Research Practitioner | York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

York Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in the United Kingdom is seeking a motivated Research Practitioner for a 12-month contract at Scarborough Hospital. The role involves supporting various clinical trials, providing both administrative and hands-on clinical support. Ideal candidates should have at least two years of clinical research experience and strong communication skills. This position also offers professional growth and the chance to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Benefits

Access to NHS Pension Scheme

27 days holiday rising to 33 days

Employee Assistance Programme

NHS Car Lease scheme

Extensive learning and development opportunities

Discounts on various services

Qualifications

• At least two years’ experience in clinical research is advantageous.
• Excellent communication skills are essential.
• Ability to provide support with sensitivity and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of clinical trials.
• Provide administrative and clinical support to teams.
• Recruit and screen potential participants for studies.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Understanding of clinical research

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, motivated, and flexible Research Practitioner to join our dynamic team at Scarborough Hospital, on a 12 month fixed‑term contract. You’ll play a pivotal role in supporting the delivery of a diverse portfolio of clinical trials across the Trust, making a real impact on patient care and the future of healthcare.

Reporting to the Trust Lead Research Nurse or Senior Research Nurse, you’ll provide comprehensive administrative and clinical support, working hands‑on on several portfolio studies.

This role offers the chance to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, develop your skills in clinical research, and gain valuable experience in a fast‑paced, innovative environment.

Flexibility is key—you’ll support colleagues across different research specialties and sites, including GP surgeries if required. A good understanding of clinical research and the legislation governing clinical trials is essential, as is a commitment to our Trust values: Kindness, Openness, and Excellence.

For the right candidate, this is a fantastic development opportunity—ideal for a current Clinical Trials Assistant, someone with similar experience, or anyone seeking an opportunity to work within research. You’ll enjoy varied duties, professional growth, and the satisfaction of contributing to ground‑breaking research.

Step into a role where every day brings new opportunities to make a difference in clinical research. You’ll be at the centre of trial activity—maintaining essential study files and documentation, arranging appointments with patients, securing vital test results and medical records, and ensuring trial data is collated, submitted, and reported with precision. Your attention to detail will help drive the success of studies that shape the future of healthcare.

You’ll also work hands‑on alongside our Research Nurses and AHP's, providing vital clinical support. This includes screening potential participants, receiving consent, and actively recruiting individuals into studies—always matched to your skills and competence. Your contribution will be key to delivering a seamless and supportive experience for every research participant.

At least two years’ experience in clinical research would be advantageous, and excellent communication skills are essential. You’ll support and reassure patients—some of whom may be seriously ill or distressed—with sensitivity and professionalism. You’ll also collaborate with staff at all levels across hospital departments, as well as sponsors, Research Network colleagues, and other NHS Trusts, building strong relationships that help research thrive.

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Our benefits

• Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
• 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
• A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
• Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
• NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
• An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
• Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers

For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.

A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.

Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.

If you wish to apply for this role as a secondment opportunity, please seek permission from your manager before submitting your application.

Working for the Trust

Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co‑developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.

Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks – including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks – to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: [e-mail].

As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.

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We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE – Supporting Britain’s Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.

This advert closes on Monday 1 Dec 2025