Job summary
An exciting opportunity for a Clinical Trial Practitioner to join full time Epilepsy Research Team at the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery (NHNN), based across Queen Square and the Chalfont Centre for Epilepsy.
Do you want to provide exceptional care and be involved in providing state-of the art treatments to patients? We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and highly motivated Clinical Trial Practitioner to become part of the Epilepsy Trials Team at NHNN. The Clinical Trial Practitioner will provide exceptional specialist clinical research skills to epilepsy patients at the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery with potential extension to the Chalfont Centre for Epilepsy. This includes a portfolio of commercial, non-commercial trials and observational studies. We are looking for an individual with excellent communication and organisational skills with attention to detail. The successful candidate will demonstrate willingness to learn and an interest in working across a diverse portfolio at NHNN and Chalfont Centre for Epilepsy.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be supported by a team of clinical research nurses and the Clinical Operations Manager. The role is ideal for highly motivated individuals who are keen to develop their career in clinical trials. The post holder will work in close collaboration with the Principal Investigator and Research Support Staff, to ensure compliance with Trust Policy, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Human Tissue Act (HTA), and trial specific protocols.
As a Clinical Trial Practitioner, you will play a key role in the successful delivery of our clinical research portfolio within the research directorate division. You will provide specialist skills and knowledge to coordinate and manage clinical trials and be responsible to provide high-quality research. Your main responsibility will be ensuring recruitment of patients, completion of trial related activities and reliable data collection as per protocol requirements in accordance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Research Governance and local Trust policies for research. You will be required to plan and manage your own workload effectively and demonstrate effective time management and prioritisation. A proactive, flexible and solution orientated approach is essential. The ability to work autonomously but in collaboration with others is essential. Strong communication and organisational skills are also essential.
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:o University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)o National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgeryo Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitalso University College Hospital Grafton Way Buildingo Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicineo University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centreo The Hospital for Tropical Diseaseso University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Please note, due to anticipated high volumes of applications, this vacancy may close earlier than the listed closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working.
To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- Science Graduate / Relevant degree in the specialty or field
- Professional registration with the AHCS
- Up to date GCP: E6(R3) Training
Desirable
- Teaching or mentor course
Experience
Essential
- Minimum two years post qualification experience
- Clinical research/trials experience. E.g. -Obtaining consent -Data entry -AE/SAE reporting
- Specialist knowledge in an epilepsy setting or in the implementation and conduct of randomised trials.
- Experience of formal/ informal teaching of patients and staff
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Proven effectiveness as working as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Demonstrates ability to prioritise workload and meet SMART objectives
- Demonstrates ability to work under own initiative
- Demonstrates evidence of professional development
- Proven knowledge of ICH GCP: E6(R3) guidelines
- Proven ability to work effectively under pressure
- Computer literacy
Desirable
- Demonstrates ability to take charge and delegate duties
Communication
Essential
- Proven ability to communicate effectively in writing
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Sets a good example / is a role model for others to follow
- Demonstrates ability to take charge and delegate duties, provide support as needed and check work
Desirable
- Experience in managing or supervising staff
Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Demonstratable understanding of the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion and/or Knowledge of the NHS obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and the Public Sector Equality Duties
Specific Requirements
Essential
- Willingness to work flexible hours (evening, weekend, or out-of-hours work may be required to meet participant or study needs) on occasion
- Willingness to work at both sites (NHNN, Queen Square and Chalfont), if required
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
Queen Square
London
WC1N 3BG
United Kingdom
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