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Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

3mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Research & Development
    Healthcare
  • Sheffield

AI generated summary

  • You need clinical experience, strong communication skills, time management, data entry proficiency, GCP understanding, patient interaction ability, attention to detail, and compliance with trial documentation standards.
  • You will support research teams with patient recruitment, obtain clinical samples, perform measurements, maintain trial documentation, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

Requirements

  • - Proven experience in a clinical or research environment.
  • - Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • - Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
  • - Proficiency in data entry and database management.
  • - Ability to interact effectively with patients and their families.
  • - Understanding of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines.
  • - Willingness to undertake study-specific training for each trial.
  • - Competence in performing clinical measurements and tests.
  • - Attention to detail and commitment to quality in research support.
  • - Ability to maintain clinical trial documentation according to regulatory and governance standards.

Responsibilities

  • This vacancy is an exciting opportunity to support the delivery of research activity across the Renal and Vascular Academic Directorates within the South Yorkshire Regional Services (SYRS) care group.
  • This role involves supporting the work of the Research Theme Leads, working closely with investigators, their clinical teams, and providing administrative and clinical support to the Renal and Vascular Directorate research teams.
  • The post holder will be responsible for supporting the Renal and Vascular Directorate Research Coordinator and the Principal Investigators to assist in increasing the research productivity, complete data entry and actively screen lists to increase the inclusion of potential participants into trials.
  • The post holder will interact with patients to obtain clinical samples and perform clinical measurements (e.g. blood pressure, ECGs).
  • The role will involve working closely with research and clinical teams to increase patient recruitment into clinical trials.
  • The post holder will also be required to maintain holistic support for all clinical trial participants, thus facilitating a high quality research service.
  • The post holder will be expected to interact with patients and their families in relation to the requirements of the clinical trials and be able to work without supervision in some areas.
  • The post holder will assist in supporting a portfolio of clinical trials, from study set up to archiving, in accordance with clinical trial protocols,
  • laboratory manuals and all relevant regulatory standards.
  • The role will involve collecting, recording and maintaining research data records, entering activity data and extracting information from databases, providing clinical and general administrative support to the research teams including performing clinical tests and investigations, processing and shipping samples and assisting with screening and recruitment processes.
  • Clinical tasks will include, but not limited to, taking biological samples (blood, urine etc.), taking blood pressure and anthropomorphic assessments.
  • In addition, the post holder will have the responsibility of maintaining all clinical trial documentation according to regulatory, governance and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) requirements.
  • The post holder will be expected to undertake study-specific training for each trial.

FAQs

What is the role of a Clinical Trials Assistant in this organization?

The Clinical Trials Assistant supports the delivery of research activities within the Renal and Vascular Academic Directorates by assisting research coordinators and principal investigators, maintaining clinical trial documentation, and facilitating patient recruitment for clinical trials.

What are the main responsibilities of this position?

The main responsibilities include assisting in increasing research productivity, performing clinical measurements, interacting with patients, maintaining research data records, processing clinical samples, and supporting a portfolio of clinical trials from setup to archiving.

What qualifications or skills are required for this position?

While specific qualifications are not detailed in the job description, a background in clinical research, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to work independently are typically expected for this role.

Will the Clinical Trials Assistant interact with patients?

Yes, the post holder will interact with patients to obtain clinical samples, perform clinical measurements, and provide holistic support throughout their participation in clinical trials.

Are there opportunities for professional development?

Yes, the organization is committed to professional development and offers various policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives.

What type of clinical tasks will the Clinical Trials Assistant perform?

Clinical tasks include taking biological samples (like blood and urine), measuring blood pressure, and conducting anthropomorphic assessments.

How will the Clinical Trials Assistant support the research teams?

The Clinical Trials Assistant will provide both clinical and general administrative support to research teams, facilitating study-specific training, data entry, and recruitment processes.

What is the work environment like?

The Clinical Trials Assistant will work in a supportive environment that values and respects staff and the community, within a leading NHS and research organization.

Who can I contact for further details or to arrange an informal visit?

You can contact Louese Dunn, the Renal & Vascular Directorate Research Co-ordinator, at louese.dunn@nhs.net or by calling 07776546070, or Rebecca Pyecroft-Oxley, the Trust Research Matron, at r.pyecroft-oxley@nhs.net or calling 0114 271 1554.

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Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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Mission & Purpose

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s busiest and most successful NHS foundation trusts. We provide a full range of local hospital and community services for people in Sheffield, as well as specialist care for patients from further afield, including cancer, spinal cord injuries, renal and cardiothoracic services. In addition to community health services, the Trust comprises five of Yorkshire’s best known teaching hospitals. The Royal Hallamshire Hospital The Northern General Hospital Charles Clifford Dental Hospital Weston Park Cancer Hospital Jessop Wing Maternity Hospital The Trust has a history of high quality care, clinical excellence and innovation in medical research. The Trust has been awarded the title of ‘Hospital Trust of the Year’ in the Good Hospital Guide three times in five years and we are proud to be in the top 20% of NHS Trusts for patient satisfaction. We strive to promote a culture of continuous quality improvement and encourage our staff to innovate and adopt ‘best practice’ in order to deliver the highest standard of care to our patients.