Senior Therapeutic Research Radiographer
Band 7
Main area Therapeutic Research Radiographer Grade Band 7 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week Job ref 387-SPS3918-NG
Site Clinical Trials, BHOC Town Bristol Salary £47,810 - £54,710 pa Salary period Yearly Closing 05/10/2025 23:59
As an organisation we recognise the value of a healthy work-life balance. When applying, speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate flexible working, so your work life fits around your home life.
We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as they are under-represented within the Trust.
This is an autonomous role integrated within and as part of the clinical trials unit team offering the opportunity to lead research professionals and ensuring clinical trials integration within the BHOC.
To act as a senior member of the multi-disciplinary team, providing expert knowledge for radiotherapy trials. To supervise and co-ordinate radiographers/research nurses within CTU allocated to radiotherapy trials; ensuring flexible utilisation of the research skill mix to enable maximum patient recruitment. To manage a portfolio of radiotherapy based clinical research trials. To liaise closely with the trials team; the multidisciplinary team, patients, carers and study organisers to ensure effective communication, high quality care and adherence to the study protocols. Maintaining effective communication and safe working practice within a complex regulatory framework
To co-ordinate specific trials undertaken by clinicians and to collect data for those studies, providing complex information in an easily understood manner to assist in the informed consent process. Involvement in the informed consent process is an important aspect of the role as is the maintenance of accurate and comprehensive records of data derived from the research studies.
Main duties of the job
Professional Leadership and Management
Provide radiotherapy expertise within CTU, managing the research team and radiotherapy trial portfolio. Support trial setup and delivery in line with ICH-GCP and governance standards. Coordinate patient arrangements and ensure accurate communication across teams. Lead and motivate staff, support training, and contribute to strategic planning and resource management. Represent the unit in meetings and ensure effective dissemination of radiotherapy-related information.
Clinical Practice
Support informed consent and assess patients throughout trial participation, ensuring safety and accurate documentation. Act as a resource for patients and staff, promoting dignity and patient-centred care. Attend MDTs and clinics to ensure continuity. Use clinical systems effectively and perform venepuncture, sample handling, and trial-related procedures. Ensure evidence-based practice and compliance with regulatory standards.
Education & Development
Maintain professional development, contribute to audits and teaching, and support knowledge sharing across the Trust.
Other
Complete mandatory training and work flexibly across UHBW & BHOC as required.
Working for our organisation
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as ‘Good’ overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward- thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone’s throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we’re meeting our pledge.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Professional Leadership and Management
Provide radiotherapy expertise within CTU, managing the research team and radiotherapy trial portfolio. Support trial setup and delivery in line with ICH-GCP and governance standards. Coordinate patient arrangements and ensure accurate communication across teams. Lead and motivate staff, support training, and contribute to strategic planning and resource management. Represent the unit in meetings and ensure effective dissemination of radiotherapy-related information.
Clinical Practice
Support informed consent and assess patients throughout trial participation, ensuring safety and accurate documentation. Act as a resource for patients and staff, promoting dignity and patient-centred care. Attend MDTs and clinics to ensure continuity. Use clinical systems effectively and perform venepuncture, sample handling, and trial-related procedures. Ensure evidence-based practice and compliance with regulatory standards.
Education & Development
Maintain professional development, contribute to audits and teaching, and support knowledge sharing across the Trust.
Other
Complete mandatory training and work flexibly across UHBW & BHOC as required.
Person specification
Knowledge and Experience
* Substantial post registration clinical experience
* Recent knowledge/experience of clinical trials/clinical research
* Proven clinical, organisational, and managerial skills
* Ability to demonstrate clinical expertise and sound knowledge of clinical issues
* Knowledge of national developments in radiotherapy techniques/advances
* Experience working within a multidisciplinary team
* Recognised and accessible as expert in field (radiotherapy)
Skills and Abilities
* Demonstrate the following interpersonal skills – tolerance, sensitivity and empathy with staff and patients
* Ability to manage and lead and work effectively as part of a team
* Effective communication / interpersonal skills
* Evidence of management and organisational skills
* Interested in and willingness to take part in teaching programmes and lead on integrating research/trials into clinical areas
* Demonstrate an understanding of the research/audit process
* Knowledge of the current research climate and national developments
* Ability to support CTU manager in strategic planning and day-to-day running of the CTU
* Able to undertake line care & venepuncture or willingness to learn
* Ability to gain influence and motivate people
* Ability to work flexibly according to role need
* Enthusiasm for and desire to embed research within clinical practice
* Proactive in professional development for self and others
* Adhere to current Trust values
Qualifications and Training
* DCR(T) or BSC (Hons)State Registered Therapeutic Radiographer
* Post Graduate Training / Education
* Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
* Post graduate qualification in radiotherapy research, or another relevant subject
* Evidence of master’s level academic study or willingness to work towards Masters (in relevant health related subject)
We hope that you will decide to join us and become part of this exciting journey, helping us to shape our future together.
· As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application to ensure we’re meeting our pledge.
· The Trust is committed to investing in and caring for all our staff. We will support you in maintaining and improving your health and wellbeing, as well as your career development through management and training support - developing exceptional people for exceptional careers.
· UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults.
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