Clinical Research Technician

Quotient Sciences; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training

Career progression

Supportive environment

Job summary

Quotient Sciences is seeking a Clinical Research Technician in the UK to support volunteers through clinical trials. No prior clinical experience is required as comprehensive training is provided.

The role is full-time with 24/7 shift rotation, including days, nights, and weekends, in a welcoming, patient-focused environment. You will collect data and perform clinical procedures under supervision, ensuring high standards of care and accurate records.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent).
• Confident communicators with strong interpersonal skills.
• Experience in customer service, hospitality, retail, healthcare support, leisure, or similar people-facing roles.
• Ability to follow procedures and work accurately in a regulated environment.
• Good IT skills and attention to detail.
• Enthusiastic, reliable and keen to learn new skills.

Responsibilities

• Collect and accurately record high quality study data following clear procedures.
• Carry out clinical procedures such as blood pressure, pulse and temperature checks.
• Take blood samples via venepuncture (fully trained).
• Collect and process biological samples in line with study protocols.
• Complete quality checks on electronic and paper records.
• Build positive, professional relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Deliver a high standard of care and customer service to volunteers.

Skills

GCSE Maths

GCSE English

Communication skills

Customer service

IT skills

Job description

Quotient Sciences: Molecule to Cure. Fast. Quotient Sciences is a leading drug development and manufacturing accelerator, helping biotech and pharma companies bring new medicines to patients faster. With over 35 years of experience and a track record of success, we provide Drug Product (CDMO) and Clinical (CRO) services across the entire development pathway, including formulation development, clinical pharmacology, clinical trials, and commercial product manufacturing.

Our proprietary and disruptive platform – “Translational Pharmaceutics®” – integrates Drug Product Manufacturing and Clinical Testing to eliminate silos in the drug development process. This in turn reduces costs, improves outcomes, and significantly accelerates drug development times.

Why join us:

Because every day counts when bringing new medicines to patients. Our 1,000+ experts across the US, UK, and beyond are united by science, agility, and a culture that turns ideas into impact—fast.

Have you built your career in hospitality, retail, customer service, leisure, or apeople focusedrole and are now looking for something more structured, rewarding, and with real career progression?

As a Clinical Research Technician,you’ll play a vital role in helping bring new medicines to market while providing outstanding`care and support to the volunteers who take part in our clinical trials.

If you enjoy working with people, thrive in a team environment, and take pride in delivering excellent service,we’dlove to hear from you.

The Role

In thishands-on,people focusedrole,you’llhelp create asafe, welcoming, and professional environmentfor our volunteers throughout their clinical trial experience.

Youdo not need anypreviousclinical experiencewe provide acomprehensive training programme, delivered by our dedicated inhouse training team.

Key Responsibilities:

You’ll be trained to:

• Collect and accurately recordhigh qualitystudy data, following clear procedures
• Carry out clinical procedures such as:
• Blood pressure,pulseand temperature checks
• Taking blood samples via venepuncture (fully trained)
• Collect and process biological samples in line with study protocols
• Complete quality checks on electronic and paper records
• Build positive, professional relationships with colleagues and stakeholders
• Always deliver a high standard of care and customer service to our volunteers

Immediate Life Support (ILS) training provided

This is afull-time role with 24/7 shift rotation. Flexibility isrequiredto work the following:

• Days, nights, and weekends
• A mixture of early, late, and night shifts (rota based)

Learning opportunities:

This role offersexcellentlong-termcareer opportunities, including training and progression into:

• Shift Lead and Ward Lead roles
• IV cannulation
• Clinical study setup and documentation
• Dosing and accountability of study drugs
• Deputy Clinical Lead and Clinical Lead positions

Many of our leaders started in this role — we actively support internal progression.

Skills and experience required:

We’rekeen to hear from candidates who:

• HaveGCSE Maths and English(or equivalent)
• Are confident communicators with strong interpersonal skills
• Have experience incustomer service, hospitality, retail, healthcare support, leisure, or similarpeople facingroles
• Take pride in providing excellent service and care
• Can follow procedures and work accurately in a regulated environment
• Have good IT skills and attention to detail
• Are enthusiastic, reliable, and keen to learn new skills
• Are flexible and able to work a variety of shifts, including nights and weekends asrequired

You enjoy working with the public, thrive as part of a vibrant team, and bring apositive,can-doattitudeto your work.You’resomeonewho’swilling to go the extra mile, takes responsibility seriously, and wants to build a meaningful career in a growing industry.

What we offer

• Full training and ongoing development
• Clear career pathways and internal progression
• A lively, supportive, and sociable working environment
• The opportunity to work in a fast paced, rewarding industry
• A role where your work genuinely makes a difference to the development of new medicines

Ifyou’reready for a new challenge and want a role that combinespeople skills, purpose, and progression,we’dlove to hear from you.

Please note that this position isnot eligible for sponsorship under the UK points-based immigration system. If yourequiresponsorship, we will be unable to progress your application or make an offer of employment.

As this is a permanent role, we are also unable to accept applications from candidates on a Graduate Visa.

Application Requirements

When applying for a position with Quotient Sciences to be able to work in our organization you must be aged 18 years or over and not have been debarred by the FDA. If you indicate you are under the age of 18 or have been debarred then your application will be automatically declined.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Quotient Sciences are advocates for positive change and conscious inclusion. We strive to create a diverse Quotient workforce and develop a workplace culture that provides a sense of acceptance for every person within our organization. As a global employer, we recognize the value in having an organization that is a true reflection and representation of our society today.

Specifically we will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.

This applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.

Our Approach to AI in Recruitment

At Quotient Sciences, we use technology, including AI-enabled tools, to support parts of our recruitment process and help create an efficient, consistent, and inclusive candidate experience. Any use of AI is subject to human oversight, and hiring decisions are made by people, not technology.

While we embrace innovation, our recruitment process remains deeply human. Candidates who progress through our recruitment process are supported by a dedicated recruitment contact, and many of our selection processes include in-person interviews. We believe the best hiring decisions come from real conversations, giving candidates the opportunity to meet future colleagues, experience our culture and showcase their strengths beyond their application.

We recognize that candidates may choose to use AI tools when preparing applications. We encourage the responsible use of technology to support research, preparation, and drafting. However, applications should reflect your own skills, experiences, and perspectives. Throughout the recruitment process, we assess authenticity, critical thinking, technical capability, and the unique contribution you can bring to Quotient Sciences. Content generated entirely by AI may not provide an accurate representation of your suitability for the role.