Research Assistant Practitioner | University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

UHCW NHS Trust; Coventry; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable NHS healthcare provider in Coventry is seeking a Research Assistant Practitioner to provide clinical and administrative support to research teams. Responsibilities include coordinating research studies, obtaining consent, and managing patient records. The ideal candidate will have registered nursing competency, IT proficiency, and flexibility in working hours. Position closes on 19 Oct 2025.

Qualifications

• Registered nursing competency package and training in research procedures.
• Competency assessment for non-interventional studies and written informed consent.
• Immunisation and vaccination report required (UK occupational health or GP).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage non-interventional research studies.
• Assist in planning and conduct of research studies.
• Obtain written informed consent and manage patient records.

Skills

Registered nursing competency

Data entry

Flexibility in working times

Job description

Overview

The Research Assistant Practitioner will provide clinical and administrative support to clinical research teams, ensuring the safe conduct of research in accordance with regulatory frameworks. This role involves recruitment, patient care, data collection and trial coordination.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage a portfolio of uncomplicated, non-interventional research studies.
• Assist in the planning and conduct of all types of research studies, including patient identification and enrolment.
• Adhere to trial protocols, ICH GCP and Trust Standard Operating Procedures.
• Obtain written informed consent and manage patient records in electronic and paper-based databases.
• Carry out clinical procedures (vital signs, ECG, phlebotomy, cannulation, height/weight) and document findings.
• Collect and process blood, urine and other samples according to protocol, preparing for storage and shipment.
• Arrange safe transport of clinical samples and maintain accurate sample documentation.
• Attend multidisciplinary meetings, start‑up, monitoring visits and respond to data queries.
• Report serious adverse events and maintain study documentation in accordance with ICH‑GCP and research governance.
• Maintain study site files, archive study material upon trial closure and assist participants with trial assessments.

Qualifications & Training

• Registered nursing competency package and training in research procedures.
• Competency assessment for non-interventional studies and written informed consent.
• Immunisation and vaccination report required (UK occupational health or GP).
• Proficiency in IT applications, data entry, and use of hospital alert systems.
• Ability to comply with data protection, ICH‑GCP documentation and study governance.
• Flexibility in working times, workload management and participation in continuous training.

Application

Successful applicants will provide an immunisation and vaccination report. Sponsorship is not eligible. The advert closes on Sunday 19 Oct 2025.