Salary: NHS Agenda for Change – Band 3 £24,071 - £25,674 Full-time, Fixed-term appointment from 02/06/2025 – 01/06/2026 The Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (LSTM) is seeking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to join our dynamic clinical team as a Band 3 Health Care Assistant. This exciting role offers an opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research that shapes the future of healthcare in tropical medicine. About the Role As a Health Care Assistant, you will support our clinical team in delivering high-quality research focused on improving global health outcomes. You will play a key role in assisting with patient care, collecting samples, promoting research at public engagement events, clinical administration and maintaining high standards of clinical support during research trials. The post holder will work as part of the multidisciplinary team at the Accelerator Research Clinic, an 18-bed outpatient research space, and the Human Challenge Facility, a new 12-bed inpatient isolation facility, coordinating Controlled Human Infection Models and vaccine trials within LSTM. Our clinical trials are a catalyst for the delivery and development of new treatments and vaccines, so we can continue to have a global impact on infection treatment and control. Key responsibilities include: Clinical Support/House keeping Obtaining specimens from participants and assisting in the transport of samples to the laboratory General and clinical observations of participants Documentation of participant paper/electronic case report forms Basic Life Support techniques and assisting the clinical team with the emergency procedures/ resuscitation/ emergency scenario practice as required Support housekeeping including laundry and removal of clinical waste Assist with research bronchoscopy including screening, pre-procedure preparation and post procedure recovery Complete and document screening tests Autoclaving of materials considered to be infectious (full training provided) Recruitment Attend external recruitment events and liaise with volunteers interested in participating Prepare equipment and documentation for recruitment events Be an advocate for clinical research and CHIM studies Clerical/ Administrative Duties Reception/telephone duties Filing and Archiving Assist with the participant appointment system The ideal candidate will have the following experience and skills: Demonstrable experience in care provision role Demonstrable experience in a primary or secondary care setting Familiar with all Microsoft Office products Ability to develop effective interpersonal relationships Demonstrable phlebotomy skills Meticulous attention to detail, accurate record keeping and reports For a full list of essential and desirable criteria please refer to the job description and person specification In return we offer: 30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, and additional Christmas closure days Generous occupational pension schemes Retain NHS Pension membership Government backed “cycle to work” scheme Affiliated, discounted staff membership to the University of Liverpool Sports Centre Plus, a host of additional family friendly policies Closing Date: 15th April 2025 9.00 am Expected date of interviews: 28th April 2025 Application Process: To apply for the position please click on the apply link and upload your CV and covering letter. Inclusion is central to our values at LSTM We seek to attract and recruit people who reflect the diversity across our communities, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, nationality, faith or belief, social background, age and disability. LSTM selects candidates based on skills, qualifications, and experience. We welcome conversations about flexible working and applications from those returning to employment after a break from their careers. About LSTM Founded in 1898 and the oldest of its kind in the world, the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (LSTM) is an internationally recognised centre of excellence for teaching and research in tropical diseases. Through the creation of effective links with governments, NGOs, private organisations and global institutions and by responding to the health needs of communities, LSTM aims to promote improved health, particularly for people of the less developed/resource poorest countries in the tropics and sub-tropics. Look at some of the great work we have achieved over the past year by viewing our annual report: https://www.lstmed.ac.uk/about/annual-reports-and-financial-statements LSTM actively promotes Equal Opportunities and Safeguarding Policies