Assistant CRP/Research Administrator

NHS; London; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering health study team focused on twins' health, where your administrative skills will play a crucial role in participant engagement and research compliance. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research while developing your professional skills. You'll be part of a dynamic, multidisciplinary team, ensuring that participant wellbeing is prioritized and that research protocols are followed meticulously. With flexible working hours and opportunities for personal development, this role is perfect for someone looking to make a meaningful impact in the field of clinical research.

Benefits

CPD funding

Tailored personal development plans

Training in research skills

Qualifications

• NVQ level 4 or equivalent required, or NVQ3 with experience.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and clinical research standards.

Responsibilities

• Booking participants onto research studies via phone and email.
• Preparing visit information packs and providing office support.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication

Data collection and coordination skills

IT proficiency in databases and Microsoft Office

Strong interpersonal skills

Venepuncture and cannulation skills

Ability to work independently and in teams

Prioritization under pressure

Flexibility

Education

NVQ level 4 or equivalent

NVQ3 with significant experience

Training in clinical research and Good Clinical Practice

Tools

Microsoft Office

REDCap

Job description

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

We are seeking a motivated administrative professional to join the TwinsUK team, a comprehensive health study involving 16,000 twins across the UK. The role involves booking participants onto research studies via phone, email, and post, preparing visit information packs, and providing office-based support.

The post holder will occasionally explain study procedures to participants, ensuring research complies with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and safeguarding participant wellbeing.

Interaction with participants and multidisciplinary teams will be frequent, requiring a professional approach, initiative, and teamwork. Excellent communication skills are essential, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively to build trust and confidence is required.

The role is primarily administrative but demands flexibility and adaptability to meet study needs.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early depending on interest.

Main duties of the job

Refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for detailed responsibilities and requirements.

About us

TwinsUK is the UK's largest adult twin registry, established in 1992 by Professor Tim Spector from King's College London. It investigates the genetic and environmental basis of various diseases, with over 15,000 twins participating. The cohort is highly genotyped and phenotyped, supporting diverse research areas.

The role offers opportunities for professional growth, including CPD funding, tailored personal development plans, and training in research skills. The usual working hours are Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm, with occasional flexibility for outside appointments.

Research Focus

The research includes genetics of metabolic syndrome, cardiovascular disease, musculoskeletal health, aging, vision, and microbiome effects on health.

Job responsibilities

See attached Job Description and Person Specification for detailed duties.

Person Specification

Knowledge/Qualifications

• NVQ level 4 or equivalent, or NVQ3 with significant experience
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Training in clinical research and Good Clinical Practice
• Understanding of standards for clinical research (GCP, UK Policy for Health and Social Care research, data protection)

Previous Experience

• Experience in healthcare or clinical research with patient/public communication or a biomedical degree with public-facing experience
• Experience working in multidisciplinary teams
• Basic clinical skills (e.g., measurements)
• Experience caring for participants professionally
• Experience in clinical trials or related interventions

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication, with clear handwriting
• Ability to work independently and in teams
• Data collection and coordination skills in line with SOPs
• Understanding and adherence to research protocols
• Prioritization under pressure, flexibility
• IT proficiency in databases, Microsoft Office, REDCap
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Venepuncture and cannulation skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This position requires a DBS check due to its nature involving participant care.

Salary: £31,944 to £34,937 per year (pro-rata for part-time).