Senior Clinical Research Practitioner

Job overview

Senior Clinical Research Practitioner - Band 5

Are you interested in an exciting career in clinical research?

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the UK and single biggest provider of specialized services in the North West of England.

Research & Innovation at MFT is dedicated to driving continuous improvement in the care our patients receive through clinical research. We support research across a diverse range of clinical areas and deliver improved diagnostics, treatments and devices for patients in Manchester and beyond

What we’re looking for

We’re looking for a full time Band 5 Senior Clinical Research Practitioner to coordinate and deliver clinical research studies at Manchester University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (MFT).

We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual who is capable of contributing to the development of research within the Gynaecology Research Team

The  Gynaecology & IVF Research Team facilitates and supports the delivery of research across all research Domains. Some cross site working may be  required.

You will be educated to degree level or have equivalent knowledge and experience in clinical research.  You must have previous experience of working in a clinical or patient facing environment and have a flexible approach to working.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be a key member of the  Gynaecology clinical research team. They will assist in the management, co-ordination and facilitation of clinical trial activities to support delivery of current and future studies to time and target. They will provide specialist research and clinical care for participants and patients enrolling in a variety of research studies.   The post holder will work across Research & Innovation, to support research studies across MFT as the service need dictates.

The post holder will have a key role in providing and maintaining appropriate patient/ participant –focused environment within the research setting. They will work with clinical investigators and sponsor companies to assist in the management of trial protocols. They will ensure data collection is to the highest standards, facilitating the production of good quality research with a commitment to the patient’s safety and wellbeing.

The post holder will be expected to participate fully in their own personal development and review process in order to achieve the knowledge and skills identified in the competency framework and competencies for this post.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading.

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We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged.

Diversity Matters MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

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Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.