Job summary
Nottingham Hearing Biomedical Research Centre aims to remain at the cutting edge of hearing research, by delivering high quality research and clinical studies in the NHS. We have a varied portfolio of research studies and clinical trials investigating hearing related treatments.
Main duties of the job
Please refer to the job description and person specification attached to the advert for the full details of the vacancy.
Assist in the efficient running of Hearing Research Studies in accordance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and International Conference of Harmonisation (ICH) guidelines.
To actively contribute to developing Hearing clinical research practice.
Ensure the highest standard of care is delivered to research participants and, where relevant to their families, in partnership with all members of the multi-professional and research teams.
The exact dimensions of the numbers and types of studies may vary in accordance with the dynamic nature of the research programme; it is likely that the post holder will be required to manage several concurrent research studies.
We work with very closely with the University of Nottingham. Therefore must be able to support students and other professionals who have not worked in the NHS setting before, and help them navigate common NHS standards, protocols and procedures.
To look for opportunities to help develop and support the Hearing Research portfolio.
Promote and represent the Clinical Research Network and National Institute for Health and Care Research.
About us
With over 17,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation.
Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!
We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be responsible for assisting and managing the Hearing research care pathways for research participants taking part in NHS clinical studies. This will involve the recruitment, education and monitoring of patients in hearing studies and the collection and documentation of accurate clinical research data. Collaboration and good communication is required with the clinical studies teams and the wider multi-disciplinary team in the management of your own caseload of studies. The role involves acquiring an in-depth knowledge of trial protocols and their application in practice, research methodology and the requirements of local, national and international research regulations. The post holder will be working primarily at Ropewalk House campus but may be required to work across all three NUH sites, and prepared to travel to other locations around the East Midlands if required depending on the needs of the clinical trials service.
Please refer to the job description and person specification attached to the advert for the full details of the vacancy.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be responsible for assisting and managing the Hearing research care pathways for research participants taking part in NHS clinical studies. This will involve the recruitment, education and monitoring of patients in hearing studies and the collection and documentation of accurate clinical research data. Collaboration and good communication is required with the clinical studies teams and the wider multi-disciplinary team in the management of your own caseload of studies. The role involves acquiring an in-depth knowledge of trial protocols and their application in practice, research methodology and the requirements of local, national and international research regulations. The post holder will be working primarily at Ropewalk House campus but may be required to work across all three NUH sites, and prepared to travel to other locations around the East Midlands if required depending on the needs of the clinical trials service.
Please refer to the job description and person specification attached to the advert for the full details of the vacancy.
Person Specification
Knowledge, Experience, Training & QualificationsQualifications
Essential
- Minimum BSc Audiology or equivalent
- Eligible to register as Clinical Physiologist or Clinical Scientist
Desirable
- Knowledge of research methodologies
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal, in order to undertake own job and inform work colleagues, external bodies, and various hospital departments
- Ability and experience of working as part of a team
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
- Ability to assess, evaluate and interpret clinical/non-clinical information and events against defined protocols in order determine the appropriate course of action
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Excellent organisational and time management skills to manage a varied workload.
Other
Essential
- oAbility to sit at and use a computer for long periods.
- oAbility to respond to tight deadlines by working hours as required.
- oFlexibility to work with patients and staff at the CRN at times suitable for them, e.g. out of hours and on Saturdays.
Desirable
- oUK Driving licence and use of a vehicle
- oExperience of organising and participating in events aimed at the general public and professionals
Patient/Client care
Desirable
- Able to check patient eligibility against set criteria, follow procedures to randomise patients, and record protocol related investigations, treatments and visits in a timely and accurate manner
Person Specification
Knowledge, Experience, Training & QualificationsQualifications
Essential
- Minimum BSc Audiology or equivalent
- Eligible to register as Clinical Physiologist or Clinical Scientist
Desirable
- Knowledge of research methodologies
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal, in order to undertake own job and inform work colleagues, external bodies, and various hospital departments
- Ability and experience of working as part of a team
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
- Ability to assess, evaluate and interpret clinical/non-clinical information and events against defined protocols in order determine the appropriate course of action
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Excellent organisational and time management skills to manage a varied workload.
Other
Essential
- oAbility to sit at and use a computer for long periods.
- oAbility to respond to tight deadlines by working hours as required.
- oFlexibility to work with patients and staff at the CRN at times suitable for them, e.g. out of hours and on Saturdays.
Desirable
- oUK Driving licence and use of a vehicle
- oExperience of organising and participating in events aimed at the general public and professionals
Patient/Client care
Desirable
- Able to check patient eligibility against set criteria, follow procedures to randomise patients, and record protocol related investigations, treatments and visits in a timely and accurate manner
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).