Clinical Research Assistant

This is a unique and exciting opportunity to join the Research & Innovation (R&I) workforce at University Hospitals of Leicester (UHL).

This is a great opportunity to become a member of the HOPE cancer trials team. We have an ever changing diverse portfolio of clinical haematology and oncology trials including those exploring compounds at the early stages of development. We offer a commitment to support training and professional development needs and the opportunity to develop interests and skills in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of cancer.

There are close relationships between the Biomedical Research Centre (BRC) Themes, University of Leicester and UHL clinical areas across the 3 sites. Funding from the Clinical Research Network (CRN) will support the delivery of research programmes across all specialties at UHL., The appointee's main responsibilities include collecting, recording and maintaining data for patients and volunteers on research studies. To support research staff in ensuring the completeness, accuracy and consistency of the data in order to meet standards expected for reporting to regulatory bodies.

To provide support in clinical trials such as preparing, handling and processing biological samples, and data management and resolution, in accordance with the clinical trial protocol and Good Clinical Practice (GCP). To ensure compliance with UHL policies on data protection, confidentiality and security.

The post holder will provide the highest standards of patient care in line with research protocols and ICH Good Clinical Practice guidelines, safeguarding the well-being and safety of the patients and integrity of the data.

To work alongside Principal Investigators and the research team to assist in the delivery of a high quality research service of clinical expertise, professional advice, support, guidance and education to the multi-professional team, patients and carers within the research service.

The post-holder will ensure the highest standard is delivered to research subjects and, where relevant to their families, in partnership with all members of the multi professional and research teams.

We are one of the biggest and busiest NHS trusts in the country, incorporating the General, Glenfield and Royal Infirmary hospitals. We have our very own Children's Hospital and run one of the country's leading heart centres.

Our team is made up of more than 17,000 staff providing a range of services primarily for the one million residents of Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.

We work with partners at the University of Leicester and De Montfort University providing world-class teaching to nurture and develop the next generation of doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals, many of whom go on to spend their working lives with us.

Our purpose is to provide 'Caring at its best' and our staff have helped us create a set of values that embody who we are and what we're here to do.

Our patients are at the heart of all we do and we believe that 'Caring at its best' is not just about the treatments and services we provide, but about giving our patients the best possible experience.

About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust (leicestershospitals.nhs.uk)