Job summary
Are you interested in research and how it can change our patient's lives for the better? Are you looking for a change and want to work in a varied, dynamic and supportive team? We have big aspirations this year to put clinical trials at the forefront of our patient's treatment options within Gastroenterology.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to work as a clinical trials assistant within our team of research nurses and practitioners delivering this vision for our patients. You will work in a variety of settings which include:
- Our clinical research laboratories to process biological samples
- In our dedicated research clinic alongside our research fellow
- Assisting research nurses on clinical trial visits within day case
- Endoscopy with our research nurses and practitioners, collecting biological samples and recording procedures for clinical trial purposes
If you are a hardworking, self-motivated person who would relish an opportunity to get involved in this wide ranging role and you are looking for an introduction into clinical trials, we would love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to work as a clinical trials assistant within our team of research nurses and practitioners delivering this vision for our patients. You will work in a variety of settings which include:
- Our clinical research laboratories to process biological samples
- In our dedicated research clinic alongside our research fellow
- Assisting research nurses on clinical trial visits within day case
- Endoscopy with our research nurses and practitioners, collecting biological samples and recording procedures for clinical trial purposes
If you are a hardworking, self-motivated person who would relish an opportunity to get involved in this wide ranging role and you are looking for an introduction into clinical trials, we would love to hear from you.
About us
The Gastroenterology and Hepatology Clinical Trials facility accommodates a large number of trials both commercial and academic, with a large team of research nurses and administrators. We have an extensive portfolio of studies across both teams and share the facilities to deliver on these.
We are located at the John Radcliffe Hospital and are co-located and work alongside the Gastroenterology Day Case Unit on 6B with offices on level 5.
As a facility we look to support our staff in their continued professional development and we would be very keen to support the successful candidate with further educational opportunities while in post. A secondment opportunity would also be considered.
If research is something you have not previously considered we would encourage you arrange an informal visit to come and meet the team and get an insight into our area of work.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Are you interested in research and how it can change our patients lives for the better? Are you looking for a change and want to work in a varied, dynamic and supportive team? We have big aspirations this year to put clinical trials at the forefront of our patients treatment options within Gastroenterology.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to work as a clinical trials assistant within our team of research nurses and practitioners delivering this vision for our patients. You will work in a variety of settings which include:
- Our clinical research laboratories to process biological samples
- In our dedicated research clinic alongside our research fellow
- Assisting research nurses on clinical trial visits within day case
- Endoscopy with our research nurses and practitioners, collecting biological samples and recording procedures for clinical trial purposes
If you are a hardworking, self-motivated person who would relish an opportunity to get involved in this wide ranging role and you are looking for an introduction into clinical trials, we would love to hear from you.
The Gastroenterology and Hepatology Clinical Trials facility accommodates a large number of trials both commercial and academic, with a large team of research nurses and administrators. We have an extensive portfolio of studies across both teams and share the facilities to deliver on these.
We are located at the John Radcliffe Hospital and are co-located and work alongside the Gastroenterology Day Case Unit on 6B with offices on level 5.
As a facility we look to support our staff in their continued professional development and we would be very keen to support the successful candidate with further educational opportunities while in post. A secondment opportunity would also be considered.
If research is something you have not previously considered we would encourage you arrange an informal visit to come and meet the team and get an insight into our area of work.
Main Tasks and Responsibilities
- Assist and support research nurses with accurate completion of trial paperwork and completion of trial specific databases following patient visits.
- Ensure clinic appointments/tests required for patients involved in trials are carried out according to the schedule in the protocol and assist the research nurses in booking these.
- In collaboration with the trial nurses arrange courier bookings and dry ice requests and logistics for shipment of samples to clinical trial central laboratories.
- Assist with clinical observations as required by study protocol under the supervision (or direction) of qualified staff, and participate in the care of adults requiring a range of clinical interventions, which may include venepuncture/cannulation, obtaining blood pressure (manual or electronic), recording ECGs, measuring height and weight and assisting with biopsy collection in endoscopy. Training will be provided where necessary.
- Facilitate the collection and processing of study samples (e.g. blood samples and biopsy tissue) following best clinical practice and relevant SOPs. All relevant training will be provided.
- Management of packaging, labelling and shipment of clinical samples
- Assist in the care and follow up of clinical trial patients. Where appropriate and for specific trials, the post holder may be expected to work autonomously obtaining patient informed consent to participate in a study, provide information, education and support to patients on clinical trials.
- Provide general administrative support including filing, typing, fielding telephone calls, ordering patient notes, retrieving patient test results via hospital IT systems and arrange meeting dates, times and venues as directed by management.
- Booking patient visits into EPR, managing patient referrals through EPR and printing blood results from EPR where necessary for the research nurses.
- Managing stock control of consumables and commercial study kits, and requesting orders when required.
- Update departmental databases when required, training will be provided where necessary.
- Make arrangements for pathological samples, radiological films and electronic data to be sent for central review.
- Act as first telephone contact for enquiries about trials/research and be confident to provide non-clinical advice to patients/clients/relatives.
- Support the team in preparing documentation for monitoring visits including electronic ordering of medical records, arranging suitable meeting rooms and act as a liaison when monitors are on-site.
- To have an understanding that all research must be conducted according to ICH-GCP, the EU Directive on Good Clinical Practice and the Research Governance Guidelines and assist the team in upholding these. Where appropriate, undergo training in aspects of clinical trials and clinical trial administration, including ICH GCP & data collection
- Work alongside research nurses in the provision of a high standard of nursing care and develop working relationships with other multidisciplinary teams and areas of the Trust involved in clinical research activity.
- Demonstrate a professional approach to work and act as a professional and responsible team member.
- Ensure clinical areas are ready for participant arrival. This includes preparing bed spaces.
- Promote, monitor and maintain a clean, healthy, safe and secure environment for research participants and staff.
- Any other duties appropriate to the grade of post, as requested by the manager
Personal/Professional Development/ Education and Development:
- Develop knowledge of clinical research in the relevant disease specialities.
- Develop knowledge of ethics related to research
- Where appropriate, undergo training in aspects of clinical trials and clinical trial administration, including ICH GCP & data collection.
- Undertake mandatory and other training as required.
- Comply with all Policies and Procedures of OUH.
- Participate in the development and delivery of teaching programs.
- Assist / educate participants in research protocols and methodologies in order to facilitate obtaining informed consent. Assist in provision of discharge and follow-up advice.
- Recognize and use spontaneous and formal learning opportunities and share knowledge and experience with other staff.
- Develop policies relating to areas of speciality/ delegated responsibilities
- Learn and employ new clinical skills as the role develops and expands under the guidance of qualified staff.
- Recognise own strengths and limitations and ask for help when unsure and thereby act as an assertive and responsible practitioner.
Management and Organisation
- Manage own workload, arranging appointments, and co-ordinating investigations and procedures necessary for a range of research trials in collaboration with the research nurses.
- Be responsible for store deliveries, ensuring stock and non-stock items are maintained at correct levels, delivered appropriately and unpacked, and that the storage areas are kept clean and tidy.
- To manage and maintain & re-supply clinical trial central lab kits and ancillary supplies.
- Encourage and facilitate good practice in others by acting as a role model.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Are you interested in research and how it can change our patients lives for the better? Are you looking for a change and want to work in a varied, dynamic and supportive team? We have big aspirations this year to put clinical trials at the forefront of our patients treatment options within Gastroenterology.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to work as a clinical trials assistant within our team of research nurses and practitioners delivering this vision for our patients. You will work in a variety of settings which include:
- Our clinical research laboratories to process biological samples
- In our dedicated research clinic alongside our research fellow
- Assisting research nurses on clinical trial visits within day case
- Endoscopy with our research nurses and practitioners, collecting biological samples and recording procedures for clinical trial purposes
If you are a hardworking, self-motivated person who would relish an opportunity to get involved in this wide ranging role and you are looking for an introduction into clinical trials, we would love to hear from you.
The Gastroenterology and Hepatology Clinical Trials facility accommodates a large number of trials both commercial and academic, with a large team of research nurses and administrators. We have an extensive portfolio of studies across both teams and share the facilities to deliver on these.
We are located at the John Radcliffe Hospital and are co-located and work alongside the Gastroenterology Day Case Unit on 6B with offices on level 5.
As a facility we look to support our staff in their continued professional development and we would be very keen to support the successful candidate with further educational opportunities while in post. A secondment opportunity would also be considered.
If research is something you have not previously considered we would encourage you arrange an informal visit to come and meet the team and get an insight into our area of work.
Main Tasks and Responsibilities
- Assist and support research nurses with accurate completion of trial paperwork and completion of trial specific databases following patient visits.
- Ensure clinic appointments/tests required for patients involved in trials are carried out according to the schedule in the protocol and assist the research nurses in booking these.
- In collaboration with the trial nurses arrange courier bookings and dry ice requests and logistics for shipment of samples to clinical trial central laboratories.
- Assist with clinical observations as required by study protocol under the supervision (or direction) of qualified staff, and participate in the care of adults requiring a range of clinical interventions, which may include venepuncture/cannulation, obtaining blood pressure (manual or electronic), recording ECGs, measuring height and weight and assisting with biopsy collection in endoscopy. Training will be provided where necessary.
- Facilitate the collection and processing of study samples (e.g. blood samples and biopsy tissue) following best clinical practice and relevant SOPs. All relevant training will be provided.
- Management of packaging, labelling and shipment of clinical samples
- Assist in the care and follow up of clinical trial patients. Where appropriate and for specific trials, the post holder may be expected to work autonomously obtaining patient informed consent to participate in a study, provide information, education and support to patients on clinical trials.
- Provide general administrative support including filing, typing, fielding telephone calls, ordering patient notes, retrieving patient test results via hospital IT systems and arrange meeting dates, times and venues as directed by management.
- Booking patient visits into EPR, managing patient referrals through EPR and printing blood results from EPR where necessary for the research nurses.
- Managing stock control of consumables and commercial study kits, and requesting orders when required.
- Update departmental databases when required, training will be provided where necessary.
- Make arrangements for pathological samples, radiological films and electronic data to be sent for central review.
- Act as first telephone contact for enquiries about trials/research and be confident to provide non-clinical advice to patients/clients/relatives.
- Support the team in preparing documentation for monitoring visits including electronic ordering of medical records, arranging suitable meeting rooms and act as a liaison when monitors are on-site.
- To have an understanding that all research must be conducted according to ICH-GCP, the EU Directive on Good Clinical Practice and the Research Governance Guidelines and assist the team in upholding these. Where appropriate, undergo training in aspects of clinical trials and clinical trial administration, including ICH GCP & data collection
- Work alongside research nurses in the provision of a high standard of nursing care and develop working relationships with other multidisciplinary teams and areas of the Trust involved in clinical research activity.
- Demonstrate a professional approach to work and act as a professional and responsible team member.
- Ensure clinical areas are ready for participant arrival. This includes preparing bed spaces.
- Promote, monitor and maintain a clean, healthy, safe and secure environment for research participants and staff.
- Any other duties appropriate to the grade of post, as requested by the manager
Personal/Professional Development/ Education and Development:
- Develop knowledge of clinical research in the relevant disease specialities.
- Develop knowledge of ethics related to research
- Where appropriate, undergo training in aspects of clinical trials and clinical trial administration, including ICH GCP & data collection.
- Undertake mandatory and other training as required.
- Comply with all Policies and Procedures of OUH.
- Participate in the development and delivery of teaching programs.
- Assist / educate participants in research protocols and methodologies in order to facilitate obtaining informed consent. Assist in provision of discharge and follow-up advice.
- Recognize and use spontaneous and formal learning opportunities and share knowledge and experience with other staff.
- Develop policies relating to areas of speciality/ delegated responsibilities
- Learn and employ new clinical skills as the role develops and expands under the guidance of qualified staff.
- Recognise own strengths and limitations and ask for help when unsure and thereby act as an assertive and responsible practitioner.
Management and Organisation
- Manage own workload, arranging appointments, and co-ordinating investigations and procedures necessary for a range of research trials in collaboration with the research nurses.
- Be responsible for store deliveries, ensuring stock and non-stock items are maintained at correct levels, delivered appropriately and unpacked, and that the storage areas are kept clean and tidy.
- To manage and maintain & re-supply clinical trial central lab kits and ancillary supplies.
- Encourage and facilitate good practice in others by acting as a role model.
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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
Oxford University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Gastroenterology and Hepatology Clinical Trials Facility, John Radcliffe Hospital
Headley Way
Headington
OX3 9DU
Employer's website
https://www.ouh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
