Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Research Coordinator in the Rheumatology Research Department at UCLH. Working across adolescent and adult studies, the ideal candidate will have an enthusiasm for working as part of a multidisciplinary team and will support the set-up, recruitment and close down of clinical research studies.
The Rheumatology Research Department works on a portfolio of University College London Hospital (UCLH) sponsored and hosted studies. We recruit to studies for adult and adolescent patients with inflammatory conditions. You will work with the Senior Research Coordinator to set up and recruit to several projects. Current studies include interventional trials of medicinal products (Phase I to IV) and observational projects.
This is a varied role suitable for a highly proficient worker with great communication skills who enjoys working across multiple projects in a collaborative manner. Candidates should be proficient computer users and have an interest in clinical research and rheumatology.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will work according to Good Clinical Practice, relevant professional standards and guidelines to recruit to and coordinate a portfolio of clinical research studies. They will work as part of a team of Research Nurses, Practitioners and Coordinators to act as a patient advocate, promote wellbeing needs and support patients through their clinical research journey.
They will work closely with clinical colleagues to ensure the smooth running and set up of clinical research in the rheumatology department.
And will be instrumental in running the Rheumatology Research Patient and Public Involvement (PPI) Group.
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:
- University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)
- National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
- Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals
- University College Hospital Grafton Way Building
- Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine
- University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
- The Hospital for Tropical Diseases
- University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
At UCLH, we have a real 'One Team' ethos, and our values - safety, kindness, teamwork and improving, are central to the way we work. This is supported by our staff, who voted us as the #1 NHS Acute Trust to work for in the whole of England.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- Science related degree or equivalent
- Knowledge of ICH/GCP guidelines and Research Governance Framework, EU Clinical Trials Directives
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working to deadlines
- Experience of working as part of a team and collaboratively across multi professional teams
Desirable
- Experience of clinical research in an NHS setting
- Experience of using research related database/network including EDGE, Clinical Governance and CPMS.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Computer literacy to include experience of Word and Excel and use of research databases
- Proven ability to work as part of a team with the ability to work autonomously when required under own initiative
Communication
Essential
- Ability to communicate appropriately with patients
- Clear, professional communication with other key stakeholders
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Enthusiasm for learning new ideas and continuing professional development
Specific Requirements
Essential
- Ability to work in an office and clinical outpatient setting
- Willingness to contribute to occasional working outside of office hours
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- Science related degree or equivalent
- Knowledge of ICH/GCP guidelines and Research Governance Framework, EU Clinical Trials Directives
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working to deadlines
- Experience of working as part of a team and collaboratively across multi professional teams
Desirable
- Experience of clinical research in an NHS setting
- Experience of using research related database/network including EDGE, Clinical Governance and CPMS.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Computer literacy to include experience of Word and Excel and use of research databases
- Proven ability to work as part of a team with the ability to work autonomously when required under own initiative
Communication
Essential
- Ability to communicate appropriately with patients
- Clear, professional communication with other key stakeholders
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Enthusiasm for learning new ideas and continuing professional development
Specific Requirements
Essential
- Ability to work in an office and clinical outpatient setting
- Willingness to contribute to occasional working outside of office hours
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).
