Clinical Trials Practitioner - Research & Development

The post exists to provide support for local Principal Investigators who are carrying out Clinical Trials within NHS Lanarkshire, facilitating recruitment into those Clinical Trials, and maintaining adherence to the Clinical Trials Protocols.

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• To carry out all relevant Clinical Trials duties as delegated to them by the local Principal Investigator, as defined in the Clinical Trials Protocol and recorded in the Study Delegation Log.
  
• To maintain fully up-to-date and accurate Study Site Files for Clinical Trials, where that responsibility has been delegated to them by the Principal Investigator.
  
• To contribute to targets set by national and regional Research Networks and other recognised research organisations for patient recruitment to Clinical Trials.
  
• To work with a wide range of colleagues involved in research within NHS Lanarkshire to help develop and increase the Clinical Trials portfolio within the organisation.
  
• To increase the awareness of Clinical Trials among patients, healthcare staff, clinical service providers and management.
  
• To improve the accessibility of Clinical Trials to patients, despite any social circumstances or geographical barriers to participation. This will require interaction with patients, families, co-ordinating centres, Sponsor organisations, clinical and non-clinical staff, and working across interdisciplinary boundaries.
  
• To contribute to the development and implementation of local and network research policies, standard operating procedures and working practices as required.
  
• To develop and maintain a balanced trials portfolio ensuring that this focuses on a wide variety of conditions, and encompasses both assessment and treatment Clinical Trials.
  

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• First level RGN, or appropriate health related qualification.
  
• 5 years experience post RGN registration or post achievement of relevant appropriate health qualification, and relevant work experience applicable to the Clinical Trials they support.
  
• Degree / Post registration Diploma (or working towards same) or ability to demonstrate equivalent experience to function at*degree level.
  
• Evidence of continued professional development.
  
• Developing and delivering training materials.
  
• Full driving licence.
  
• High standard of communication skills.
  
• Ability to understand the application of Research Governance.
  
• Ability to work as part of a team, utilising leadership skills where appropriate.
  
• Excellent organisational skills.
  
• Ability to prioritise and time manage.
  
• Computer literate.
  

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• Evidence of application of advanced practice skills in clinical research and applying clinical judgement providing support at all stages of the clinical research lifecycle
  
• Experience of coordinating or managing a portfolio of studies
  
• Experience of managing other clinical research staff
  
• Experience working in primary care sites
  
• Knowledge of developing and delivering training materials
  
• Comprehensive knowledge of clinical guidelines and standards within clinical research gained through experience working in clinical research in accordance with good clinical practice standards
  
• Demonstrable knowledge of the EU Clinical Trials Directive and associated UK legislation governing the conduct of Clinical Trials of Investigational Medicinal Products (CTIMPs)
  
• Ability to motivate others and work using own initiative
  
• Ability to work within a multi disciplinary team
  

Permanent

Part Time

30 Hours

Please note this is a part time post and the salary for this position will be pro-rata.

This role will be based in Research & Development within NHS Lanarkshire Wide.

Whilst this advertisement may be for a specific post(s) in a particular location, applicants who are shortlisted for interview may be considered for similar vacancies in alternative locations.

If you’re looking to find out more, then we would love to hear from you!

For enquiries regarding the application form or recruitment process, please contact Adam Thomson, Recruitment Administrator on (Please remember to include the job title and reference number in your email)

Join us and you will discover a supportive environment where you will have the chance to add to your skills and further your career.

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• A minimum of 27 days annual leave increasing with length of service
  
• A minimum of 8 days of public holidays
  
• Membership of NHS Pension Scheme, with life insurance benefits (for more information on the NHS Pension Scheme visit the Scottish Public Pension)
  
• Paid sick leave increasing with length of service
  
• Occupational health services
  
• Employee counselling services
  
• Work-life Balance policies and procedures
  

For more information on the role, please refer to the Job Description. If you’re looking for more information on the recruitment process, organisation or the services we provide, please refer to our information pack, or our recruitment webpage.