About this role
Job summary
We are looking for candidates interested in building a career in research in one of the biggest oncology and haematology research teams in London. This Clinical Research Practitioner post will sit in our Lung Oncology Research Team.
After completing a fully comprehensive induction package you will find yourself leading the co-ordination of an agreed portfolio of clinical trials, assisting in trial set up, identifying patients and discussing trials with them, collecting and reporting data and supporting patients and their carers throughout treatment. Successful candidates will be excellent communicators with an eye for detail and a commitment to improving patient choices, care and outcomes.
Main duties of the job
Acting as patient and participant advocate at all times, the post holder will be expected to co-ordinate research clinics and organise study related care. They will implement and evaluate strategies to identify and assist in the enrolment of research participants. The post-holder will lead on a portfolio of research studies and perform a range of clinical assessments in line with accepted standards of practice. They will communicate proactively with the study and clinical teams to ensure good participant experience and adherence to study protocols. The post holder will be responsible for case report form completion, site file management, implementation of amendments and maintenance of databases. They will act as mentor and support for new and junior team members. They will contribute to quality assurance processes within the team. The post holder will ensure the well-being of participants by adhering to study protocols, relevant regulations and local Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
About us
We have a long tradition of clinical and scientific achievement and - as part of King's Health Partners - we are one of England's eight academic health sciences centres, bringing together world-class clinical services, teaching and research. We have one of the National Institute for Health Research's biomedical research centres, established with King's College London in 2007, as well as dedicated clinical research facilities.
The Lung Oncology Research team is based at Guy's Hospital.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification which outlines the full and detailed responsibilities of this role. More information can be gained from contacting us on the details below.
Provide excellent customer care skills to ensure patients and participants come first. Work within relevant regulations and ICH GCP (International Conference on Harmonisation and Good Clinical Practice) ensuring that the clinical trial protocol is adhered to at all times. Lead on a portfolio of trials and coordinate participation. This requires liaising with the clinical team to organise and ensure that trial specific investigations are undertaken according to the protocol, paying particular attention to accurate data collection and dissemination and version control of essential documentation.
Devise, implement and evaluate strategies for recruiting participants into clinical studies and identify individuals potentially eligible for research studies. Gain permissions for research contacts.
For specific studies post holder may be delegated to obtain consent from participants in line with Trust policy and research protocol. Organise and facilitate participant appointments and follow-up phone calls.
Update participant study and medical records to accurately document study related activity and procedures.
Ensure the confidentiality of verbal, written and computerised information.
Complete case report forms in a precise and timely manner, ensuring that all the relevant clinical data in the participants medical notes and study file is transcribed accurately.
Responsible for the maintenance of the Investigator Site Files.
Person Specification
Previous experience Essential
Experience of working in a relevant research setting Experience of working on own and in multidisciplinary team Experience of working in a patient/participant facing role with clinical duties. Experience of working on interventional studies or complex/ large scale observational studies
Desirable
Experience with electronic case report forms and computer packages Experience supervising others Experience of working on clinical trials of drugs, therapies or interventions.
Knowledge/Qualifications Essential
Degree in life sciences or related field or equivalent theoretical knowledge Evidence of continuing professional development GCP certification
Desirable
Relevant course to clinical area
Skills Essential
Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills and ability to communicate well (written and verbally), with clear and legible handwriting Ability to work as an effective team member and using own initiative Up to date knowledge relevant to clinical research and good clinical practice Excellent organisational skills for self and others - Ability to co-ordinate clinics and participant visits in conjunction with multidisciplinary team Able to conduct clinical tasks such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse and respiratory observations. Able to collect blood samples via venepuncture. Ability to acquire skills in processing biologic samples according to protocols. Ability to acquire skills in conducting ECG. IT skills, specifically in database management, Microsoft, Excel and eRecord
Desirable
Presentation and teaching skills Proficient in cannulation and serial sampling. Proficient in conducting ECG. Ability to manage priorities for others
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 Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details Employer name Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust
Address Guy's Hospital
Great Maze Pond
London
SE1 9RT
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.guysandstthomas.nhs.uk/careers/careers.aspx (Opens in a new tab)