Assistant Clinical Research Practitioner

Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Ormond Street Hospital is seeking an Assistant Clinical Research Practitioner to join on a full-time basis, supporting the NHS Children's Gender Service. The role involves conducting research, clinical assessments, and ensuring a positive experience for participants. Applications from diverse backgrounds are especially welcome.

Qualifications

• Experience in quantitative or qualitative research, preferably with children or adolescents.
• Involvement in service improvement and design.
• Knowledge of regulations like GCP, Medicines for Human Use Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Support research clinics and organize study-related care.
• Identify strategies for recruiting research participants.
• Perform clinical assessments according to accepted standards.

Skills

Quantitative research

Qualitative research

Clinical assessments

Effective communication

Job description

We are seeking an Assistant Clinical Research Practitioner to join our team on a full-time, fixed-term basis (funded until March 2027).

The successful candidate will support the delivery of a portfolio of service evaluation and clinical research studies within the NHS Children and Young People’s Gender Service (London).

Ideal candidates will have experience in quantitative or qualitative research, preferably with children or adolescents, especially those who are gender questioning. They will be involved in service improvement and design, working objectively in a highly scrutinized environment while focusing on delivering optimal care for children and young people, aligned with the new service specifications.

The post holder will:

1. Support research clinics and organize study-related care.
2. Identify strategies for recruiting research participants.
3. Perform clinical assessments according to accepted standards.
4. Communicate effectively with study and clinical teams to ensure a positive participant experience.
5. Complete case report forms, manage site files, and maintain databases.
6. Order study supplies.
7. Adhere to relevant regulations and SOPs, including GCP, Medicines for Human Use Regulations, Research Governance Framework, and the Human Tissue Act to ensure participant well-being.

GOSH is committed to recruiting based on ability and merit, ensuring a fair, open, and unbiased process. We promote diversity and inclusion, valuing all staff regardless of race, religion, gender, age, disability, or sexual orientation.

We especially welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities or long-term health conditions, and LGBT+ community members.

Our policies support fair treatment for all applicants and employees. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, a member of the Business Disability Forum, and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.

We have active staff networks supporting BAME, LGBT+, Disability, Long-Term Health Conditions, and Women’s issues, fostering an inclusive work environment aligned with our mission and values.

For more information or informal visits, contact:

Name: Sadie Hambleton
Job Title: Clinical Research Practitioner
Email: [e-mail]