Job summary The research assistant role is an essential role within the team of liver research nurses and coordinators working to deliver the non-commercial and commercial trials within the portfolio, in accordance with the principles of GCP. This will include important trials with an international profile in liver diseases that are both challenging and interesting. There are also important collaborations with various academic researchers involved in key scientific projects looking to significantly impact the future management of patients with all variety of liver diseases. The successful applicant will be an enthusiastic and motivated individual who will be responsible for assisting the scientific team to deliver the laboratory protocols that form part of the portfolio; with key focus on translational activity. Main duties of the job King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trustis recognised internationally for its work in liver disease and transplantation, neurosciences, cardiac, haemato-oncology, fetal medicine, stroke, major trauma, and Emergency Department. The Liver Clinical Trials team at King's College Hospital are inviting applications for a research assistant to work alongside the clinical trials team on an exciting portfolio of commercially funded and investigator led studies in liver diseases. Sample processing is an integral part of trials; and is a key aspect of our service delivery; with the success of all our early phase studies dependant on the quality and accuracy of the samples obtained. The successful candidate will be expected to appropriately manage all aspects of our laboratory processes, which include management of patients as per protocol requirements for sample collection; and management of the resources required to undertake the role properly. Closely supervised by the lead nurses and the senior lab colleagues, you will interact with all relevant nurses and data management team. Excellent communication skills and willingness to learn are essential qualities in the successful applicant. For this post you must demonstrate the ability to manage your own workload; understand clinical trial activity and GCP, and be able to complete trial documentation accurately and in a timely manner. About us King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reachis our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level. We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people. King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible. Date posted 14 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £31,944 to £34,937 a year per annum, inc HCA Contract Fixed term Duration 24 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 213-CORP-7124232 Job locations King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Denmark Hill London SE5 9RS Job description Job responsibilities The detailed job description and main responsibilities including the person specification are within the JD and PS pdf attached. Job description Job responsibilities The detailed job description and main responsibilities including the person specification are within the JD and PS pdf attached. Person Specification Educational Qualifications Essential Relevant educational qualifications i.e. in biomedical sciences or equivalent Desirable ICH GCP / GLP Experience / Skills Essential Laboratory skills - experience working with biological samples Desirable clinical trials experience laboratory technique - PBMC processing quality control and audit experience Personal / aptitude Essential Ability to work using own initiative, in a flexible atmosphere without close supervision Enthusiastic and able to motivate self and others Person Specification Educational Qualifications Essential Relevant educational qualifications i.e. in biomedical sciences or equivalent Desirable ICH GCP / GLP Experience / Skills Essential Laboratory skills - experience working with biological samples Desirable clinical trials experience laboratory technique - PBMC processing quality control and audit experience Personal / aptitude Essential Ability to work using own initiative, in a flexible atmosphere without close supervision Enthusiastic and able to motivate self and others 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Address King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Denmark Hill London SE5 9RS Employer's website https://www.kch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)