Associate Clinical Research Practitioner - Leicester, United Kingdom - University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
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2 weeks ago

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An opportunity has arisen for a dynamic, clinically experienced individual to join the CRF / Research Space team based at the Leicester Royal Infirmary.

The successful applicant will support a portfolio of clinical trials across a wide range of speciality areas.


Working hours are usually Monday to Friday 08:30 - 16:30 however flexibility will be needed on an infrequent basis to cover out of hours activity, including nights, evenings and weekends.


The key requirements for this post are:

  • initiative
- reliability
- diplomacy
- good clinical skills
- adaptability
- the ability to prioritise
- excellent communication skills
- organisation skills
- flexibility

If you can tick all these boxes we would love to hear from you


previous applicants need not apply


As an Associate Clinical Research Practitioner you will have a varied role working in wards, outpatient departments and acute clinical areas.

You will help recruit participants to clinical trials and support the team with clinical procedures and data collection.

As you will often be the first point of contact for patients and members of the public it is vital that you are both welcoming and professional in your approach to all.

As a key member of the team we also need you to be organised, proactive and forward-thinking.


The post requires some practical clinical skills (as per job description and person specification) and a working knowledge of IT, including Microsoft Office software, to support the administrative aspects of the role.

Experience of using/accessing UHL systems would also be an advantage, although training will be available.
There will also be some laboratory based activity such as the processing and storage of specimens.


You must have a good standard of general education, be a good, clear communicator and be confident and calm in all situations.

Previous experience of working within the NHS would also be a distinct advantage.

As you will be the go-to person for a portfolio of academic and commercial trials, an ability to work in a demanding role and deal with issues as they arise is essential.


We are one of the biggest and busiest NHS trusts in the country, incorporating the General, Glenfield and Royal Infirmary hospitals.

We have our very own Children's Hospital and run one of the country's leading heart centres.


Our team is made up of more than 17,000 staff providing a range of services primarily for the one million residents of Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.


We work with partners at the University of Leicester and De Montfort University providing world-class teaching to nurture and develop the next generation of doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals, many of whom go on to spend their working lives with us.

Our purpose is to provide 'Caring at its best' and our staff have helped us create a set of values that embody who we are and what we're here to do


They are:
We focus on what matters most
We treat others how we would like to be treated
We are passionate and creative in our work
We do what we say we are going to do
We are one team and we are best when we work together


Our patients are at the heart of all we do and we believe that 'Caring at its best' is not just about the treatments and services we provide, but about giving our patients the best possible experience.

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Key Responsibilities

  • Research trial setup and initiation
  • To ensure patients / carers are provided with written information relevant to the research study and are given the opportunity to discuss the research study or clinical trial adequately
  • To evaluate patient eligibility for clinical trial entry, in liaison with other appropriate health care professionals, including coordination of pre study tests, obtaining results and arranging appropriate appointments as per clinical trial protocols
  • Attend and support patients in the clinical environment for monitoring, assessment and follow up as part of research projects
  • To take relevant patient samples for clinical trials; such as blood samples, to centrifuge and separate serum, package and dispatch as per defined protocols, where appropriate
  • Observe patients and monitor treatment toxicity/side effects; escalating findings accordingly
  • To record and report any adverse and serious adverse events according to trial protocol and local procedure
  • Ensure safety data is reported to required SOPs and study protocols, and reports sent in a timely manner
  • Collection of patient data from medical notes and completion of case record forms (CRF's) and to liaise with clinical trial coordinators, research nurses and investigators to ensure accurate data collection
  • Take responsibility for liaising with study Sponsors regarding data queries and for checking and resolving data queries
  • To ensure safe and appropriate storage of specimens in accordance with the trial protocol and in conjunction wi
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