Clinical Trials Assistant
The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust
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Job summary
37.5 hours per week
Are you interested in pursuing a career in clinical research? An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Research Team as a Clinical Trials Assistant.
You will work with the research team recruiting patients to clinical trials and other NIHR research studies.
At TRFT we are keen to promote research as a part of patient care, enhancing patient experience and outcomes, across differing specialties and a range of portfolios, both commercial and non-commercial. We have been involved in both national and international clinical trials, recruiting patients into innovative, ground-breaking research.
You will be fully supported as you develop new skills and build on your existing knowledge and experience, with research skills and competency based training provided.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will need to be enthusiastic and ready to work collaboratively in supporting an established team of research nurses and doctors in recruiting and following up patients who are participating in research trials. Liaison with external research partners such as pharmaceutical companies, research networks and clinical trials units will also be required.
About us
The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham.
As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are the second most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as a place to work?, and were one of the most improved for staff engagement overall.
But dont just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making.
All of our 5,100 colleagues are key to our improvement journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence.
Date posted
24 July 2024
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£25,147 to £27,596 a year Pro rata/per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
C9165-24-07-082
Job locations
The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust
Moorgate Road
Rotherham
South Yorkshire
S60 2UD
Employer details
Employer name
The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust
Address
The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust
Moorgate Road
Rotherham
South Yorkshire
S60 2UD
Employer's website
https://www.therotherhamft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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