Clinical Research Trial Assistant

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join us as a Clinical Trials Assistant working predominately within our busy Haematology and Oncology research portfolio and supporting research in other clinical specialities as required.

Working with experienced Research Nurses and Clinicians, you will contribute towards the safe conduct of approved research studies in our hospitals. This post will primarily be based at Huddersfield Royal Infirmary, but the successful candidate may also be expected to work at Calderdale Royal Hospital as required.

The post requires you to work autonomously and as part of a research multi-disciplinary team (MDT). You will be required to support studies under supervision of Research Midwives/Nurses or Allied Health Professionals.

The successful candidate will work with specialist consultants, clinical trial units and the Oncology/Haematology MDT. There is the potential for the successful candidate to utilise and develop existing clinical skills to support the Research Midwife/Nurse such as phlebotomy and vital signs collection. The role also has a significant administrative element and a requirement to be IT proficient and able to accurately capture research data from patients and their medical records. A full induction and training will be provided.

Main duties of the job

Support the Research Team to ultimately increase patient recruitment into clinical trials, promote the development of commercial research & contribute to high quality research.

You will be expected to interact with patients & families in relation to the requirements of clinical trials & be able to work without supervision in some areas.

You will be responsible for research data capture, data entry into databases/electronic case report forms, (treatment, observational/genetic), assisting with the set-up of new trials, maintaining study paper and electronic site files/documentation, processing protocol amendments, accurate documentation, identifying patients via MDT's/screening notes, receiving consent, recruiting participants to research studies and supporting & monitoring research patients.

There will be a requirement to lead an observational/ genetic study following appropriate training & mentorship.

The CHFT currently offer a Monday to Friday 9-5 service, however there may be a requirement for 7 day working in future.

This is an excellent opportunity for anyone who wishes to develop skills & expertise in research and to develop our Trust's commercial research portfolio. We are one of the few NHS organisations recognised as an 'investor in people' and works to involve support and develop staff within the organisation, alongside one culture of care. There will be a structured induction, training program and competency pack to assist in your development. There is an established mentorship programme and all new team members are assigned a Mentor.