Clinical Research Assistant

Want to make a real difference and have a truly rewarding career? Join 'Team Derbyshire Healthcare' and become part of a talented, compassionate and enthusiastic workforce committed to a vision of 'making a positive difference in people's lives'.
We've been rated 'good' overall by the CQC, with some outstanding services. The CQC commented at our most recent inspection on how our colleagues "treated patients with compassion and kindness" and "felt positive and proud about working for the trust.
We are passionate about making equality, diversity and inclusion part of our DNA. We take pride in our "People First Culture" which creates a workplace where everyone feels a genuine sense of belonging, difference is celebrated, and people are comfortable to bring their whole selves to work. We value the richness that comes from having colleagues that are fully representative of the local community. We welcome people who identify as Black, Asian or from a Minority Ethnic background, protected characteristics, and with all backgrounds and experiences., We have a fabulous opportunity to join Derbyshire Healthcare's Research and Development team based at the Kingsway hospital site in Derby.
Applications are invited for a Band 4 Clinical Research Assistant based within the Centre for Research and Development at Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust.
The Research and Development team conducts National Institute for Health and Care Research Portfolio projects, clinical audit and own account research on a wide variety of mental health and service provision related topics. This post will be based within the NIHR portfolio research team.
The successful candidate will be involved in assisting in the set up and delivery of clinical research projects both Commercial and non-Commercial based., This role is varied and the suitable candidate must be prepared to be both office and community based depending on workload. This role requires clinical and administrative skills and is not a remote post. Main duties will involve:
+ General office housekeeping and administration
+ Building upon our current Research Ambassador role and Patient and Public Involvement interactions
+ Using and developing the wider teams use of IT systems such as EDGE.
+ Using own initiative to suggest developments within the team.
+ Speaking to service users, carers etc. about research and conducting clinical assessments where appropriate.
+ Collecting and uploading data for research projects according to the protocol and GCP guidelines.
+ The use of IT systems and applications e.g. Microsoft Office to ensure efficient and effective processes within the team.
+ Basic laboratory analysis e.g use of centrifuge, creating microscope slides and packaging of samples (training provided).
+ Basic physical obs where needed e.g blood pressure, ECG (training provided)
+ Development and maintenance of team intra and internet pages.
+ Monitoring and responding to the teams email inbox.
+ Use of social media for general promotion of the team/research projects and building the teams social media presence.
+ Building and maintaining professional relationships and rapport with other professionals of all levels and disciplines, service users of all ages and with a wide variety of mental and physical health issues and carers.

Working for our organisation
Join 'Team Derbyshire Healthcare' and become part of a talented, compassionate and enthusiastic workforce committed to a vision of 'making a positive difference in people's lives'.
CQC rated us as 'GOOD' overall, commenting on how our colleagues "treated patients with compassion and kindness" and "felt positive and proud about working for the trust."

We are seeking a self-motivated, enthusiastic person with strong organisational, administrative and interpersonal skills to join our team as a Clinical Research Assistant.
The ability to travel over a large geographical area is essential.
Knowledge of research methods and design is not essential but applicants must have an interest in clinical research and some patient facing healthcare experience. Excellent IT skills are also essential.
If you would like to assist our clinical research team by using your skills to support the delivery of high quality nationally funded research focused on improving patient care in the NHS, then please apply.

+ Commitment to flexible working where this is possible
+ 27 days annual leave/year plus bank holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years & 33 days after 10 years' service
+ Yearly appraisal and commitment to ongoing training
+ Generous NHS pension scheme
+ Good maternity, paternity and adoption benefits
+ Health service discounts and online benefits
+ Incremental pay progression
+ Free confidential employee assistance programme 24/7
+ Access to our LGBT+ network, BAME Network and Christian Network
+ Health and wellbeing opportunities
+ Structured learning and development opportunities, Flexible Working
As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for our service and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement whether that's job share, part time or another flexible pattern.
Disability Confident Employer
The Trust is a Disability Confident Employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you in the recruitment process please let us know.
If you require any support in completing the application form please do not hesitate to contact the Recruitment Team, , option 1, option 1 or email [email protected] and we will be happy to provide assistance.
DBS Checks
The cost of undertaking a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) disclosure will be met by the individual. The Trust will meet the initial costs of the disclosure which will be deducted from your first month's salary.
This job may close early if a large number of applications are received. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid missing your chance to apply.