Clinical Research Practitioner

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS trust in the United Kingdom is seeking a motivated individual to support the Breast Research Team in delivering clinical trial activities. This role involves advocating for staff and participants while ensuring compliance with research governance. The ideal candidate should have experience in the NHS or patient-facing roles, alongside NVQ Level 3 education. The position offers a flexible working approach and comprehensive training for personal development.

Benefits

Comprehensive training and induction programme

Tailored personal development plans

Opportunities for new research and clinical skills development

Qualifications

• Prior clinical research experience is advantageous but not essential.
• Experience of the NHS and working within a clinical or patient-facing environment is preferred.
• Educated to a minimum of NVQ Level 3 with additional relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with delivery of clinical trial activities in line with the protocol.
• Advocate for staff, participants, and their relatives at all times.
• Stay informed of research governance, ethics, and regulatory guidelines.

Skills

Clinical research experience

NHS experience

Working in a patient-facing environment

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a motivated individual to contribute to the development of research within the Breast Research Team. The Team facilitates and supports the delivery of research within MFT. The post holder will assist with delivery of clinical trial activities as indicated in the protocol and delegated to do so. Act as an advocate for staff, participants and their relatives at all times and stay informed of innovations and developments in research governance, ethics and regulatory guidelines governing clinical research.

Responsibilities

• Assist with delivery of clinical trial activities in line with the protocol and delegated duties.
• Advocate for staff, participants and their relatives at all times.
• Keep up to date with research governance, ethics and regulatory guidelines governing clinical research.

Qualifications

• Prior clinical research experience is advantageous but not essential.
• Experience of the NHS and working within a clinical or patient-facing environment is preferred.
• Educated to a minimum of NVQ Level 3 with additional relevant experience.

Working Arrangements

You will have a flexible approach and may be required to work flexible hours to meet the needs of research delivery at Nightingale Centre.

Training and Development

Comprehensive training and an induction programme will be provided. You will have tailored personal development plans with support for further training. Opportunities for developing new research and clinical skills are available and actively encouraged.

About Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT)

MFT is one of the largest acute trusts in the UK and a leading provider of specialised services in the North West of England. Research & Innovation at MFT drives continuous improvement in patient care through clinical research across diverse clinical areas, delivering improved diagnostics, treatments and devices.

Organisation Values

Our vision is to improve health and quality of life by building an organisation that excels in quality, safety, patient experience, research, innovation and teaching; attracts and develops great people; and is recognised internationally as a leading healthcare provider. We champion collaborative working, strive for transformation, and support our 30,000 workforce to pursue ambitious goals. We are committed to inclusion, equal opportunities, health and wellbeing, and sustainable healthcare through our Green Plan.