Job summary This is an exciting opportunity to join the dynamic Direct delivery team at the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust. The post holder will be joining a friendly, motivated and positive research team. This role typically involves providing support to the research Team in their day-to-day activities to achieve their goals. The position is multifaceted, requiring a combination of skills, organisational abilities, and administrative tasks to support the research team in all aspects of the trials/studies on a day to day basis, Main duties of the job The main focus of the post is to support the research team in all aspects of the trials/studies on a day to day basis, including screening, assessments, follow-up and data collection to achieve departmental and organisational goals. A key part of the role will be to manage administrative duties such as scheduling meetings, handling correspondence, maintaining records, and organising research-related events and maintenance of finance records. About us We are a friendly proactive team that supports and grows its team members. Based in one of the largest general hospital foundation trusts, our research portfolio is consistently recognised for its breadth, size and quality. Date posted 25 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £24,071 to £25,674 a year per annum pro rata Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 193-7031739CORB3RES Job locations Royal Berkshire Hospital London Road Reading RG1 5AN Job description Job responsibilities You will work closely with the research nurses and clinical research practitioners within the team and wider clinical team to develop an effective research culture. The post holder will fulfil the role of research assistant responsible for supporting cross divisional research projects on a day to day basis (involving practical and administrative tasks). The post holder will be accountable for all aspects of the research process under direct supervision. The responsibilities will include data collection, data management, participant recruitment and organisational duties. The post holder will work within the guidelines of Good Clinical Practice & Research Governance and local Trust policies. You will need to demonstrate a willingness to work across organisations and within a multidisciplinary research environment. Informal visits are welcomed and encouraged. Job description Job responsibilities You will work closely with the research nurses and clinical research practitioners within the team and wider clinical team to develop an effective research culture. The post holder will fulfil the role of research assistant responsible for supporting cross divisional research projects on a day to day basis (involving practical and administrative tasks). The post holder will be accountable for all aspects of the research process under direct supervision. The responsibilities will include data collection, data management, participant recruitment and organisational duties. The post holder will work within the guidelines of Good Clinical Practice & Research Governance and local Trust policies. You will need to demonstrate a willingness to work across organisations and within a multidisciplinary research environment. Informal visits are welcomed and encouraged. Person Specification Education, Qualifications, Experience & Training Essential Educated to GCSE level or equivalent with passes at grade C or above. NVQ Level 3 or equivalent knowledge and skills gained through any combination of alternative study, employment or voluntary work (2) Willing to undertake further education. Previous experience of working in a healthcare setting Proven experience of working within a team. Desirable RSA Typing Level 2 - 3 Educated to Degree level Good Clinical Practice and EU Directive Training Previous experience of administration or clerical work. Working knowledge of NHS information systems. Experience of clinical audit Skills, Knowledge & Abilities Essential Excellent organisation skills Proven ability to prioritise and manage own workload Excellent communication skills - both written and verbal, including courteous telephone manner. Proven ability to work on own initiative. Able to work flexibly to meet service needs Clear understanding of confidentiality issues - knowledge of Caldicott and GDPR / Data Protection Act requirement Attention to details Desirable Knowledge of NHS administrative systems. Awareness of Clinical and Research Governance. Personality and Personal Attributes Essential Excellent timekeeping and a flexible approach to work. Able to participate with a rotating shift pattern Ability to produce timely accurate and useful information tailored to needs of patients Ability to work across Trust and Network sites as required to deliver the demands of the service. Person Specification Education, Qualifications, Experience & Training Essential Educated to GCSE level or equivalent with passes at grade C or above. NVQ Level 3 or equivalent knowledge and skills gained through any combination of alternative study, employment or voluntary work (2) Willing to undertake further education. Previous experience of working in a healthcare setting Proven experience of working within a team. Desirable RSA Typing Level 2 - 3 Educated to Degree level Good Clinical Practice and EU Directive Training Previous experience of administration or clerical work. Working knowledge of NHS information systems. Experience of clinical audit Skills, Knowledge & Abilities Essential Excellent organisation skills Proven ability to prioritise and manage own workload Excellent communication skills - both written and verbal, including courteous telephone manner. Proven ability to work on own initiative. Able to work flexibly to meet service needs Clear understanding of confidentiality issues - knowledge of Caldicott and GDPR / Data Protection Act requirement Attention to details Desirable Knowledge of NHS administrative systems. Awareness of Clinical and Research Governance. Personality and Personal Attributes Essential Excellent timekeeping and a flexible approach to work. Able to participate with a rotating shift pattern Ability to produce timely accurate and useful information tailored to needs of patients Ability to work across Trust and Network sites as required to deliver the demands of the service. 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. Employer details Employer name Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust Address Royal Berkshire Hospital London Road Reading RG1 5AN Employer's website https://www.royalberkshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)