Job summary
Employer heading
Research Support Assistant
Band 2
Job overview
Are you interested in working in research? We have an exciting opportunity for a Research Support Assistant job to work in the Cambridge Clinical Research Centre supporting world-class research in a variety of disease specialities such as oncology / haematology, rheumatology, renal or vasculitis. Under supervision, you will support the research service needs of the CCRC by undertaking a range of patient focused activities to support patients as they participate in research studies.
If you are organised and adaptable, and keen to learn new skills, this could be just what you are looking for.
This post involves shift patterns (not nights) as necessary to meet the service needs.
We encourage informal visits and if you have any questions please don't hesitate to contact David Dunlop our Facility manager via [email protected]
Main duties of the job
Support the research service needs of the CCRC by undertaking a range of patient focused activities to support patients as they participate in research studies.
Working for our organisation
Our Trust
Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke’s Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 12000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people – patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing ‘outstanding’ care to our patients and rated ‘Good’ overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH’s values – Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent – are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population.
CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of people’s age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.
As per Home Office guidelines, please be aware that, unfortunately, the Trust is unable to offer sponsorship for this particular position.
This vacancy will close at midnight on 6th May 2024
Interviews are due to be held on 21st May 2024
Benefits to you
We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse, day nurseries and access to a great transport system with easy access to airports and rail travel.
Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered.
We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Good general standard of education, including Maths and English to GCSE grade C or equivalent qualification/experience.
- NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in healthcare related subject/topic.
Desirable criteria
- Food Handling Certificate or training.
- Proficient in the use of EPIC
Experience
Essential criteria
- Experience working in a team.
- Previous experience of working in a health care and/or laboratory setting.
Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Health and Safety awareness.
- Understanding of infection control and potential risks of cross contamination.
- Understanding of the importance of maintaining confidentiality.
Skills
Essential criteria
- Good communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisational skills
- Good IT skills
- To be numerate
- Willing to learn new skills
Additional Requirements
Essential criteria
- The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of Safe, Kind, Excellent.
Applicant requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- David Dunlop
- Job title
- Facility manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
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