Job summary
We are looking for two enthusiastic, motivated and flexible Clinical Trials Assistants to work with our research delivery teams on a variety of clinical studies: commercial and non-commercial portfolio of research projects. The roles are primarily based in York Hospital, with a requirement to work at Scarborough Hospital when needed.
Please note: this advert is for a CTA role dedicated to the commercial portfolio of research and working primarily with the Commercial Research Team: full time/ fixed term contract for 2 years or it can be offered as a secondment.
Reporting to the Head of Research Delivery and Commercial Research Manager, and supervised by the R&D Administrator- Delivery Teams, you will provide a full administrative service including maintaining study files and documentation. Other duties will include arranging appointments with patients, obtaining test results and medical records, collating and submitting trial data, and compiling reports on trial progress.
For the right candidate, this post offers varied duties, an opportunity to acquire knowledge about the conduct of clinical trials, and the satisfaction of making a real contribution to Clinical Research.
For current NHS employees, please seek permission from your current line manager before applying for the fixed term post on a secondment basis.
Main duties of the job
Clinical Trials require very careful administration that is subject to external inspection. Therefore, for this job you must be well organised, thorough, and attentive to detail. Since other team members may be away from the office for extended periods of time, you should be able to work alone and without direct supervision.
Excellent communication skills are essential as you must be able to communicate sensitively and professionally with patients who may be seriously ill and distressed. You must also be able to communicate with staff at all levels of seniority throughout a number of hospital departments, and with sponsors, staff in the Research Network, and other NHS Trusts. As part of the role, you would need to be flexible with regard to supporting colleagues in different research specialties.
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
About us
Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:
* Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
* 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
* A generous relocation package of up to 30% of salary (capped at £18k) to support with relocation expenses for hard to fill positions where relocation would be an expectation to undertake the role fully. If you would like to discuss a potential relocation package, please speak to the recruiting department/manager.
* A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
* Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
* NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
* An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
* Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers
For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.
Date posted: 12 November 2024
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 3
Salary: £24,071 to £25,674 a year pro rata/per annum
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 24 months
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 419-6359951-CT-MG-B
Job locations: York Hospital/Scarborough Hospital, Wigginton Road, York, YO31 8HE
Job description
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net.
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements
Our Trust continues to strongly encourage our staff to be vaccinated against COVID19, this remains our best defence to protect our patients, ourselves and everyone else.
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications and Training
Essential
* Educated to GCSE level including English and Maths Grade C or equivalent
* Willingness to undertake formal GCP (Good Clinical Practice) training within 3 months of starting in post.
Desirable
* GCP trained and/or base level of theoretical knowledge of GCP clinical trial Regulations
Experience and Knowledge Required
Essential
* Relevant administrative experience
* Proficient in IT packages
Desirable
* Experience of caring for patients
* Experience of working within the NHS
* An understanding of the Y&H network aims
Skills and Attributes
Essential
* Ability to respond to day-to-day changes in work plans and prioritise/escalate to appropriate personnel
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: York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address: York Hospital/Scarborough Hospital, Wigginton Road, York, YO31 8HE
Employer's website: https://www.yorkhospitals.nhs.uk
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