Job summary
An exciting opportunity exists for a 12 month fixed term (maternity leave cover) Band 4 Research Practitioner to be part of the Women's and Children's Division Research Unit supporting and delivering high quality clinical research studies. The unit facilitates the delivery of research across the whole division with a substantial children's portfolio of studies and an increasing portfolio of women's health studies. The unit covers all clinical specialties within the Division. It is expected that the post holder will support the research delivery team on a portfolio of paediatric research studies primarily focused on the clinical specialities of Paediatric Haematology, Oncology and Bone Marrow Transplant.
Main duties of the job
A part-time 12 month fixed term post (maternity leave cover) of 30 hours per week is now available . The post holder will be situated within the Women's and Children's Research Unit. The post holder will be a flexible, motivated team player and will have a keen interest in pursuing a wider knowledge and understanding of clinical research. The role will involve designated aspects of research study delivery and management. The post holder will be expected to work closely with all members of the W&C Research Unit and multidisciplinary teams within Bristol Royal Hospital for Children, UHBW and across our region where applicable for the service. The work requires initiative, accuracy and attention to detail. You will be in contact with a broad range of professionals, patients, families and research sponsors. You will be expected to represent the department and the Trust well at all times. All work will be carried out in accordance to the EU Directive, ICH-GCP, Research Governance and local Standard Operating Procedures and Policies.
About us
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a more details regarding the main duties and responsibilities of this post, please refer to the job description attached to this vacancy.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a more details regarding the main duties and responsibilities of this post, please refer to the job description attached to this vacancy.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Proven ability to use Microsoft Office and related packages, including databases, spreadsheets
- Basic understanding of medical terminology
- Experience of working with confidential and sensitive personal information
Desirable
- Experience of working with biological samples
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Accuracy and meticulous attention to detail
- Ability to prioritise, ensuring effective and efficient workload completion
- Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure
- Evidence of the ability to communicate effectively
- Ability to be proactive at solving problems and troubleshooting
- Excellent organisation skills
Aptitudes
Essential
- Ability to work flexibly according to role need
- Interest in and enthusiasm for clinical research within healthcare
- Evidence of good teamwork skills
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- NVQ3 or 2 A levels plus demonstrable experience of working within a healthcare setting
Desirable
- Up to date training in ICH GCP/research governance
Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Proven ability to use Microsoft Office and related packages, including databases, spreadsheets
- Basic understanding of medical terminology
- Experience of working with confidential and sensitive personal information
Desirable
- Experience of working with biological samples
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Accuracy and meticulous attention to detail
- Ability to prioritise, ensuring effective and efficient workload completion
- Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure
- Evidence of the ability to communicate effectively
- Ability to be proactive at solving problems and troubleshooting
- Excellent organisation skills
Aptitudes
Essential
- Ability to work flexibly according to role need
- Interest in and enthusiasm for clinical research within healthcare
- Evidence of good teamwork skills
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- NVQ3 or 2 A levels plus demonstrable experience of working within a healthcare setting
Desirable
- Up to date training in ICH GCP/research governance
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 Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)
Address
Bristol Royal Hospital For Children
Upper Maudlin Street
Bristol
BS2 8BJ
Employer's website
https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
