Research Coordinator

Clinical Responsibilities
+ Work in conjunction with the site investigators and local clinical specialist nurses, whilst working as part of a multidisciplinary team to introduce and initiate clinical trial work in the hospital.
+ Identify patients suitable for entry into clinical trials by attending clinics and Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) meetings.
+ With other members of the healthcare team, ensure patients are fully informed prior to entry in any clinical trial programme.
+ Assist in consenting, randomising, allocating of treatment of patients as permitted in individual study protocols.
+ Ensure all relevant information is documented in the patient's medical notes.
+ Responsible for accurate completion of Case Report Forms (CRFs).
+ Responsible for the collection, co-ordination and computerisation of data generated from the clinical trials.
+ Implement and adhere to the principles of GCP (Good Clinical Practice) as set out in the Clinical Trials Regulations.
+ Set up and maintain the TMF/ISF (Trial master file/ Investigator site file) with essential documents.
+ Submit substantial amendments to the MHRA, REC and R&D and ensure all approvals are in place before implementing changes.
+ Ensure SAEs are recorded and reported in accordance with the protocol and/or sponsor's SOP.

We are seeking a motivated research coordinator at Band 6 level as a London south nervous systems network affiliated research nurse/coordinator as replacement post to work within the neuroscience division at KCH and the International Centre of Excellence in Parkinson's care and research. The successful applicant will take up a post initially until end of March 2024 and work across several sub-specialities (mainly with the Parkinson's Foundation international centre of excellence, neurodegenerative disorders and potentially with other neurology departments) to help with research and clinical trial based studies that are listed in the Department of Heath national portfolio and within the remit of nervous systems disorders. The post holder will work under the supervision of Professor K Ray Chaudhuri, (clinical lead for Nervous systems sub-speciality, London South CRN and Director of R and I at KCH) and the management of Alexandra Rizos, Neuroscience Research Manager and EUROPAR
European manager for studies and trials in Parkinson's. The post holder might also be part of the neurosciences clinical trials unit, led by Mr. K. Ashkan (clinical lead for Neuro-oncology and Professor of Neurosurgery). Some experience in clinical research and knowledge of good clinical practice is required.

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,500 staff based across 5 main sites in South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local hospital services across its different sites, and specialist services from King's College Hospital (KCH) sites at Denmark Hill in Camberwell and at the Princess Royal University Hospital (PRUH) site in the London Borough of Bromley., King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level.
We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.
King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible., + Please review the documentation on our recruitment microsite, particularly the Trust's criminal records checking policy
+ All staff have a responsibility for safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and for ensuring they are aware of the specific duties relating to their role.
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