Clinical Research Practitioner

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Main area Radiology & Imaging Grade NHS AfC: Band 5 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (occasional early starts from 07:30 may be required) Job ref 321-CSS B5-PUB

Site Churchill Hospital Town Oxford Salary £31,049 - £37,796 per annum / pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 05/09/:59

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research.

The Trust comprises of four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call thisDelivering Compassionate Excellenceand its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence.

Many of our recruitment programmes useValue Based Interviewingto identify those who have the skills we seek, who share our values and who are able to deliver compassionate excellence from the outset. We know that this makes a significant difference to your job satisfaction and above all the outcomes and experience of our patients and their families. For more information about our Values and Value Based Interviewing please visit

Job overview An excellent opportunity has arisen to work with the Oxford Radiology Research Unit (ORRU) at Oxford University Hospitals NHS Trust as a Clinical Research Practitioner.

We're seeking someone with patient-facing experience- such as a nursing assistant or clinical support worker - who is keen to develop as a healthcare scientist in clinical research. A life sciences background, strong communication, and attention to detail are ideal. You'll join a supportive team and gain experience towards CRP registration.

This unique role combines hands-on patient interaction - including recruiting participants to studies, obtaining consent, preparing them for imaging procedures, collecting samples with 1-2 days a week supporting xenon gas manufacture for advanced lung imaging studies, under Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).

You'll contribute to world-leading research using cutting-edge techniques such as hyperpolarised xenon MRI, focused ultrasound, and AI technologies. Studies focus on conditions like interstitial lung disease, pneumothorax, and lung cancer.

You'll play a vital role supporting patients, maintaining records, and ensuring compliance with research regulations. Full training will be provided, with excellent opportunities for development and a rewarding career in research.

Main duties of the job You will support the assessment, recruitment, and ongoing care of patients taking part in clinical trials. Working closely with clinical trial teams and wider multi-disciplinary colleagues, you will help ensure accurate data collection and documentation in line with study protocols.

Your responsibilities will include identifying eligible participants, gaining consent, enrolling patients, and performing study procedures such as blood sampling, recording vital signs, and conducting breathing tests. You'll also provide education and support to patients throughout their involvement in research, maintaining high standards of care and clear communication.

In addition, you will receive specialist training and contribute to the preparation of xenon gas under Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) guidelines, supporting advanced imaging studies.

To succeed in this role, you will need excellent organisational and communication skills, the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, and a proactive, flexible approach. Candidates should have, or be willing to acquire before starting, a good understanding of research protocols, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and relevant regulatory requirements.

Your friendly and compassionate manner will help ensure that all participants feel respected, valued, and well cared for throughout their research journey.

Working for our organisation Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trustis one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. Find out more here

The trust comprises of four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call thisDelivering Compassionate Excellenceand its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence. These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities Please refer to the Job Description for a comprehensive overview of key duties and responsibilities.

Person specification Background/experience

• Experience in clinical research/clinical trials
• Experience in working with patients with respiratory conditions
• Experience of working in an NHS environment
• Experience of working autonomously on delivering trials
• Experience of preparing for and participating in trial monitoring visits

Qualifications

• Health related degree
• Computer Literate
• GCP training
• BLS training
• Understanding of research methods
• Ability to self-manage
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to work individually or as a team player
• Ability to work flexible hours
• Spirometry training

COVID-19: The COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment , we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. If you are unvaccinated there is helpful advice and information at Oxfordshire County Council Website where you can also find out more about how to access vaccination.

Vacancy Closures: Please note, this vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications are received.

Probation Period: This post is subject to a 6 month probationary period. If you currently hold a contract of employment with the Oxford University Hospitals, this will not apply. This statement does not apply to Medical staff or Executive Appointments.

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