Clinical Research Practitioner/ Senior Trial Coordinator inBristol inBristol PUBLISHED 20 MAY 2024

The post holder will be expected to work closely with all members of the research team and multidisciplinary team within the hospital.
Job summary


An exciting opportunity has arisen within the developing Medical Research Unit. We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic individual as a Senior Trial Coordinator or Senior Clinical Research Practitioner.


Working as part of a multi-disciplinary research team, the Senior Trial Coordinatoror Senior Clinical Research Practitionerwill be accountable for the assessment, planning, organisation, and ongoing care of research participants according to the study protocol.

The work requires initiative, accuracy, and attention to detail.

You will be in contact with a broad professional group, as well as members of the public and research sponsors therefore excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills will be of equal importance.

The post holder will be a flexible, motivated team player and will have a good understanding of clinical trials, research generally, and the role of a trial coordinator.

The post holder will deputise for the Clinical Research Unit Managers and become involved in the line management, support, and training of staff as well as more complex trial developments.

Main duties of the job

The Senior Trial Coordinator or Senior Clinical Research Practitioner will be an integral part of the research team, supporting the development of a seamless research facility within the Medical Division.

The post holder will be expected to work closely with all members of the research team and multidisciplinary team within the hospital. In liaison with the Research Unit Manager, they will provide trial management and coordination.

The post holder will be involved in all aspects of trial coordination and management supporting the clinical team throughout the trial process.

About us

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities, and person specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

Job description
Job responsibilities

For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities, and person specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

  • Degree in health/research related subject or substantial relevant experience
  • Current ICH GCP
Knowledge and Experience

Essential

  • Recent and significant clinical research experience in NHS / academic / pharmaceutical setting
  • Previous research data management experience
  • Previous experience of medical terminology
  • Ability to demonstrate an understanding of, and previous experience of the clinical research process, ICH-GCP and research governance
  • Team Management
Skills and Abilities

Essential

  • Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills
  • Able to use initiative and be innovative within the appropriate scope of the job
  • Accuracy and attention to detail
  • To be able to prioritise workload
  • Excellent I.T skills
Desirable

  • Experience of leading teams (D)
Aptitude

Essential

  • Ability to communicate effectively, demonstrate patience and deal tactfully with people
  • Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure
  • Ability to work flexibly according to role need
  • Be a role model for clinical research in UHBW
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training

Essential

  • Degree in health/research related subject or substantial relevant experience
  • Current ICH GCP
Knowledge and Experience

Essential

  • Recent and significant clinical research experience in NHS / academic / pharmaceutical setting
  • Previous research data management experience
  • Previous experience of medical terminology
  • Ability to demonstrate an understanding of, and previous experience of the clinical research process, ICH-GCP and research governance
  • Team Management
Skills and Abilities

Essential

  • Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills
  • Able to use initiative and be innovative within the appropriate scope of the job
  • Accuracy and attention to detail
  • To be able to prioritise workload
  • Excellent I.T skills
Desirable

  • Experience of leading teams (D)
Aptitude

Essential

  • Ability to communicate effectively, demonstrate patience and deal tactfully with people
  • Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure
  • Ability to work flexibly according to role need
  • Be a role model for clinical research in UHBW
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 .

From 6 April 2, 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. .

Additional information
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 .

From 6 April 2, 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. .

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)
Address

Bristol Royal Infirmary

Upper Maudlin Street

Bristol

BS2 8HW

Employer's website
Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the developing Medical Research Unit. We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic individual as a Senior Trial Coordinator or Senior Clinical Research Practitioner.


Working as part of a multi-disciplinary research team, the Senior Trial Coordinatoror Senior Clinical Research Practitionerwill be accountable for the assessment, planning, organisation, and ongoing care of research participants according to the study protocol.

The work requires initiative, accuracy, and attention to detail.

You will be in contact with a broad professional group, as well as members of the public and research sponsors therefore excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills will be of equal importance.

The post holder will be a flexible, motivated team player and will have a good understanding of clinical trials, research generally, and the role of a trial coordinator.

The post holder will deputise for the Clinical Research Unit Managers and become involved in the line management, support, and training of staff as well as more complex trial developments.

Main duties of the job

The Senior Trial Coordinator or Senior Clinical Research Practitioner will be an integral part of the research team, supporting the development of a seamless research facility within the Medical Division.

The post holder will be expected to work closely with all members of the research team and multidisciplinary team within the hospital. In liaison with the Research Unit Manager, they will provide trial management and coordination.

The post holder will be involved in all aspects of trial coordination and management supporting the clinical team throughout the trial process.

About us

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities, and person specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

Job description
Job responsibilities

For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities, and person specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

  • Degree in health/research related subject or substantial relevant experience
  • Current ICH GCP
Knowledge and Experience

Essential

  • Recent and significant clinical research experience in NHS / academic / pharmaceutical setting
  • Previous research data management experience
  • Previous experience of medical terminology
  • Ability to demonstrate an understanding of, and previous experience of the clinical research process, ICH-GCP and research governance
  • Team Management
Skills and Abilities

Essential

  • Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills
  • Able to use initiative and be innovative within the appropriate scope of the job
  • Accuracy and attention to detail
  • To be able to prioritise workload
  • Excellent I.T skills
Desirable

  • Experience of leading teams (D)
Aptitude

Essential

  • Ability to communicate effectively, demonstrate patience and deal tactfully with people
  • Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure
  • Ability to work flexibly according to role need
  • Be a role model for clinical research in UHBW
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training

Essential

  • Degree in health/research related subject or substantial relevant experience
  • Current ICH GCP
Knowledge and Experience

Essential

  • Recent and significant clinical research experience in NHS / academic / pharmaceutical setting
  • Previous research data management experience
  • Previous experience of medical terminology
  • Ability to demonstrate an understanding of, and previous experience of the clinical research process, ICH-GCP and research governance
  • Team Management
Skills and Abilities

Essential

  • Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills
  • Able to use initiative and be innovative within the appropriate scope of the job
  • Accuracy and attention to detail
  • To be able to prioritise workload
  • Excellent I.T skills
Desirable

  • Experience of leading teams (D)
Aptitude

Essential

  • Ability to communicate effectively, demonstrate patience and deal tactfully with people
  • Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure
  • Ability to work flexibly according to role need
  • Be a role model for clinical research in UHBW
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 .

From 6 April 2, 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. .

Additional information
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 .

From 6 April 2, 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. .

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)
Address

Bristol Royal Infirmary

Upper Maudlin Street

Bristol

BS2 8HW

Employer's website


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