Job summary
As a Research Imaging Activity Coordinator, you will be responsible for coordinating all Imaging reviews for local feasibility and research capacity. You will offer a thorough review of all essential trial documents including Protocols, IRAS forms and information sheets.
We are seeking an organized individual with a meticulous eye to detail who can use their experience in Imaging to identify discrepancies, problem solve and monitor timelines
This is an exciting opportunity for an individual with Imaging and/or research experience to join the Research Implementation Team
Main duties of the job
Main Duties:o Evaluate local Imaging feasibility and research capacity.o Communicate with clinical researchers within the Trust, Imaging, Medical Physics and Principle Investigators.o Coordinate IRMER approvals amongst Imaging Specialties.o Review trials at set-up and during any amendments and assess their Imaging capacity and capability.o Provide detailed costs using the NIHR tariff to reflect the costs of Imaging.o Cross-cover the Booking Study Coordinator; scheduling research scans and coordinate trial specific reporting of trials within the expected timelines.o Create and manage the Imaging feasibility tracker. From this, data will be gathered and presented to the Imaging MDT.
Important Skills and Qualities:o Excellent communication skills to all members of the multidisciplinary team including Imaging, other research units and R&D.o Be able to meticulously identify discrepancies within study documents; Protocols, Imaging manuals, IRAS/ARSAC and information sheets.o Be able to adapt to other tasks to support the team and cross-cover.
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 & 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 - 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 third year in a row.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working.
To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
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 - 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 third year in a row.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working.
To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- Knowledge of ICH/GCP guidelines
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge & experience of Microsoft Office applications, in particular MS Excel and MS Teams.
- Experience of working in a health care setting or research environment, including clinical trials.
- Experience of research governance, ethics and IRAS
- Experience of working as part of a team
- Experience of working in an administrative role
Desirable
- Experience with IRMER reviews
- Experience of dealing with the public in person and on the phone
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Proven ability to work under own initiative
- Excellent organisation and planning skills
- Proven ability to work to deadlines
Communication
Essential
- Able to communicate accurately and effectively with patients and colleagues, verbally and in writing
- Excellent interpersonal & communication skills with the ability to deal effectively with a wide range of people (e.g., medical & nursing staff, managers, admin staff) in a helpful manner.
Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Demonstratable understanding of the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion and/or Knowledge of the NHS obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and the Public Sector Equality Duties
Specific Requirements
Essential
- Meticulous in approach to work and record-keeping
- Excellent interpersonal skills with a proven track record of communicating with a range of stakeholders from academia and commerce, at all levels of seniority.
Desirable
- Experience of using research related database/network including EDGE, Clinical Governance and CPMS.
- Experience of using electronic patient record systems including EPIC
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- Knowledge of ICH/GCP guidelines
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge & experience of Microsoft Office applications, in particular MS Excel and MS Teams.
- Experience of working in a health care setting or research environment, including clinical trials.
- Experience of research governance, ethics and IRAS
- Experience of working as part of a team
- Experience of working in an administrative role
Desirable
- Experience with IRMER reviews
- Experience of dealing with the public in person and on the phone
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Proven ability to work under own initiative
- Excellent organisation and planning skills
- Proven ability to work to deadlines
Communication
Essential
- Able to communicate accurately and effectively with patients and colleagues, verbally and in writing
- Excellent interpersonal & communication skills with the ability to deal effectively with a wide range of people (e.g., medical & nursing staff, managers, admin staff) in a helpful manner.
Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Demonstratable understanding of the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion and/or Knowledge of the NHS obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and the Public Sector Equality Duties
Specific Requirements
Essential
- Meticulous in approach to work and record-keeping
- Excellent interpersonal skills with a proven track record of communicating with a range of stakeholders from academia and commerce, at all levels of seniority.
Desirable
- Experience of using research related database/network including EDGE, Clinical Governance and CPMS.
- Experience of using electronic patient record systems including EPIC
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).
Employer details
Employer name
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
University College London Hospital
235 Euston Road
London
NW1 2BU
Employer's website
https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
