Clinical Research Practitioner

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust; Brighton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare trust in Brighton is seeking a Clinical Research Practitioner to support clinical research across various specialities. Responsibilities include managing trial data, screening patients, and ensuring compliance with protocols. The ideal candidate will have a degree, extensive clinical trials experience, and strong communication skills. This role offers a supportive work environment focused on employee wellbeing and development.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Wellbeing programme

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level or equivalent work experience.
• Extensive clinical trials experience.
• Previous employment within NHS/healthcare research environment.

Responsibilities

• Screen patients for research study suitability.
• Manage patient follow-up data.
• Ensure compliance with clinical trial protocols.

Skills

Clinical Trials Experience

Communication Skills

Venepuncture Experience

Knowledge of ICH GCP

Organizational Skills

Education

Degree Level Education

Tools

REDCap

RAVE

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University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust

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Brighton, United Kingdom

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Posted:

31.07.2025

Expiry Date:

14.09.2025

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Job overview

This Clinical Research Practitioner role has been created to support clinicians conducting research in a diverse range of specialities including gastroenterology, dermatology, renal, hepatology, respiratory and endocrine.

The post sits within the clinical research team at the Royal Sussex County Hospital. Under supervision, the post holder will have responsibility for managing observational/non-medicinal designated research studies in the field of specialities including gastroenterology, dermatology, renal, hepatology, respiratory and endocrine.

Main duties of the job

Duties include managing databases, data entry, supporting successful recruitment and retention of patients, strict protocol adherence, data collection, organisation of relevant tests and procedures, assisting with screening patient medical notes for eligible patients; the collection and input of data returns, patient research trial follow up activities, liaison with external trial monitors to provide timely responses to requests for information.

Work collaboratively with the other members of the research team to support the management of clinical research undertaken in the Trust, maintaining an accurate account of own designated projects status and records as required.

Work collaboratively with multi-professional groups within and outside the NHS and develop professional relationships with other relevant organisations including non-commercial bodies and pharmaceutical sponsors that promote the delivery of quality clinical research within University Hospitals Sussex.

Working for our organisation

At UHSussex (UHSx), diversity is our strength, & we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness & experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, & can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) & a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients & staff with the same compassion & empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above & beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our candidate information pack & wellbeing programme,for staff which is extensive & designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching & training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us & throughout your career we will help you to grow & develop.We hope that in choosing UHSx you are choosing a long & happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make & feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application & the start of your journey with UHSx.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Screen patients for suitability of entry to research studies in compliance with research protocols.
• Record patient follow-up data in source documents and study case report forms as required.
• Recognise deviations from clinical trial protocol and report to senior manager/ principal investigator/trials centre any serious adverse events or concerns regarding patient safety as defined by GCP Guidelines.
• Use own judgement to resolve day-to-day queries from trial practitioners and trial centres regarding the day-to-day activity of existing trials and the set-up of new clinical trials and procedures and organise meetings.

Planning and Organisational skills

• Organise the best use of patients’ and research and clinical staff’s time when planning clinical trial patient care and arranging outpatient visits and follow up.
• Manage own time and workload to ensure efficient and timely data entry and study management.
• Ensure regular clinical trials reporting deadlines, etc. are maintained and data is collected and managed in a timely manner.
• Safeguard the wellbeing of patients by ensuring that clinical research is managed according to the UK Policy Framework for Health & Social Care and other relevant regulations such as ICH GCP.
• Ensure patient privacy and dignity is maintained when discussing or managing care of patients within clinical trials including safe handling and storage of clinical trials data or other patient identifiable documents.
• Maintain competency in required clinical skills such as venepuncture to support patient participation, support service and reduce inconvenience for patients.
• Refer patients promptly to other members of the multi-centre research team or clinical care team where appropriate.
• Request and retrieve patient medical notes as required.

Communication

• To communicate with Trust staff at a range of levels, and with a broad range of external agencies.
• To provide trial patients with required clinical trials information to support informed consent, in lay terms, and to provide them with reassurance and support.
• To communicate sensitively with patients during collection of trial follow-up data.
• To maintain good working relationships with all members of staff of the Research Department, Consultants and other clinical staff, Medical Records and Clinical Trials Co-ordinating Centres and research networks.
• To liaise with other departments e.g. pharmacy, radiology, outpatients and other hospitals to ensure protocol related investigations and assessments are conducted at specific time points to ensure continuity of care and adherence to clinical trial protocols.

Service Delivery and Improvement

· Follow policies in own role and propose changes to working practices or procedures for own work area.

· Assist in the production of standard operating procedures and work instructions to support the facilitation processes for research.

· Appraise, interpret and apply suggestions, recommendations and directives to improve services and quality.

Person specification

• Educated to degree level or equivalent level of work experience
• Extensive clinical trials experience
• Previous employment within NHS/healthcare research environment
• Venepuncture and cannulation experience
• Ability to communicate healthcare research information in an easily understood manner
• ICH GCP
• Experience with database platforms such as REDCap abd RAVE

Skills and ED&I

• Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
• Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).

Important information for applicants:

A Note on AI Use in Applications
We value the individuality and authenticity that each candidate brings to the application process. While AI tools are increasingly accessible, we strongly discourage their use in completing your application. Your responses should reflect your own voice, experiences, and motivations—elements that are essential to a fair and accurate evaluation.
Applications that rely heavily on AI-generated content may misrepresent your abilities and could result in your application being rejected. We encourage you to take the time to present your genuine self, as this helps us better understand your potential and ensures a transparent selection process.

Closing Adverts Early: In the event of exceptional interest, we may close adverts earlier than specified.

Some of our adverts are capped for a limited number of applications; therefore, the advert will close once the cap has been reached. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in the position to prevent you from missing out on applying for the opportunity.

Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.

DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check . We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.

Skilled Worker Visa: Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for the roles that meet the Visa and Immigrations eligibility criteria. For further information please visit the gov.uk website searching for Skilled Worker. It is your responsibility as the applicant to ensure that you meet this criteria.

UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications