Research Assistant
An opportunity has arisen within The Research and Innovation Clinical Delivery Team at Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust for an enthusiastic and conscientious individual to undertake the role of a Band 3 Research Assistant.
This exciting role will see the post holder contributing to a variety of research studies whilst supporting clinical teams in providing access to research opportunities for their patients.
Responsibilities
* Support the delivery of the research pathway for patients who are participating in cutting edge research studies and clinical trials.
* Screen potential participants, carry out research protocol tasks, monitor patients undergoing research interventions and collect & document accurate data in accordance with the research protocol and Good Clinical Practice guidelines.
* Utilise a range of clinical and communication skills, working across various clinical departments within the Trust.
* Carry out delegated tasks in line with research protocols, Good Clinical Practice, relevant regulations and Trust policies under guidance of the senior research team.
* Ensure research participants receive appropriate care and all study requirements are met.
* Organise workload and manage time effectively to meet patient needs, team objectives and research performance targets.
* Maintain confidentiality, obtain informed consent and assist with measuring and recording vital signs, reporting abnormal results to senior staff.
* Communicate with patients to obtain blood and urine samples using aseptic techniques, preparing and processing samples in the laboratory and packaging for courier transport as per established procedures.
The post-holder will contribute to the delivery and administration of research activity at GWHFT under the direction and supervision of a senior member of the Research and Innovation team, practicing in accordance with Trust standards and operating within the role’s boundaries and assessed competencies.
Please see attached full Job Description.
This advert closes on Wednesday 15 Apr 2026.
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