The post holder will have an understanding of the principals of clinical research and be expected to develop a working knowledge of clinical research. The post holder will have the ability to comply with ICH GCP guidelines for clinical research as well as the LTH Trust guidelines and policies. The post holder will be familiar with the process of clinical trials and be willing to undergo further training as required to gain the knowledge shortly after entering the post PRINCIPAL DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY Patient support; To assist in the evaluation of patient eligibility, in liaison with other appropriate health care professionals for clinical trial entry, involving the co-ordination of tests, obtaining results and arranging transport and documentation of specific specimens as per clinical trial protocols Assist the Senior Research Nurse in development of systems and procedures for safe trials operations i.e. adverse event reporting, updating protocols, communication of revisions etc. to ensure safe operation of the trials in line with ICH-GCP standards In order to ensure requirements are being met regarding patients entering trials, you will collect data using case notes, diagnostic reports and liaison with third parties, using tact and negotiating skills, for the purpose of completing datasets on each trials patient as required Clinical Research; The post-holder will be responsible for specific aspects of trials, including the obtaining of informed consent, where there may be barriers to understanding, as appropriate and as directed by the Senior Research Nurse/Midwife (training will be given). The post holder may be required to undertake some clinical skills e.g. clinical observations, venepuncture or taking of electrogardiographs (ECG). This will be as directed by the Senior Research Nurse/Midwife and training will be given. To assist the co-ordination of the patients journey through the clinical trial protocol e.g. requisition and organisation of any necessary investigations, procurement of patient notes. Assist in the collecting, processing, packaging and dispatch of biological samples in accordance with trials protocols. Team Working; To ensure that all members of the multidisciplinary team are aware of the current trials portfolio; status of studies, and any trial amendments. To provide feedback to MDT members on issues relating to recruitment, protocol amendments and trial results. To disseminate information from Senior Research Nurse/Midwife to the MDT. Attend meetings as required by the Senior Research Nurse/Midwife and report back on findings to the rest of the team The post holder will demonstrate the ability to manage their own case-load, working as part of the multidisciplinary team. In conjunction with all members of the research team and appropriate healthcare professionals, develop a cohesive and flexible team working environment across the service. Arrange departmental meetings, including booking venues, sending out papers and taking minutes Assist the Senior Research Nurse/Midwife in the day to day operations of the Trials department helping other team members who are new to the department as required Administration; Assist the Senior Research Nurse/Midwife with the preparation of documentation for submission to regulatory authorities and follow up on progress of each trial submitted To coordinate the maintenance of all documentation required in site files, including archiving arrangements. The post holder will be responsible for ensuring that all routine documentation is processed, copied, filed and archived as appropriate where the post-holder is responsible for a particular trial in progress To assist with the collection and collation of trial data and completion of trial documentation in accordance with trial protocols. To ensure that all data entry is compliant with protocol requirements. To ensure that all trial data is submitted to the study sponsor within the specified time constraints. To manage and respond to any data queries received. To ensure timely entry of recruitment figures to the EDGE database, and all other relevant data bases, ensuring information is accurate and up to date To report monthly to the Senior Research Nurse/Midwife accrual data on all patients recruited into the study portfolio highlighting local activities that might impact on achievement of the departments research aims. Liaise with external companies, sponsors and regulatory authorities to address any queries resulting from trials in progress Assist the Senior Research Nurse/Midwife in the preparation of financial reports for trial meetings and track departmental financial income and liaise with the Finance department as required The post-holder will assist the Senior Research Nurse/Midwife in the preparation of Trials audits which are undertaken by external agencies, ensuring that everything required is made available to the auditors when they arrive on site Maintain an agreed level of supplies required across the clinical trials team and complete orders in line with departmental requirements General; To contribute to the development of the portfolio of trials. To help implement local and national and international quality standards, professional standards, recommendations and guidelines from national reports. The post holder will adhere to the Data Protection Act and maintain patient confidentiality at all times. The post holder will act in a professional manner at all times when dealing with patients, their relatives and representatives from both external and internal sources. The post holder will deal with telephone enquiries from staff, patients and carers ensuring that appropriate personnel are informed in order for actions to be taken. The post holder will be expected to represent the research team in a professional manner at meetings and events. The post holder will be expected to work to ICH GCP guidelines at all times. As a new post holder, an induction and training programme will be provided for key aspects of this role, however the post holder will be expected to take advantage of opportunities to attend meetings and workshops to enhance their knowledge of Clinical Research and patient care. The staff member will ensure that (s)he follows the Trusts hospital infection prevention and control policies and procedures to protect patients, staff and visitors from healthcare-associated infections. He or she will ensure that (s)he performs the correct hand hygiene procedures, when entering clinical areas. To undertake any other duties deemed appropriate to the role, including interaction with patients and families when this is deemed appropriate.