The Clinical Trials support Officer will work collaboratively within the department on both commercial and non-commercial studies within a flexible research workforce covering a 7-day 24-hour service.
The post holder will contribute and support ongoing research studies, including maintaining and operating laboratory equipment, keeping laboratory books, and providing support to other researchers, such as clinical postgraduates.
The post holder holds responsibility for supporting the research delivery team in venepuncture and processing of human samples including blood and urine.
The post holder is responsible for preparing and dispatching human tissue samples as per GCP / IATA / Human Tissue and other governance-related laws.
Main duties of the job
1. Assisting research practitioners with preparation for clinical visits and taking of human tissue samples.
2. Participating in research projects and maintaining the laboratory.
3. Supporting research practitioners with the processing of tissue samples for clinical trials as per individual trial protocol, ensuring samples are processed as described and within the time limits prescribed in the trial protocol and adherence to standards of good clinical practice.
4. Liaising with external trial coordinating centres and research sponsors to ensure safe and timely transfer of samples as required.
5. Managing stock control of clinical trials consumables.
6. Maintaining clear and accurate records pertaining to samples and stock for clinical trials.
7. Supporting research practitioners in the setup and management of clinical trials.
8. Ensuring the relevant essential documentation is present and appropriately filed.
9. Being responsible for complex data collection, transcribing information into case report forms in accordance with good clinical practice.
10. Communicating effectively with patients and all disciplines of staff involved in each research study.
About us
Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is ideally situated just a forty-five minute drive from Manchester. The Trust provides services to the 445,000 residents of Blackpool, Fylde & Wyre, and North Lancashire, as well as specialist tertiary care for Cardiac and Haematology patients.
As one of the United Kingdom's largest coastal resorts, Blackpool has plenty to offer its residents - it's not just a good place to work, it's a great place to live. In addition to its bustling centre and historic seafront, the town is world-famous for its many attractions, including the famous Blackpool Tower. Blackpool also offers a number of scenic cycling routes around our local parks and across the surrounding countryside, as well as boasting panoramic views of the coast on its picturesque Promenade. Further afield, Blackpool benefits from less than three-hour connections via rail to Edinburgh in the north and London in the south.
Job description
Job responsibilities
1. The Clinical Trials support Officer will work collaboratively within the department on both commercial and non-commercial studies within a flexible research workforce covering a 7-day 24-hour service.
2. The post holder will contribute and support ongoing research studies, including maintaining and operating laboratory equipment, keeping laboratory books, and providing support to other researchers, such as clinical postgraduates.
3. The post holder holds responsibility for supporting the research delivery team in venepuncture and processing of human samples including blood and urine.
4. The post holder holds responsibility for preparing and dispatching human tissue samples as per GCP / IATA / Human Tissue and other governance-related laws.
5. The post holder holds responsibility for securely processing, storing, transferring, and dispatching the samples as per each study protocol, keeping a clear and concise list of samples taken, samples stored, and samples dispatched.
6. The Clinical Trials support Officer will contribute to appropriate data collection systems from patient data and monitoring data in relation to sample collecting and handling, in accordance with the research protocol.
7. The Clinical Trials Officer maintains source documentation and site investigators file for chief investigators and regulatory bodies in relation to human tissue collection, sampling, handling, and dispatching.
8. The Clinical Trials Officer represents and promotes the objectives of the research trial and research department to internal and external constituencies appropriately.
9. The Clinical Trials Officer will support the team in planning and organizing complex study programmes and interventions using efficient workflow schedules and maintains accurate documented evidence of the same.
10. The post holder will work closely with the senior research nurses and management team to ensure sample handling, processing, and dispatching is carried out in accordance with current research governance and legislation.
11. The post holder adheres to departmental and trust policies, health professional procedures and practices, research laws, and national guidelines.
Please ensure you have read the attached full Job Description & Person Specification before applying for this role, and for further information.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
* Educated to degree level in a Healthcare or science discipline.
* ECDL or equivalent experience of using computer systems on a regular basis.
Desirable
* Postgraduate research qualification such as MSc, MRes, or PhD in a Healthcare or science discipline.
* Microsoft Office qualification or equivalent experience, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
* Taking notes and recording information accurately.
* Knowledge and accomplishment in the processing of blood samples.
* Communication at different levels within a large organization.
* Research laboratory experience.
* Processing complex information.
Desirable
* Previous experience of supporting clinical trials.
* Previous experience of phlebotomy.
* Operation of a centrifuge for spinning blood samples.
Skills and Ability
Essential
* Able to demonstrate attention to detail.
* Able to communicate effectively and politely through email or in person.
* Able to balance competing priorities.
* Able to demonstrate active listening.
* Enthusiastic.
* Interested in learning new skills.
* Flexible.
* Committed to improving quality through research.
Desirable
* Able to demonstrate competency in venepuncture.
* Demonstration of research outputs such as papers in peer-reviewed journals.
Employer details
Employer name
Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Whinney Heys Road
Blackpool
FY3 8NR
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