Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Clinical Research Assistant

The closing date is 17 February 2026

Job summary

The post holder will be responsible for supporting the Haematology research team in working alongside the research nurses and practitioners in providing high standard of care, assist with and provide clinical interventions in line with the study protocols under the supervision ordirection of qualified staff, data collection and data management for clinical trials and registries running in Haematology Trials Unit and will ensure all work is conducted in accordance with theclinical trial protocol and Good Clinical Practice. This will include trials on the NIHR (NationalInstitute for Health Research) portfolio and commercially funded trials.

Main duties of the job

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.To follow agreed protocols and policies, seeking advice where appropriate from the research team and the trial coordinating centre.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.To have the capacity to work unsupervised, on own initiative and set own work priorities.To respond to requests for help and information in a polite, positive and concise mannerAssist with the day to day smooth running of the Haematology trials Unit.Develop and maintain effective communications to foster good working relationships with all key stakeholders, internal and external contacts. Deal sensitively and appropriately with all communications within the team, the trust, other trusts and external sponsors and CROs.

Please refer the Job Description (While this list is extensive, the job role can be adjusted according to service requirements)

About us

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trustis one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. Find out more herewww.ouh.nhs.uk

The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call thisDelivering Compassionate Excellenceand its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence. These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via theOUH YouTube channel.

Details

Date posted

03 February 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£27,485 to £30,162 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

1 years

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

321-SW-7597209-B4-EXT

Job locations

Churchill Hospital

Haemtology Trials Unit

Oxford

OX3 7LE


Job description

Job responsibilities

Successful candidates can look forward to working in a professional environment with a team that is passionate about delivering outstanding research to patients. There are many opportunities for personal and professional development for candidates who shine and want to progress their career within the NHS.

We would highly recommend informal visits prior applying for this role.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Successful candidates can look forward to working in a professional environment with a team that is passionate about delivering outstanding research to patients. There are many opportunities for personal and professional development for candidates who shine and want to progress their career within the NHS.

We would highly recommend informal visits prior applying for this role.

Person Specification

Technical Skills

Essential

  • Computer literate with experience of working with the Microsoft Office packages and ability to manage different databases to enter clinica data
  • Good keyboard skills

Desirable

  • Experience of Database entry

Qualifications

Essential

  • NVQ level 2 or Good standard of education to a minimum of 5 GCSE's at grade A-C or equivalent or extensive relevant work experience.
  • Required to participate in ongoing Professional and Personal Development and undertake additional training as required
  • Excellent written and verbal command of English
  • Care Certificate or working towards

Desirable

  • GCP certificate
  • A-Levels or equivelent

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working in a clinical area within Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust or other NHS organisation
  • Experience of working as a CSW
  • Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team

Desirable

  • Previous research experience
  • To have an understanding of cancer
  • Phlebotomy skills
  • Experience of data entry and clinical trial databases
  • Knowledge of current national systems and structures for research in the NHS
  • Understanding of studies operating within the Cancer department

Personal Skills

Essential

  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to organise, prioritise and coordinate workload, working to tight deadlines
  • Ability to work as part of a team
  • Excellent time management skills
  • Willingness to learn new skills and techniques
  • Ability to be flexible in organising working hours to support operational requirements (Occasional late and weekend shifts )
Person Specification

Technical Skills

Essential

  • Computer literate with experience of working with the Microsoft Office packages and ability to manage different databases to enter clinica data
  • Good keyboard skills

Desirable

  • Experience of Database entry

Qualifications

Essential

  • NVQ level 2 or Good standard of education to a minimum of 5 GCSE's at grade A-C or equivalent or extensive relevant work experience.
  • Required to participate in ongoing Professional and Personal Development and undertake additional training as required
  • Excellent written and verbal command of English
  • Care Certificate or working towards

Desirable

  • GCP certificate
  • A-Levels or equivelent

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working in a clinical area within Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust or other NHS organisation
  • Experience of working as a CSW
  • Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team

Desirable

  • Previous research experience
  • To have an understanding of cancer
  • Phlebotomy skills
  • Experience of data entry and clinical trial databases
  • Knowledge of current national systems and structures for research in the NHS
  • Understanding of studies operating within the Cancer department

Personal Skills

Essential

  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to organise, prioritise and coordinate workload, working to tight deadlines
  • Ability to work as part of a team
  • Excellent time management skills
  • Willingness to learn new skills and techniques
  • Ability to be flexible in organising working hours to support operational requirements (Occasional late and weekend shifts )

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).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

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).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Churchill Hospital

Haemtology Trials Unit

Oxford

OX3 7LE


Employer's website

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


Employer details

Employer name

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Churchill Hospital

Haemtology Trials Unit

Oxford

OX3 7LE


Employer's website

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


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

R&D Service Manager

Rashmi Mishra

rashmi.mishra@ouh.nhs.uk

Details

Date posted

03 February 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£27,485 to £30,162 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

1 years

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

321-SW-7597209-B4-EXT

Job locations

Churchill Hospital

Haemtology Trials Unit

Oxford

OX3 7LE


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