Job overview

We have three  Assistant Research Practitioner posts available – two based at Hammersmith Hospital and one at Charing Cross Hospital, with some cross-site working expected.

This role is ideal for highly organised individuals with excellent communication skills and a positive attitude. While previous experience in a research environment is desirable, it is not essential if you can demonstrate a strong passion for clinical research.

Key aspects of the role include:

• Accurate data collection – requiring attention to detail and proficiency in a range of IT applications.
• Teamwork and independence – the ability to work collaboratively and manage tasks autonomously.
• Supporting clinical research delivery – contributing to the Trust and NIHR Clinical Research Network’s mission to improve the speed, quality, and integration of research in the NHS.
• Day-to-day coordination – assisting with biological sample collection and processing, maintaining site files, and ensuring data compliance.
• Participant safety and compliance – ensuring all research adheres to ICH Good Clinical Practice and safeguards participant well-being.

If you are passionate about advancing clinical research and want to be part of a dynamic team, we would love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

• To support the research delivery teams in the facilitation of efficient, safe and participant focused research.
• To be willing to be trained and assessed in performing clinical examinations required of the protocol, such as vital signs, ECG’s, phlebotomy and others.
• To support the delivery team in the preparation and participation of monitoring visits, ensuring both case report forms and patient notes are prepared in advance.
• To assist with the co-ordination of the patient’s journey through the clinical trial protocol e.g. requisition and organisation of any necessary investigation.
• To support the delivery team in the processing of blood samples maintaining an awareness of the organisational policies and health and safety guidelines for working with hazardous substances.
• At all times to work with a high attention to detail and ensure study data is recorded clearly and accurately on paper and electronic data capture systems.
• To have a knowledge of medical terms and acronyms in order to ensure that you have an appreciation for clinical details within research.

Working for our organisation

At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.  

Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You’ll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.

Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme.  Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities. 

We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly,  part time or job share.  Please talk to us at interview.