Job Overview
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Senior Clinical Trials Assistants to join the cancer research team and the trust‑wide research team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the delivery of high‑quality clinical research studies, supporting both participants and the wider multidisciplinary research team.
The post holder will assist in the delivery of clinical research studies, providing direct patient care alongside essential administrative and organisational support. You will be responsible for organising and managing your own workload, including the day‑to‑day coordination and implementation of delegated clinical trials, ensuring studies are conducted in line with protocols, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and regulatory requirements.
You will be expected to develop and maintain clinical knowledge and practical skills relevant to the role, enabling you to provide a consistently high standard of care to participants and volunteers taking part in research studies. Working within your scope of competence, you will deliver direct clinical care and undertake a range of clinical tasks and observations. These will include, but are not limited to, venepuncture, manual and electronic blood pressure measurement, recording ECGs, anthropometric measurements such as height and weight and some trial specific procedures.
Working for our organisation
University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.
Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.
At UHS we’re committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.
At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognising that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We’re committed to creating an anti‑racist, anti‑discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
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 the scope of competence, including:
o Venepuncture
o Manual and electronic blood pressure measurement
o ECG recording
o 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 elevate 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
For Further Details / Informal Visits Contact
lynne.dando@uhs.mhs.uk
ines.rodrigues@uhs.nhs.uk
Person specification
Qualifications, Knowledge And Experience
Essential criteria
* ‘A’ Level/NVQ3 or equivalent in a relevant subject area
* Complete Care Certificate or NVQ3/ foundation degree in Healthcare‑related subject
* Evidence of continuing professional development and willingness to undertake further training.
* Significant relevant clinical experience in a patient‑facing healthcare clinical role
* Experience of data management
* Interest in clinical research.
* Ability to work as part of a team, work under own initiative and independently outside the dept without direct supervision.
* Able to prioritise tasks and cope with deadlines
* An understanding of confidentiality issues
* Ability to work in a large, open plan office where there may be noise distractions
* Willing to travel to various locations in and around Southampton
Desirable criteria
* Degree/ higher education or equivalent
* Experience of clinical research.
* IT related qualifications
* ICH GCP Trained
* Venesection experience/ willingness to learn
Skills and competencies
Essential criteria
* Admin and clerical skills
* Advanced keyboard skills
* Advanced Microsoft Office skills
* Attention to detail
* Communication
* Concentration
* Data entry
* General IT skills
* Interpersonal skills
* Organisational skills
Trust Values
* Patients First
* Always Improving
* Working Together
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