Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
The Research Assistant Practitioner will work as part of the clinical research team to support the safe conduct of research in accordance with the Research Governance Framework and Good Clinical Practice guidelines and provide assurance that the rights, safety and well-being of trial participants are protected.
The post-holder will work with the research team to provide technical, practical and clinical assistance for research projects. As a member of the Clinical Trials Team, they will provide core support within this multidisciplinary setting. S/he will support the relevant study portfolio and deliver recruitment accrual in line with performance and monitoring objectives. The post holder will be responsible for the implementation and monitoring of the clinical requirements associated with research to ensure optimum delivery of clinical trials. S/he will ensure that all research procedures are conducted according to study protocols and will be responsible for the recruitment, data collection and care of research participants with a focus on providing a quality experience.
Main duties of the job
As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients to stay healthy, when they need it most.
Job responsibilities
The Clinical Research Practitioner will support the delivery of a diverse portfolio of clinical trials, ensuring compliance with research governance, regulatory requirements, and Good Clinical Practice (GCP). They will assist in study setup, recruitment, data collection, and participant care while maintaining high standards of professionalism and patient safety. The Clinical Research Practitioner will contribute to the clinical research team work. They will support study setup, recruitment, and delivery planning, assist in identifying and screening potential participants, coordinate and conduct study visits, ensuring adherence to protocols, and maintain accurate and concise research records.
They will ensure timely and accurate data entry, respond to queries as required, handle clinical trial samples, including processing and shipment, assist in the safe collection and handling of trial prescriptions and medicinal products, support the recording and reporting of adverse and serious adverse events, and participate in audits, data monitoring, and quality assurance processes.
The Clinical Research Practitioner will perform clinical procedures such as venepuncture, observations, ECGs, and assessments. They will monitor treatment side effects and escalate concerns as necessary, obtain and document patient medical history and medication regimens, contribute to patient care while ensuring privacy, dignity, and diversity, and follow training to receive informed consent for eligible research studies.
The Clinical Research Practitioner will work in line with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and regulatory frameworks. They will maintain effective communication within the research team and multidisciplinary teams, contribute to the development and implementation of research policies and SOPs, promote a culture of safety, report incidents and assist with investigations, assist in the delivery of research-related education and training, and ensure compliance with mandatory training and participate in professional development. Candidates should have experience in clinical research or a healthcare setting and an understanding of research governance and regulatory requirements. They should possess competence in clinical procedures and patient assessment, strong organisational and communication skills, the ability to work independently and prioritise workload under pressure, and a commitment to patient-centred research and continuous learning. This role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to high-quality clinical research, supporting the advancement of healthcare and patient outcomes.
Person Specification
* Experience in clinical research or a healthcare setting
* Understanding of research governance and regulatory requirements
* Competence in clinical procedures and patient assessment
* Strong organisational and communication skills
* Ability to work independently and prioritise workload under pressure
* Commitment to patient-centred research and continuous learning
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 name
Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
185-1414-9651
Job locations
Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
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