Job summary
UCLH, one of London's key cancer centers, is seeking to recruit a Clinical Trials Coordinator on a 12-month fixed-term contract to support a growing number of cancer clinical trials. The successful candidate will be based within the Cancer Clinical Trials Unit (CCTU) based in 250 Euston Road.
The Clinical trial Coordinator role is important within CCTU. Working alongside other research disciplines the post holder will take responsibility for the screening of patients as well as the co-ordination and management of observational studies and follow up of Cross Tumour Trials Portfolio.
This is a patient facing role and good communication skills are needed when explaining research concepts to patients and their families. The post holder will be expected to develop specialized skills and knowledge relating to the conduct of clinical trials, and the relevant disease sites. The post holder will be expected to have sufficient skills to enable patients to make informed choices concerning their involvement in clinical trials by providing advice and information and acting as the patient's advocate.
We are seeking someone with experience of a healthcare setting, knowledge of good clinical practice, good verbal and written communication and attention to detail. However, we offer a comprehensive training programme so if you meet some of these criteria, and have a clear desire to do the job, and then please apply.
Main duties of the job
The post holder is responsible for:o Be first point of contact for patients and responsible for supporting patients through their clinical journeyo Responsible for disseminating trial related information to patients and obtaining their informed consento Responsible for booking all appointments and procedures and ensuring that this is communicated effectively with patients and relevant clinical serviceso Responsible for ensuring that all administrative processes and procedures associated with clinical trials are followed according to protocolso To ensure the safety and well-being of study participants is the primary concern of the study.o Support the screening and recruitment of participants into the study, including attendance to MDTso Work within the multidisciplinary study team, and develop and maintain an understanding of the disease processes relevant to the study.o Maintain clinical skills relevant to the study (specifically phlebotomy, buccal swabs, medical history).o Collect and ensure the appropriate storage and transfer of biological samples as per the study protocol.o Escalate any study/clinically related queries to the research nurse and/or the senior research nurse.o To communicate clearly and effectively with participants and their families.
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:
University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)
National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals
University College Hospital Grafton Way Building
Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine
University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
The Hospital for Tropical Diseases
University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
*In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row.
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.
This vacancy has been advertised in accordance with the new NHS pay rate which will take effect from autumn 2024. Please note if your employment starts before the 24/25 pay scales are implemented you will be paid under the 23/24 pay scales and any backpay will be adjusted accordingly. Further information can be found at https://www.nhsemployers.org/articles/pay-scales-202425
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
*In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row.
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.
This vacancy has been advertised in accordance with the new NHS pay rate which will take effect from autumn 2024. Please note if your employment starts before the 24/25 pay scales are implemented you will be paid under the 23/24 pay scales and any backpay will be adjusted accordingly. Further information can be found at https://www.nhsemployers.org/articles/pay-scales-202425
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- Life Science or Nursing degree
- Knowledge of clinical trials/observational studies
- Knowledge of ICH GCP
Desirable
- Knowledge of oncology and/or haematology
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working under minimal supervision
- Experience of working as part of large teams and independently
- Experience of working under own initiative
- Experience of dealing with confidential information
- Experience of planning and prioritising workload and meeting deadlines
- Experience of independently carrying out a research project
- Experience of working in a health care setting
Desirable
- Experience of dealing with patients and the public in a research setting
- Experience of conducting clinical trials
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Proven ability to prioritise own workload
- Ability to acquire in-depth knowledge of study protocols and to communicate this to professionals and lay people
- Computer literacy to include experience of Word & Excel
Desirable
Communication
Essential
- Proven ability to communicate effectively in writing
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Good eye for detail
- Ability to identify own training needs
- Displays desire for professional and personal development
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- Life Science or Nursing degree
- Knowledge of clinical trials/observational studies
- Knowledge of ICH GCP
Desirable
- Knowledge of oncology and/or haematology
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working under minimal supervision
- Experience of working as part of large teams and independently
- Experience of working under own initiative
- Experience of dealing with confidential information
- Experience of planning and prioritising workload and meeting deadlines
- Experience of independently carrying out a research project
- Experience of working in a health care setting
Desirable
- Experience of dealing with patients and the public in a research setting
- Experience of conducting clinical trials
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Proven ability to prioritise own workload
- Ability to acquire in-depth knowledge of study protocols and to communicate this to professionals and lay people
- Computer literacy to include experience of Word & Excel
Desirable
Communication
Essential
- Proven ability to communicate effectively in writing
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Good eye for detail
- Ability to identify own training needs
- Displays desire for professional and personal development
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).
