Clinical Research Assistant

Bradford District Care Nhs Foundation Trust; Aberford; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellbeing support packages

Internal and external development and

Learning opportunities

Increase mileage rates for > 4500

Defence Employer Recognition Scheme –

Job summary

Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a motivated individual to support delivery of clinical research studies. You will recruit participants, coordinate visits, collect data and ensure studies meet high standards.

You will collaborate with clinical teams, maintain data integrity and support governance and audits, while working Monday to Friday 9-5 with a focus on patient care and research delivery.

Qualifications

• A level/NVQ Level 3 qualification in Administration Health or Science or equivalent experience in the same areas.
• Evidence of continuing professional development and willingness to undertake further training.
• Degree/ higher education or equivalent
• Good Clinical Practice certificate (GCP)
• Awareness or training in Informed Consent with Adults Lacking Capacity.
• Relevant clinical experience in a patient-facing healthcare clinical role OR proven, relevant experience as an administrator working within busy environments, dealing with people at all levels and contributing in a positive, proactive manner.
• Evidence of comprehensive administrative experience including the use of Microsoft Office software (including Word, Excel, Power-point and Outlook)
• Proven experience of working independently on projects/tasks, ability to work as a team member & on own initiative.
• Understanding of confidentiality issues Ability to support and educate colleagues, patients and carers.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with relevant departments to streamline trial setup, promote NIHR studies with clinical services and/or within the communities, and attend clinical meetings.
• Screening medical records against strict protocols, identify eligible patients, obtain informed consent, and handle electronic randomisation.
• Schedule appointments, prepare visit documents/equipment, record vital observations (BP, heart rate, temperature), and safely transport and process blood samples.
• Accurately transcribe data from medical records into electronic or paper Case Report Forms (CRFs) and resolve data queries.
• Maintain strict compliance with ICH-GCP guidelines, update SOPs, and manage site files for audits.
• Act as a flexible team player across a Monday-Friday 9-5 service, managing stakeholder enquiries with confidentiality.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Organisational skills

Professionalism

Team collaboration

Clinical research governance knowledge

Education

A level/NVQ Level 3 in Administration Health or Science

GCP certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job summary

Help shape the future of healthcare through research.

We're looking for a motivated and organised individual to support the delivery of clinical research studies. You'll work closely with research teams, healthcare professionals and patients to help recruit participants, coordinate study visits, collect and manage data, and ensure studies are delivered to the highest standards.

What you'll do

• Support the set-up and promotion of clinical research studies.
• Identify and recruit eligible participants.
• Coordinate appointments, questionnaires and study procedures.
• Collect, maintain and process research data and documentation.
• Work collaboratively with clinical teams to ensure excellent participant care.
• Support audits, governance requirements and study compliance.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with excellent attention to detail, strong communication skills and a passion for improving patient outcomes through research.

Main duties of the job

• To collaborate with relevant departments to streamline trial setup, promote NIHR studies with clinical services and/or within the communities, and attend clinical meetings.
• Screening medical records against strict protocols, identify eligible patients, obtain informed consent, and handle electronic randomisation.
• To schedule appointments, prepare visit documents/equipment, record vital observations (BP, heart rate, temperature), and safely Transport and process blood samples.
• To accurately transcribe data from medical records into electronic or paper Case Report Forms (CRFs) and resolve data queries.
• To Maintain strict compliance with ICH-GCP guidelines, update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and manage site files for audits.
• To act as a flexible team player across a Monday-Friday 9-5 service, managing stakeholder enquiries with confidentiality.

About us

Everything we do is underpinned by our core values:

• We Care – We act with respect and empathy, and always value difference
• We Listen – We understand people's views and respond to their individual needs
• We Deliver – We develop and provide excellent services and support our partners

We will consider a variety of flexible working arrangements to enable staff to balance their work and home lives and support staff by offering a fantastic range of benefits including:

• Increase mileage rates for > 4500
• A wide range of health and wellbeing support packages
• A range of internal and external development and learning opportunities
• Plus many more.

We are also proud to pledge our support to the Armed Forces and hold a Bronze Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.

BDCFT is dedicated to environmental and social sustainability by delivering on the commitments within our Green Plan. All staff are actively encouraged and supported to participate in training and to identify and implement sustainable quality improvement across all service areas and activities.

Please note that the Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy before the closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received. It is in the candidate's best interest to apply as soon as possible.

Job responsibilities

Please read the attached Job description and person specification for more details about this role.

Right to Work in the UK

Applicants should be aware that for any individual who requires a visa to work in the UK, the Trust provides sponsorship for registered healthcare practitioner roles only. This is an essential requirement of the role, and the Trust is unable to offer you a role if you are unable to meet Trust requirements for sponsorship and Home Office requirements for a visa.

Prior to your appointment you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work and reside in the UK. During your continued employment with the Trust, you have a personal responsibility to notify your manager as soon as possible should there be any changes to your right to work status.

Regrettably, if the role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Trusts eligibility criteria, the Trust are unable to extend your employment beyond the expiration of your current visa. The Trust is not responsible or liable for ensuring that your employment continues after this period.

As a condition of continuous employment, it essential you maintain the legal right to work in the United Kingdom throughout the duration of your employment with Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust (BDCFT). Any change in your right-to-work status, including but not limited to visa expiration, revocation, or denial of renewal, may impact your eligibility for employment with the Trust. It is your responsibility to promptly inform your Line Manager of any changes in your right-to-work status immediately and to provide necessary documentation for verification purposes. Failure to obtain or renew your visa in a timely manner is a breach of employment conditions and will result in termination of your employment. We appreciate your attention to this matter and your commitment to fulfilling this requirement promptly.

Person Specification

Qualification and Training

Essential

• A level/NVQ Level 3 qualification in Administration Health or Science or equivalent experience in the same areas.
• Evidence of continuing professional development and willingness to undertake further training.

Desirable

• Degree/ higher education or equivalent
• Good Clinical Practice certificate (GCP)
• Awareness or training in Informed Consent with Adults Lacking Capacity.

Experience

Essential

• Relevant clinical experience in a patient-facing healthcare clinical role OR proven, relevant experience as an administrator working within busy environments, dealing with people at all levels and contributing in a positive, proactive manner.
• Evidence of comprehensive administrative experience including the use of Microsoft Office software (including Word, Excel, Power-point and Outlook)
• Proven experience of working independently on projects/tasks, ability to work as a team member & on own initiative.

Desirable

• Understanding of clinical research governance process

Knowledge

Essential

• Foundational knowledge of how research is delivered in NHS.
• An understanding of confidentiality issues Ability to support and educate colleagues, patients and carers.

Desirable

• Understanding of clinical research governance process

Skills

Essential

• Good Literacy skills & attention to detail.
• Able to prioritise and manage time effectively.
• Well-developed organisational skills and ability to multi-task, working accurately, particularly when dealing with conflicting deadlines & adapt to changing circumstances.
• Professional attitude to work, diplomatic and calm under pressure.
• Participate in and contribute to team discussions.

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.

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.