Job summary
If you are an excellent communicator with a passion for research, an eye for detail and the skills to co-ordinate a national research study within the often busy, and sometimes challenging, maternity environment, then this is the job for you! You will have the opportunity to develop your research skills within a supportive environment working on The Generation Study. You will be working collaboratively within a dynamic midwifery research team, and working directly with the UHS population of pregnant women and people.
We are recruiting one Clinical Research Practitioner at each of our four sites at UHS: The Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton, Princess Royal Hospital in Haywards Heath, Worthing Hospital and St. Richard's Hospital in Chichester. It is essential that:
- you specify clearly in your additional information which site you are applying for.
- you are available to attend a study Focus training day on 14th May 2025 (if you are applying for Worthing Hospital or St. Richards, Chichester)
- you are available to attend a study Focus training day on 15th May 2025 (if you are applying for The Royal Sussex County Hospital, Brighton or the Princess Royal Hospital, Haywards Heath)
Main duties of the job
The role will primarily involve working closely with UHS pregnant women and people on the national Generation Study at one of our four sites, and will include:
- contributing to the study set up process
- reading, assimilating, understanding and working to the Generation Study protocol
- setting up, managing and running the study database
- sharing information, explaining, discussing and answering questions about the Generation Study with pregnant women and people and their partner / families as appropriate
- receiving informed consent from potential participants
- co-ordinating study processes on labour ward and in the community
- on occasion taking cord blood / supporting labour ward staff to take cord blood
- placing our service users and their well being at the centre of every process
- careful diary management in order to follow up participants effectively
- working collaboratively with UHS maternity staff members
- involving all staff in the study process and building strong workplace relationships
- supporting staff to understand the study and being a constant source of advice and support to staff to ensure that the clinical processes are followed safely and effectively
- effective working with other staff members (including clinical research practitioners, midwives, obstetricians and support staff)
- some cross site working as required
About us
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourWellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Candidate Information Pack: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will assist with delivery of The Generation Study and manage and co-ordinate other maternity research studies as required under the indirect supervision of a registered healthcare practitioner.
They will help to support the day-to-day management of an allocated portfolio of studies. This includes successful recruitment and retention of participants, strict protocol adherence, data collection, and organisation of relevant tests and procedures. They will need to have a good background of general clinical knowledge; to provide research participants with excellent clinical care. The post holder will need to be flexible and adaptable in response to the service needs and work across different clinical specialties as required. The post holder will also be responsible for promoting research within Trust departments and supporting colleagues and local investigators to deliver high quality research activity to support participant care.
The post holder will mainly be working on the Generation Study. In addition, they may be required to work across other maternity research studies as well as support a diverse range of clinical specialties depending on the dynamic nature of the portfolio and be responsive to the changing needs of the service. The post holder will understand the specific maternity environment, and the challenges within it. They will work collaboratively with maternity staff, often in busy environments, and will be sensitive to the client group who may have specific vulnerabilities and/or be facing complex clinical issues and psychological challenges.
The post holder will work collaboratively with the other members of the research team to support the progress of allocated clinical trials and research undertaken in the Trust, maintaining an accurate account of project status and records as required. They will also work collaboratively across professional and organisational boundaries within and outside the NHS and develop professional relationships with other relevant organisations including non-commercial bodies and pharmaceutical sponsors that promote the delivery of high-quality clinical research within University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust.
The post holder will proactively support the management of a portfolio of clinical trials, in a manner which achieves results and drives initiatives forward along a continuum of improvement in keeping with current and forthcoming organisational strategies and health trends.
Although the post holder will be based at ONE of the four sites, the post will involve working with the other sites and staff at those sites, and working at those other sites on occasion. The post holder will be able to travel to the other sites if required.
Support R&D senior staff in the implementation of trust policies and procedures and adherence to research governance and Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will assist with delivery of The Generation Study and manage and co-ordinate other maternity research studies as required under the indirect supervision of a registered healthcare practitioner.
They will help to support the day-to-day management of an allocated portfolio of studies. This includes successful recruitment and retention of participants, strict protocol adherence, data collection, and organisation of relevant tests and procedures. They will need to have a good background of general clinical knowledge; to provide research participants with excellent clinical care. The post holder will need to be flexible and adaptable in response to the service needs and work across different clinical specialties as required. The post holder will also be responsible for promoting research within Trust departments and supporting colleagues and local investigators to deliver high quality research activity to support participant care.
The post holder will mainly be working on the Generation Study. In addition, they may be required to work across other maternity research studies as well as support a diverse range of clinical specialties depending on the dynamic nature of the portfolio and be responsive to the changing needs of the service. The post holder will understand the specific maternity environment, and the challenges within it. They will work collaboratively with maternity staff, often in busy environments, and will be sensitive to the client group who may have specific vulnerabilities and/or be facing complex clinical issues and psychological challenges.
The post holder will work collaboratively with the other members of the research team to support the progress of allocated clinical trials and research undertaken in the Trust, maintaining an accurate account of project status and records as required. They will also work collaboratively across professional and organisational boundaries within and outside the NHS and develop professional relationships with other relevant organisations including non-commercial bodies and pharmaceutical sponsors that promote the delivery of high-quality clinical research within University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust.
The post holder will proactively support the management of a portfolio of clinical trials, in a manner which achieves results and drives initiatives forward along a continuum of improvement in keeping with current and forthcoming organisational strategies and health trends.
Although the post holder will be based at ONE of the four sites, the post will involve working with the other sites and staff at those sites, and working at those other sites on occasion. The post holder will be able to travel to the other sites if required.
Support R&D senior staff in the implementation of trust policies and procedures and adherence to research governance and Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- Clinical area experience within maternity or early years services
- Communicate effectively and considerately with patients and relatives
Desirable
- Clinical practice in an acute hospital setting Registered Clinical Research Practitioner
- Familiarity with hospital department GCP certification Consent taking experience Speciality portfolio experience
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- Clinical area experience within maternity or early years services
- Communicate effectively and considerately with patients and relatives
Desirable
- Clinical practice in an acute hospital setting Registered Clinical Research Practitioner
- Familiarity with hospital department GCP certification Consent taking experience Speciality portfolio experience
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).
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
Address
Royal Sussex County Hospital, Princess Royal Hospital, Worthing Hospital and St. Richard's Hospital Chichester'
Eastern Road
Brighton
BN2 5BE
Employer's website
https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
