Clinical Trials Assistant
Closing date: 14 November 2025
Band 3 – Corporate Services (Research & Development)
The Gastroenterology IBD Clinical Trials Team are looking for a Clinical Trials Assistant to support an increasing portfolio of IBD clinical trials. This role is full‑time (37.5 hours/week) on a fixed‑term/secondment basis and involves coordination, administration, and support of IBD clinical research, following Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Applicants will not be eligible for a Skilled Worker Visa; HUTH will not be able to issue a Certificate of Sponsorship.
Main duties
* Assist IBD clinical research teams with all aspects of trial administration and coordination.
* Recruit, screen, and care for patients participating in IBD clinical trials.
* Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team of nurses, physicians, and external partners (pharmaceutical companies, research networks, clinical trial units).
* Maintain accurate patient records, documentation, and trial data in compliance with GCP and trust policies.
* Provide general office support: Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook), Windows operating systems, and scientific protocol basics.
* Prioritise workload, work independently and flexibly, and respond to evolving service needs across the Trust.
About us
The Humber Health Partnership is a large Acute and Community Partnership, comprising Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust and Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. It delivers world‑class care to over 1.6 million people with a staff of nearly 20,000 across five hospital sites.
Person specification
Education and qualifications
* GCSE level education, including English.
* NVQ Level 3 in Health Care/Care (or willingness to pursue).
* Good Clinical Practice Course (or willingness to undertake).
* Familiar with paper and electronic hospital records (or willingness to be trained).
Experience
* Experience working with patients in a healthcare environment, preferably NHS.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office.
* Demonstrated experience dealing with clinical situations.
* Previous research experience and knowledge of clinical trials and GCP guidelines.
* Familiarity with medical terminology relevant to the clinical area.
Communication and interpersonal skills
* Professional, diplomatic, and calm under pressure.
* Able to work independently on own initiative.
* Team player with good interpersonal skills.
* Committed to confidentiality and professional development.
* Facilitates learning of others.
Attributes and other requirements
* Ability to prioritise workload in a changing environment.
* Responsive and flexible attitude and desire to develop knowledge.
* Willingness to undergo personal development and training.
* Flexibility in working hours to meet service needs.
* Assertive, confident, and a good time‑keeper.
* Ability to work from both hospital sites as required.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post requires a DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.
Employer name
Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
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