Research Assistant/Clinical Research Practitioner/Research Nurse

University of Oxford; Oxford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious university in Oxford is looking for a motivated Science Graduate, Clinical Research Practitioner, or Clinical Research Nurse to contribute to cardiovascular research. Responsibilities include screening patients, collecting informed consent, and managing clinical data. A degree in Biological Science or Nursing is required, along with strong organizational and communication skills. The ideal candidate will join a team of leading researchers and support vital studies in the BRC Cardiovascular Medicine Theme.

Qualifications

• Hold a degree in a relevant subject e.g., Biological Science or Nursing.
• Ability to work autonomously and exercise initiative in common issues.
• Previous experience in clinical research studies is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Screen cardiac and vascular surgical lists for eligible patients.
• Obtain informed consent and collect human tissue and blood samples.
• Input study data into an electronic database.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Proactive attitude

Education

Degree in Biological Science or Nursing

Job description

An opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated, enthusiastic Science Graduate, Clinical Research Practitioner or Clinical Research Nurse to join a team of internationally recognised researchers contributing to the Cardiovascular Medicine Theme of the Oxford NIHR Biomedical Research Centre. The successful candidate's primary role will be to screen cardiac and vascular surgical lists for eligible patients, obtain informed consent, and collect and prepare human tissue and blood samples from patients undergoing elective cardiac or vascular surgery.

Working across a small number of research groups, and in collaboration with Principal Investigators and research fellows, the post holder will focus on supporting studies involving the collection of human tissue samples that contribute to the world leading research of the BRC Cardiovascular Medicine Theme.

The post holder must have a proactive "can do" attitude, good organisational skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to keep meticulous records. Specific and research training will be available. Administrative responsibilities will include inputting study data into an electronic database, complying with the regulatory framework of the Human Tissue Act (HTA), compiling annual reports, and attending team meetings.

You will be required to hold a degree in a relevant subject e.g. Biological Science or Nursing and have the ability to work autonomously and exercise own initiative when dealing with common issues within own area of work. Previous experience of working on clinical research studies is desirable.

RDM Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford, OX3 9DU