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The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent communication and organisational skills, a patient-centred approach, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Previous experience in clinical research would be advantageous. There are multiple posts on offer for the cancer post it would be an advantage to have experience of working closely with cancer patients. 
The Senior Clinical Trials Assistant will play a key role in the delivery of high-quality clinical research studies, providing direct patient care, study coordination, and administrative support within the clinical research team. 
Working as part of a multidisciplinary research team, the post holder will support interventional and observational studies from set-up through to close-out, ensuring all research activities are conducted in accordance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), regulatory requirements, and study protocols.
Assist in the delivery of clinical research studies, providing direct patient care and administrative support
Coordinate and implement delegated interventional and observational studies on a day-to-day basis
Organise and manage own delegated workload to ensure studies are delivered efficiently and to protocol
Deliver direct clinical care to research participants within scope of competence, including:
Venepuncture
Manual and electronic blood pressure measurement
ECG recording
Height and weight (anthropometric measurements)
Develop and maintain clinical and research knowledge to ensure a high standard of participant care
Undertake participant screening, eligibility checks, and informed consent where appropriately delegated
Conduct all research activities in accordance with ICH Good Clinical Practice (GCP), legislation, local policies, and study protocols
Identify, monitor, report, and escalate participant safety concerns and adverse events in line with Trust and research governance requirements
Coordinate study administration including:
Booking and preparing participant appointments and visits
Arranging participant reimbursement for research visits
Accurately complete trial documentation, data entry, and data queries using approved participant records and IT systems
Contribute to the set-up and delivery of new research studies
Arrange shipment of biological samples, data, and equipment nationally and internationally
Maintain stock levels of study consumables, ensuring correct storage and timely replenishment
Act as the first point of telephone contact for research enquiries, providing appropriate clinical and non-clinical information within role boundaries
Prepare for and support monitoring visits, including documentation preparation and acting as a liaison during visits
Maintain a clean, safe, and secure environment for participants and staff
Develop and promote effective working relationships within a multidisciplinary team
Act as a role model and ambassador for clinical research, supporting and guiding junior staff where appropriate
Recognise professional boundaries, escalating concerns appropriately and undertaking training to maintain competence
Participate in and deliver staff training by sharing knowledge and experience
Provide a flexible service, including 24/7 working as required to meet participant, study, and service needs
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