Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, motivated, and flexible Clinical Research Practitioner to join our dynamic research team at The Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton. You’ll play a pivotal role in supporting the delivery of a diverse portfolio of clinical trials in the Trust, making a real impact on patient care and the future of healthcare.
Reporting to the Senior Research Nurse, you’ll provide comprehensive administrative and clinical support, working hands-on on several portfolio studies.
This role offers the chance to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, develop your skills in clinical research, and gain valuable experience in a fast-paced, innovative environment.
Possessing a good understanding of clinical research and the legislation governing clinical trials is essential, as is a commitment to our Trust values: where we put the interests of our patients first and foremost using our values, Compassion, Inclusive and Respectful.
Please note: This role does not meet the minimum criteria for visa sponsorship under the current UK immigration rules, which set specific salary and skill thresholds. As such, we are unable to provide sponsorship for this post. Applicants will therefore need to already have the right to work in the UK to be considered. We include this information at the outset to provide clarity and avoid unnecessary inconvenience for applicants.
Main duties of the job
1. Work autonomously and manage a caseload of clinical trial participants whilst working as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
2. Maintain effective communication with people who use our services, carers and professionals to ensure high quality service delivery
3. Identify suitable individuals for entry into clinical trials
4. Maintain accurate documentation of participants events in progress notes
5. Ensure people who use our services are fully informed prior to entry into clinical trial programmes
6. Provide ongoing information, education and support to participants (and their significant others) regarding clinical trials
7. Ensure that trial specific investigations are undertaken as required by the trial protocol and obtain results in order to establish eligibility and safety to enter the trial
8. Act as a primary contact point for the trial participant
9. Maintain accurate participants’ trial documentation, complete Case Report Forms, including the use of electronic data capture systems and ensure relevant information is recorded in participant’s notes.
10. Perform phlebotomy and other clinical procedures as required by trial protocols, ensure the safe handling, storage and transportation of samples
Working for our organisation
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
Candidate Pack
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you will need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that you are even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, you will need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information you will need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Person specification
Experience/ Qualifications
Essential criteria
11. NVQ level 3 or equivalent
12. 5 GCSEs including English and maths grade C or above or equivalent
13. Significant relevant clinical experience in patient facing healthcare role, in the NHS
14. Clinical skills, including venepuncture, perform ECG's and vital signs
Desirable criteria
15. Good Clinical Practise training/knowledge
16. Prior experience of working within a research environment
17. Knowledge of electronic patient record systems
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential criteria
18. Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
19. Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role)
Important information for applicants:
A Note on AI Use in Applications
We value the individuality and authenticity that each candidate brings to the application process. While AI tools are increasingly accessible, we strongly discourage their use in completing your application. Your responses should reflect your own voice, experiences, and motivations—elements that are essential to a fair and accurate evaluation.
Applications that rely heavily on AI-generated content may misrepresent your abilities and could result in your application being rejected. We encourage you to take the time to present your genuine self, as this helps us better understand your potential and ensures a transparent selection process.
Closing Adverts Early: In the event of exceptional interest, we may close adverts earlier than specified.
Some of our adverts are capped for a limited number of applications; therefore, the advert will close once the cap has been reached. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in the position to prevent you from missing out on applying for the opportunity.
Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.
DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check. We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.
Skilled Worker Visa: Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for the roles that meet the Visa and Immigrations eligibility criteria. For further information please visit the gov.uk website searching for Skilled Worker. It is your responsibility as the applicant to ensure that you meet this criteria.
UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications