Job summary
The Royal Free Hospital actively participates in a diverse range of clinical research sponsored both academically and commercially. We are currently seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Clinical Research Assistant to join our welcoming research team. The successful applicant will assist in the provision of the clinical trial service within the HIV Research team which is based at Royal Free Hospital.
Main duties of the job
The role of the Clinical Research Assistant is to provide patient centred care and administrative support to the research team. The post holder will provide support to research nurses/practitioners, medical staff, and data manager, aiding in the collection and processing of clinical trial data for our current range of clinical trials in the HIV Portfolio.
Responsibilities will include assisting in identifying and recruiting participants to clinical trials, managing sample collection including phlebotomy and processing of clinical trial samples, creating and maintaining Investigator site files and supporting basic trial administration.
The post holder will be expected to develop skills and knowledge relating to the conduct of clinical trials and specialist area of practice. The post holder will demonstrate clinical data processing and management in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and ICH - Good Clinical Practice (GCP) at all times.
About us
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.
Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top
For more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Person Specification
Royal Free World Class Values
Essential
- Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values
Education & professional Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE English and Mathematics - grade C or above (or its equivalent).
- Science degree or equivalent qualification
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Recent experience of dealing with the public on a regular basis.
- Understanding of Patient Administration Systems/CERNER and Electronic Patient Notes.
- Understanding of patient and data confidentially procedures.
Desirable
- Recent experience of working in a research environment
- Recent experience of working as a Health Care assistant or in a healthcare related role
Skills and Aptitudes
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Clear verbal and written communication
- Proficient in IT skills including Word, Excel and outlook
Desirable
Person Specification
Royal Free World Class Values
Essential
- Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values
Education & professional Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE English and Mathematics - grade C or above (or its equivalent).
- Science degree or equivalent qualification
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Recent experience of dealing with the public on a regular basis.
- Understanding of Patient Administration Systems/CERNER and Electronic Patient Notes.
- Understanding of patient and data confidentially procedures.
Desirable
- Recent experience of working in a research environment
- Recent experience of working as a Health Care assistant or in a healthcare related role
Skills and Aptitudes
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Clear verbal and written communication
- Proficient in IT skills including Word, Excel and outlook
Desirable
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).
