Clinical Research Practitioner - Band 5
The closing date is 21 November 2025
Job summary
Applications are open for a Clinical Research Practitioner (CRP) to join our Research and Development team for a 12 month period to cover maternity leave.
For the purposes of brevity the term clinical research practitioner (CRP) is used to represent all health professionals working in a patient facing role in clinical research and includes nurses.
The successful candidate will have experience of working in research, on both industry and academic studies or will be an experienced nurse looking to embark on a career in research.
Main duties of the job
In addition to assisting clinicians and other members of the research team, you will support research participants throughout the research process ensuring the well-being and safety of patients at all times. You will perform study related procedures, including participant assessment, informed consent, clinical examinations and reporting adverse events. The post holder will demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills and have the ability and initiative to work independently and manage a patient caseload across a variety of trials & studies. You will be required to prioritise your own workload and be responsible for the management of a caseload of clinical trial patients.
You will be required to work autonomously and will also be responsible for identifying new research opportunities, coordinating and managing a number of clinical trials.
The post holders will also be required to work across specialties depending on portfolio requirements.
About us
Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust (SWB) serves Birmingham and the Black Country - one of the country's most culturally diverse areas. It's a friendly and welcoming place - a place where you can belong, and a place where you can grow.
We care for our patients, we care about our population, and we care about our people.
Our values - Ambition, Respect and Compassion - are at the heart of who we are. They guide us every step of the way; how we work with each other, and how we look after our patients and their families; how we respect and value the rich diversity of our team and our community.
Our Trust has always aspired to be more than a hospital, more than a healthcare provider. Our purpose is to "Improve the Life Chances and Health Outcomes of our Population." It is what inspires, drives, and unites us every day. It's what makes us unique.
We want working at SWB to feel like more than just a job. We want our Trust to be a place where you can feel you belong. A place where you feel happy, safe, and rewarded. A place where you can develop your career in whatever way you choose.When we say we're 'with you all the way' we want you to know that we mean it. Visit the SWB website to find out more about our ambitions and people plans.
Details
Date posted
07 November 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£31,049 to £37,796 a year pro rata per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
381-CO-7461871
Job locations
City Health Campus
Dudley Road
Birmingham
B18 7QH
Employer details
Employer name
Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust
Address
City Health Campus
Dudley Road
Birmingham
B18 7QH
Employer's website
https://www.swbh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
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