Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

Assistant Research Practitioner

The closing date is 08 December 2025

Job summary

We have three Assistant Research Practitioner posts available - two based at Hammersmith Hospital and one at Charing Cross Hospital, with some cross-site working expected.

This role is ideal for highly organised individuals with excellent communication skills and a positive attitude. While previous experience in a research environment is desirable, it is not essential if you can demonstrate a strong passion for clinical research.

Key aspects of the role include:

  • Accurate data collection - requiring attention to detail and proficiency in a range of IT applications.
  • Teamwork and independence - the ability to work collaboratively and manage tasks autonomously.
  • Supporting clinical research delivery - contributing to the Trust and NIHR Clinical Research Network's mission to improve the speed, quality, and integration of research in the NHS.
  • Day-to-day coordination - assisting with biological sample collection and processing, maintaining site files, and ensuring data compliance.
  • Participant safety and compliance - ensuring all research adheres to ICH Good Clinical Practice and safeguards participant well-being.

If you are passionate about advancing clinical research and want to be part of a dynamic team, we would love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

  • To support the research delivery teams in the facilitation of efficient, safe and participant focused research.
  • To be willing to be trained and assessed in performing clinical examinations required of the protocol, such as vital signs, ECG's, phlebotomy and others.
  • To support the delivery team in the preparation and participation of monitoring visits, ensuring both case report forms and patient notes are prepared in advance.
  • To assist with the co-ordination of the patient's journey through the clinical trial protocol e.g. requisition and organisation of any necessary investigation.
  • To support the delivery team in the processing of blood samples maintaining an awareness of the organisational policies and health and safety guidelines for working with hazardous substances.
  • At all times to work with a high attention to detail and ensure study data is recorded clearly and accurately on paper and electronic data capture systems.
  • To have a knowledge of medical terms and acronyms in order to ensure that you have an appreciation for clinical details within research.

About us

At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.

Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.

Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.

We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk tous at interview.

Details

Date posted

02 December 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£33,094 to £36,195 a year pa inclusive

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

290-SCCS-2101

Job locations

Cross site

Du Cane Road

London

W12 0HS


Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.

For both overviewsplease view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.

For both overviewsplease view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.

Person Specification

Education/ Qualifications

Essential

  • Diploma level qualification or equivalent training and/or experience

Desirable

  • Diploma in research or healthcare
  • Experience of working within the NHS

Experience

Essential

  • Understanding of National Institute of Health Research (NIHR), its values, aims and structure
  • Experience in managing complex information
  • Knowledge of medical terminology

Skills and Abilities

Essential

  • Ability to work in a organised and logical manner
  • Methodical approach to attention to detail
  • Good IT skills
  • Able to communicate clearly and concisely
Person Specification

Education/ Qualifications

Essential

  • Diploma level qualification or equivalent training and/or experience

Desirable

  • Diploma in research or healthcare
  • Experience of working within the NHS

Experience

Essential

  • Understanding of National Institute of Health Research (NIHR), its values, aims and structure
  • Experience in managing complex information
  • Knowledge of medical terminology

Skills and Abilities

Essential

  • Ability to work in a organised and logical manner
  • Methodical approach to attention to detail
  • Good IT skills
  • Able to communicate clearly and concisely

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Cross site

Du Cane Road

London

W12 0HS


Employer's website

https://www.imperial.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Cross site

Du Cane Road

London

W12 0HS


Employer's website

https://www.imperial.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Research Team Leader

Alka Shah

alka.shah1@nhs.net

02033131366

Details

Date posted

02 December 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£33,094 to £36,195 a year pa inclusive

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

290-SCCS-2101

Job locations

Cross site

Du Cane Road

London

W12 0HS


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