About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 4Clinical Research Assistant/ Laboratory technician to post to support a range of commercial research from the National Institute for Health (NIHR) Research Portfolio.
The appointee will work as part of a team across the South London Commercial Research Delivery Centre sites (including GSTT andOxleas) and the laboratory setting at both Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Woolwich and University Hospital, Lewisham.
After appropriate training and demonstration of competence, they will run the research laboratory, ensuring samples are collected, processed, stored and shipped in accordance with study protocols under supervision,as well as handling issued reports to ensure a smooth transition of work between the laboratory and other areas within team.
In addition, the post holder will be required to undertake a number of other duties in different areas of the laboratory and research team such as preparing reagents, carrying out initial specimenpreparation, creating and maintaining study logs and responding to queries. Alongside these core laboratory duties, the post holder will contribute to clinical trial delivery, supporting research activities, data recording and trial administration.
This is a cross site role and the post holder will be expected to travel across all Trust and South London CRDC sites as a core element of the role.
Please note this vacancy may close early if we receive a high volume of applications.
Main duties of the job
Support the delivery of clinical research studiesby undertaking participant assessments and sample collection procedures in accordance with study protocols, Trust policies, and competency requirements. Process, label, store, and manage biological samplesaccurately and safely, ensuring compliance with study protocols, regulatory requirements, and quality standards. Coordinate sample transportation and shipment activities, including packaging, courier arrangements, and monitoring sample integrity throughout transit. Manage the day-to-day operation of the research laboratory, maintaining equipment, stock levels, quality control processes, and a safe working environment. Maintain accurate research documentation and data records, ensuring timely and accurate entry into study databases, case report forms, and laboratory information systems. Support study set-up, recruitment, and trial delivery activities, including feasibility assessments, maintenance of study files, and liaison with investigators, sponsors, and support departments. Ensure compliance with research governance and regulatory requirements, including Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), the Human Tissue Act (HTA), Information Governance, and Data Protection regulations. Contribute to service development and continuous improvement, supporting audits, staff training, patient and public involvement initiatives, and the growth and successful delivery of the research portfolio.
About us
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Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations:
Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development Widening access (anchor institution) and employability Improving the experience of staff with disability Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development Making equalities mainstream
Job description Job responsibilities
Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached.
We reserve the right to close the post before the stated closing date, please apply early. We do not contact applicants with the outcome of the shortlisting. If you have been shortlisted, you will receive an invite to an interview.
As a local employer and anchor institution we work closely with our community to recruit locally and we welcome applications from the widest variety of people to ensure our workforce are reflective of the local communities which we serve. We encourage all suitable candidates to apply including if you are Black, Asian or other ethnic minorities, live with a disability (visible or not) or are LGBT+. We have a number of active staff networks including Disability, LGBT+, Multicultural Inclusion and Womens staff networks to bring staff together and celebrate diversity across our whole workforce.
Please note:Information provided during recruitment and preemployment checks must be accurate. Misrepresentation may be investigated as fraud and could lead to withdrawal from the process, professional sanctions, or criminal action.
Please note:that sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route is subject to Trust allocation and UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) approval.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training Essential
Educated to "A" Level or equivalent experience Evidence of Further/Higher Educational development Must have access to a vehicle for work purposes and hold a valid European driving license
Experience Desirable
Phlebotomy skills Experience of working in a research role
Experience Essential
Experience of data management within a clinical setting Practical MLA experience in an NHS or laboratory setting. Experience of effective multi-disciplinary team working
Desirable
Experience of working in a research role
Knowledge Essential
Excellent computer skills: understanding of MS Office, data management, internet explorer and web based database systems Able to communicate clearly, both verbally & in writing, to all levels of staff within the organisation. Maintain patient & staff confidentiality at all times.
Desirable
Knowledge of ICH GCP guidelines Familiarity with patient administration systems. An understanding of research and governance and other relevant regulations relating to clinical research
Personal Qualities Essential
Enthusiastic, reliable, conscientious and motivated Ability to work effectively as part of a team Accuracy in data collection and entry Ability to prioritise and manage time effectively Good interpersonal skills with an ability to communicate with patients, clinicians and other members of the research team Flexible and able to adapt to service needs Resilience to work in a busy and changing environment Able to work at all Trust sites
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.
Employer details Employer name Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust
Address Queen Elizabeth Hospital
Stadium Road
London
SE18 4QH
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.lewishamandgreenwich.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)