Job summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic, self-motivated individual with recent experience of delivering clinical research studies, in a busy acute hospital setting, to join our team in R&D supporting the extensive trauma and orthopaedic research portfolio at UHCW. This post is based at University Hospital, Coventry but will require regular travel to Rugby St Cross Hospital.
The post holder will be expected to be demonstrate their knowledge ofrelevant guidelines and legislationto ensure that trauma and orthopaedic research is conducted to the highest standards, ensuringthe safety and well-being of the participants and the reliability of the research findings. Other vital attributes required include the abilityto develop effective relationshipswith a range of people both within the Trust and externally, managing your own workload while supporting and supervising other staff as required, the ability to identify and deal with actual or potential problems relating to the delivery of successful research studies.
Main duties of the job
The key aim of the role is to participate in the recruitment of patients to research studies, acting as their advocate and ensuring their wellbeing while complying with relevant good practice guidelines and ethical and legislative requirements. The post holder will be responsible for their own research study caseload and contribute to the positive functioning of the whole team. Further details can be found in the detailed job description.
About us
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.
We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.
Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.
We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)
By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.
The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical
- Ensure care to patients is delivered according to Trust policies and procedures and the research protocol.
- Manage the day-to-day care and monitoring of patients participating in a variety of studies including treatment studies.
- Attend multi-disciplinary meetings, appropriate clinics and utilise database searches to assess volunteers/patients for eligibility and recruitment of new participants.
- Ensure that trial specific investigations are undertaken as required by the research protocol in order to establish eligibility and safety to enter the trial.
- Act as a resource to the members of the MDT. Communicate information regarding decisions to patients, carers and the MDT as required.
- Perform investigations/procedures including but not restricted to venepuncture, blood pressures, height, weight, urinalysis, faecal sampling, in accordance with the study protocol and local standard operating procedures.
- Take relevant samples as required by the study protocol such as blood samples, package and dispatch as defined. Ensure safe and appropriate processing and storage of specimens in accordance with trial protocols and regulatory guidance.
For further details please see the attached job description.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical
- Ensure care to patients is delivered according to Trust policies and procedures and the research protocol.
- Manage the day-to-day care and monitoring of patients participating in a variety of studies including treatment studies.
- Attend multi-disciplinary meetings, appropriate clinics and utilise database searches to assess volunteers/patients for eligibility and recruitment of new participants.
- Ensure that trial specific investigations are undertaken as required by the research protocol in order to establish eligibility and safety to enter the trial.
- Act as a resource to the members of the MDT. Communicate information regarding decisions to patients, carers and the MDT as required.
- Perform investigations/procedures including but not restricted to venepuncture, blood pressures, height, weight, urinalysis, faecal sampling, in accordance with the study protocol and local standard operating procedures.
- Take relevant samples as required by the study protocol such as blood samples, package and dispatch as defined. Ensure safe and appropriate processing and storage of specimens in accordance with trial protocols and regulatory guidance.
For further details please see the attached job description.
Person Specification
Qualifications
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Desirable
Experience
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Knowledge
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Skills
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Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
Experience
Essential
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
Desirable
Skills
Essential
Desirable
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).
