
- Able to identify, extract and process complex health information from a variety of sources
- Able to plan and carry out the role under minimal supervision
- Approachable and able to work under own initiative
Physical skills
Essential
- Able to use computer work stations for a large proportion of working days as required
- Willing to visit ward areas to recruit in-patients for trials
Other requirements
Essential
- Required to be flexible to cover patient appointments
- Able to attend meetings requiring potential overnight stays
- Able to think outside the box and take part in a variety of unit activities
Desirable
- Experience of data entry and extraction e.g. electronic data collection tools
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).