Clinical Trials Assistant

Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare trust in the West Midlands is seeking Clinical Trials Assistants to join their Research Delivery Teams. You will be involved in direct patient care as well as data management for clinical trials. This position requires effective communication skills, a team-oriented attitude, and a commitment to improving patient care. The trust offers a Band 3 salary of £24,071 to £25,674 per year along with a permanent full-time contract and flexible working hours.

Qualifications

• Must have previous experience working within healthcare.
• Knowledge of healthcare research is desirable.
• Professional attitude and ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Identify eligible patients for research studies.
• Obtain patient consent as per regulations.
• Conduct feasibility assessments with the team.

Skills

Team player

Effective communication

Computer literacy

Attention to detail

Education

English and Maths GCSE or equivalent

Level 3 qualification(s)

Tools

MS Office

Research databases

Job description

Job Summary

We have two vacant positions within our Research Delivery Teams for Clinical Trials Assistants – one in the Oncology Research Team and one in the Haematology Research Team. These roles blend direct patient‑facing work with office‑based data management, enabling you to support study participants throughout their trial journey and deliver high‑quality data to the trial units.

About Us

Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust is a large acute and specialist hospital trust serving residents of Worcestershire, Herefordshire and surrounding areas. With over 7,000 staff across three sites – Kidderminster, Redditch and Worcester – the Trust is recognised for excellent patient‑centred care and innovation. We are a Timewise accredited ‘flex‑positive’ employer committed to flexible working and supporting the growth of our teams.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Duties

• Screen trust electronic systems to identify eligible patients for research studies.
• Obtain consent from patients, following GCP training and supervision.
• Randomise patients into trial arms and organise appointments for research‑specific investigations.
• Perform clinical procedures including vital signs, blood pressure, heart and respiratory rate, height, weight, BMI and collection of blood, urine and other samples.
• Process and store blood samples, prepare them for shipment, and arrange courier transport.
• Collect prescriptions and liaise with pharmacy on trial medication.
• Distribute and explain research questionnaires, diaries and NIHR Participant Experience Survey.
• Communicate sensitive information to patients and provide ongoing updates via writing, telephone and e‑mail.
• Identify and report adverse events and reactions in line with study protocols.
• Contribute to patient and public involvement and engagement activities.

Administrative Duties

• Conduct feasibility assessments for new research studies with the multidisciplinary team.
• Assist with study set‑up, initiation, maintenance, closure and archiving.
• Maintain study site files, electronic records and research management databases (e.g., EDGE).
• Enter accurate and timely data into participant Case Report Forms and resolve data queries.
• Plan, organise and participate in monitoring visits and audits.
• Ensure clear and accurate record keeping at all times.

Governance Duties

• Maintain research and office supplies, coordinate amendments and update paperwork.
• Liaise with trial units, commercial sponsors and the Research and Innovation team on regulatory and compliance matters.
• Handle financial records and petty cash for patient payments and travel expense claims.
• Attend local and national meetings and circulate relevant minutes and actions.
• Provide coverage to other team members as required.
• Coordinate equipment maintenance, calibration and repair with other departments.

Training and Education

• Trust induction and CREATE (Clinical Research Explained) training.
• MOOCs on Improving Healthcare through Clinical Research, Good Clinical Practice and Data Quality.
• Clinical skills training including phlebotomy and venepuncture.
• CASE Report Form (CRF) completion, EDGE and iPROC system training.
• Amendments, archiving and regular performance development reviews.

General Duties

• Travel between sites is an essential part of this role.
• Additional duties may be assigned in line with the role grade and responsibilities.

Person Specification

Essential Personal Qualities

• Team player, supportive of colleagues, respectful and diplomatic.
• Passionate about research, innovation and improving patient care.
• Professional, calm under pressure, and able to communicate effectively with patients.
• Committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.
• Self‑aware, honest about limitations, and seeks help when needed.
• Patient‑focused, empathetic, compassionate and enthusiastic about learning.
• Able to work autonomously and organise workload efficiently.

Experience

• Experience working within healthcare and engaging with the public or diverse backgrounds.
• Desirable: knowledge of healthcare research, NHS experience.

Qualifications

• English and Maths GCSE or equivalent.
• Level 3 qualification(s) – e.g., A‑levels, NVQ.
• Desirable: Computer Literacy (ECDL) and ICH GCP certification.

Skills & Knowledge

• Effective written and oral communication.
• Computer literacy across MS Office and research databases.
• Understanding of confidentiality, dignity and respect.
• Accurate data transcription and meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to follow instructions and work autonomously.
• Desirable: familiarity with medical terminology, laboratory skills, venepuncture.

Other Requirements

• Proficient in travelling across all Trust sites and occasionally regionally or nationally.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.

Salary and Employment Conditions

• Band 3 – £24,071 to £25,674 per year (Agenda for Change).
• Permanent full‑time contract with flexible working.
• Reference number: C9365‑25‑0313.
• Location: Charles Hastings Way, Worcester, Worcestershire WR5 1DD.

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Employer Details

Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust
Charles Hastings Way, Worcester, Worcestershire, WR5 1DD
Website: https://www.worcsacute.nhs.uk/