Main area: Research, Clinical Research Practitioner Grade Band 6. Contract 18 months (Fixed Term). Hours: 37.5 hours per week. Full time; Flexible working. Job ref 436-8020222.
Site: Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust and Mental Health Hubs, Birmingham.
Salary: £39,959 - £48,117 per annum, pro rata. Salary period: Yearly. Closing: 14/06/2026 23:59.
Please note that this post may close earlier than the indicated closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received.
Job overview
The Clinical Research Practitioner (CRP) is a key member of the Trust’s Research and Development Team. The principal purpose of the role is to work with clinical teams across the Midlands to assist in identifying and recruiting participants in research studies, including service users, carers and staff. The CRP will provide support during the early feasibility stage, assist in obtaining Trust R&D approvals and other delegated tasks relating to research governance.
The core purpose of the role is to work with clinical teams to assist in identifying and recruiting participants for studies which have been adopted to the Mental Health Mission portfolio, one of which will be the COMBINER Study.
Your duties will involve supporting site file management, screening, recruitment and monitoring of trial patients, collection and documentation of accurate data and performing tests and assessments. You will also be required to develop and utilise a working knowledge of and compliance with local, national and international research regulations.
A requirement to travel to other trusts across the Midlands is essential to this role.
Main duties of the job
Please see the attached job description for details of the main duties and responsibilities required for the role.
Working for our organisation
Welcome to Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust. Our 4000 clinical and support staff help us to improve mental health wellbeing and meet the needs of the 70,000 people we serve each year. We provide a range of mental healthcare services across Birmingham and Solihull, as well as specialised services nationally. We also offer medical, nursing and psychology training and are known for our research and innovation.
Our population is culturally diverse, with areas of deprivation and a commitment to ensuring access for all. We are a team of compassionate, inclusive and committed people working together to provide excellent care. If you are looking for a place to belong and to make a real difference, join our team where a warm welcome awaits you.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For further information about the main responsibilities please view the attached job description and person specification.
We highly recommend you submit your application as soon as possible; this post may close earlier than the indicated closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received.
Person specification
Training & Qualifications
* Undergraduate degree in Psychology or equivalent theoretical knowledge
* Evidence of Good Clinical Practice for research training
* Professional registration to the appropriate body if a Nurse, Midwife, Clinical Scientist, Allied Health Professional, Health and Care Professionals Council, British Psychological Society, Registered Clinical Research Practitioner or equivalent demonstrable experience
Knowledge and Nature of Experience
* At least 12 months clinical research delivery experience in an NHS or University Institution
* Experience of working with young people experiencing mental health difficulties
* Experience of delivering concurrent research studies with minimal supervision according to Good Clinical Practice guidelines
* Experience of conducting research in the mental health field
Analytical and Judgement Skills
* Able to work autonomously, prioritise and manage own time and workload to meet deadlines
* Ability to work within and lead a team to deliver to objectives, targets and deadlines
Professional / Managerial & Specialist Knowledge
* Ability to use a variety of Trust and research IT programs such as EDGE, databases, ICE, PEPR
* Experience working within a multidisciplinary team
Personal Skills/Abilities & Attributes
* Ability to deliver to targets and timelines
* Understanding of Trust Values and able to work to these at all times
Other Requirements
* Willingness and ability to learn new skills as required for study portfolio e.g. phlebotomy and ECG
* Willingness and ability to travel as and when required
Our Trust is committed to treating individuals fairly and ensuring they have the same opportunities to fulfil their potential, even if this means doing things differently for different people sometimes. We are working to ensure our workforce reflects the diversity within Birmingham and Solihull and that our services meet the needs of all diverse service users and carers.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check may be required as part of the selection process; cases of criminal record history are dealt with on a case-by-case basis.
Please note, if applicable for your role you will be required to cover the cost of your DBS certificate. This will be deducted from your salary over 3 months. You will also be required to sign up to the DBS Update Service before commencement with the Trust. The Trust will reimburse this and you will be contractually obliged to maintain your subscription.
All successful applicants will be required to complete the Trust’s induction programme. The Fundamental (Statutory and Mandatory) training will be in an e-learning format. You will be required to complete training modules online (approximately 9-14 hours depending on post) by the end of your second week with us.
If you are successful at the shortlisting stage of the recruitment process we may contact you via email to advise you of the interview details. Please ensure you access your email account from which you applied regularly once the position has closed. Our selection process may involve more than one interview or assessment.
Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the United Kingdom (UK) are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, please ensure that you check if this role meets the eligibility criteria for sponsorship. Non-UK / Republic of Ireland candidates wishing to apply can self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship here: Browse: Work in the UK - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). The minimum salary threshold for Health and Social Care is £25,000 and for the Skilled Worker route is £38,700. If the starting salary for this role is below this, sponsorship cannot be provided.
Relocation expenses may be reimbursed subject to eligibility. The policy provides for reimbursement up to £8,000.
Please note, if you are applying for a role within Police custody, due to Police Vetting requirements you must have been a UK resident for the last years.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
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.
Application numbers
We highly recommend you submit your application as soon as possible, this post may close earlier than the indicated closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received.
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