Job summary
The Clinical Studies Officer (CSO) is a key member of the Trusts Research and Development Team. The principal purpose of the role is to work with clinical teams to assist in identifying and recruiting participants in research studies, including service users, carers and staff, specifically within our mood disorders programme of work. The CSO will provide support with obtaining NHS Trust R&D approval, as well as other delegated tasks relating to research governance.
Main duties of the job
- To assist clinical teams and NHS services in identifying potential participants eligible to take part in research projects and to provide information and support for patients, carers and staff involved in research projects
- To provide research teams with assistance in obtaining NHS Trust R&D approval and other governance requirements such as Honorary Contracts/Letters of Access
- To maintain close links with clinical services and departments across the Trust, as well as with Research & Development Departments and research teams, working in partnership to set-up, plan and deliver on studies and maximise recruitment to-target and to-time
- To lead on planning recruitment strategies for research studies, monitoring delivery, maintaining excellent communication with all stakeholders, and working as a team to identify problems early on and problem solve.
- To actively promote research amongst clinicians, service users and the wider NHS.
About us
Welcome to Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust. Our 4000 clinical and support staff help us to improve mental health wellbeing and meet the needs of the 70,000 people we serve each year. We provide a range of mental healthcare services across Birmingham and Solihull, as well as specialised services nationally. We also offer medical, nursing and psychology training and are proud of our international reputation for both research and innovation.
Our population is culturally diverse, characterised in places by high levels of deprivation which create an increasing demand for our services and a necessity for us to make sure everyone can access the help they need. We are a team of compassionate, inclusive and committed people working together to provide excellent care to support our community. If you are looking for a place to belong, where you can make a real difference to people's lives, join our team where our warm welcome is waiting for you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached documentation ...............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached documentation ...............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- Good Computer skills (MS Package, Excel, PowerPoint)
Desirable
- Project Management Experience
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Psychology or Health Professional Qualification, Registered Nurse
Desirable
- Relevant postgraduate qualification
- ICH Good Clinical Practice
- Phlebotomy Trained
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Formal Research Training
- Research experience (paid or voluntary) working as a researcher with at least 6 months of this being within the mental health field
- Professional familiarity with mental health and/or social care practice and terminology
- Knowledge of research design and methods
Desirable
- Experience working in an NHS environment with service user contact
- Previous clinical trials experience
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- Good Computer skills (MS Package, Excel, PowerPoint)
Desirable
- Project Management Experience
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Psychology or Health Professional Qualification, Registered Nurse
Desirable
- Relevant postgraduate qualification
- ICH Good Clinical Practice
- Phlebotomy Trained
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Formal Research Training
- Research experience (paid or voluntary) working as a researcher with at least 6 months of this being within the mental health field
- Professional familiarity with mental health and/or social care practice and terminology
- Knowledge of research design and methods
Desirable
- Experience working in an NHS environment with service user contact
- Previous clinical trials experience
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).
