Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of the internationally renowned clinical research team at the Dementia Research Centre (DRC), based within the National Hospital for Neurology & Neurosurgery (NHNN). The Centre has a long history of innovative research in dementia across a wide range of subjects, including longitudinal cohort work, multimodality deep phenotyping of rare dementias, international consortia in genetic dementias and cutting-edge clinical trials in those with and at risk of dementia. The centre is currently involved in first in human studies in Alzheimer's Disease (AD) using genetic therapies, treatment trials in at risk individuals with genetic AD and with genetic Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD).
We are seeking a dynamic, enthusiastic and extremely organized person to provide study coordination and rating to enhance trial conduct at the DRC.
The post will provide experience in clinical trials and studies in multiple areas. The successful candidate will be a key member of the clinical research team and will have the opportunity to gain experience in the establishment and implementation of patient-based clinical trials.
Main duties of the job
The post will involve administering clinical and cognitive assessments to study participants and their study partners (e.g. carer), as appropriate. Post holders will be provided with appropriate training where required ensuring a high level of proficiency in performing cognitive assessments.The post is to start as soon as possible for 1 year in the first instance.
Study coordination:
- Liaising with research participants and clinical trials teams to ensure visits are planned in accordance with study protocols
- Liaising with multidisciplinary teams to ensure smooth conduct of the study
- Liaising with service support departments, sponsors and clinical research organisations during set up and running of the trial
- Ensuring trial activities are invoiced for appropriately; liaising with appropriate finance officers
Conducting rating scale assessments:
- Conducting cognitive assessments in clinical studies, e.g. CDR, ADAS-Cog, RBANS, NPI, RUD-lite, CGIC, etc.
- Working alongside Clinical Research Delivery staff in rating in dementia trials
Communication:
- Able to communicate with participants and others about trials in appropriate terms.
- Communicate responsively with DRC and Leonard Wolfson Experimental Neurology Centre trials teams.
- Work in the DRC trials team to support the highest standards of trials conduct.
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:
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.
This vacancy may close before the current listed closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application.
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.
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.
This vacancy may close before the current listed closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application.
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.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in psychology, neuroscience, or a related discipline
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a clinical and/or research environment
- Experience of working on clinical trials
- Experience of working with people with Dementia
- Experience of other rating scales
- Knowledge of research governance and GCP guidelines
Desirable
- Experience of conducting CDR assessment
- Experience of database management
Communication
Essential
- Demonstrates awareness of the importance of working in a multi-disciplinary team
- Communicates effectively verbally, in writing and in electronic formats
- Communicates with patients and carers in an empathetic manner
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- IT proficiency at advanced user level in excel, word, email and web-based applications
- Meticulous and accurate approach to work with attention to detail
- Excellent time management and organisation skills
- Understanding of research and clinical trial methodology
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Resourceful and able to act on own initiative
- Interested in dementia research and a commitment to supporting high quality research
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in psychology, neuroscience, or a related discipline
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a clinical and/or research environment
- Experience of working on clinical trials
- Experience of working with people with Dementia
- Experience of other rating scales
- Knowledge of research governance and GCP guidelines
Desirable
- Experience of conducting CDR assessment
- Experience of database management
Communication
Essential
- Demonstrates awareness of the importance of working in a multi-disciplinary team
- Communicates effectively verbally, in writing and in electronic formats
- Communicates with patients and carers in an empathetic manner
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- IT proficiency at advanced user level in excel, word, email and web-based applications
- Meticulous and accurate approach to work with attention to detail
- Excellent time management and organisation skills
- Understanding of research and clinical trial methodology
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Resourceful and able to act on own initiative
- Interested in dementia research and a commitment to supporting high quality research
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
National Hospital for Neurology & Neurosurgery, UCLH
Queen Square
London
WC1N 3BG
Employer's website
https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
