Job summary
Please note – previous applicants need not reapply.
Main duties of the job
- Ensure that research procedures (including consent processes, interventions and follow up) are carried out according to the approved protocol and the UK policy framework for health and social care research.
- Provide complex research related information to research participants and, if applicable, their families / carers when taking informed consent for the research study or carrying out a research procedure.
- Assist participants with the completion of questionnaires or interventions as appropriate, in consideration of individual need, using prioritisation and delegation skills
- Communicate and liaise effectively with all members of the multidisciplinary and research teams within and external to the Trust, both verbally and in writing, providing and receiving complex or sensitive information.
- Liaise with the Chief Investigator in regards to the on-going support and feasibility of the project. Maintain and provide up-to-date project and recruitment information for the project which includes consent of patients, completion of case report forms and quality assurance of test kits
- Actively promote the research study and any other research opportunities to staff and services. Act as an ambassador for the Research & Innovation Department
- Maintain a working knowledge of current research governance, practices and legislation; and to adhere to them.
- Present at conferences, study days and meetings when required
About us
We are proud to provide high quality mental health and learning disability services, both inpatient and in the community across five boroughs of Greater Manchester – Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, Stockport and Tameside and Glossop.
Our vision is for a happier and more hopeful life for everyone in our communities and our staff work hard to deliver the very best care for the people who use our services. We’re really proud of our #PennineCarePeople and do everything we can to make sure we’re a great place to work.
All individuals regardless of race, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership are encouraged to apply for this post. We would also encourage applications from individuals with a lived experience of mental illness, either individually or as a carer.
If you come and work for us we will offer a range of benefits and opportunities, including:
- Generous annual leave entitlement for Agenda for Change and Medical and Dental staff.
- Flexible working opportunities to support your work/life balance
- Access to Continued Professional Development
- Involvement in improvement and research activities
- Health and Wellbeing activities and access to an excellent staff wellbeing service
- Access to staff discounts across retail, leisure and travel
Job responsibilities
Main Duties & Responsibilities Ensure that research procedures (including consent processes, interventions and follow up) are carried out according to the approved protocol and the UK policy framework for health and social care research. Provide complex research related information to research participants and, if applicable, their families / carers when taking informed consent for the research study or carrying out a research procedure. AFC 03/01/18 JME-451-17 Research Clinician Band 6 Assist participants with the completion of questionnaires or interventions as appropriate, in consideration of individual need, using prioritisation and delegation skills To be aware of the psychological/emotional needs of the patient/carer, responding and reporting appropriately. To assess patient condition, clinical situations and report as necessary adverse and serious adverse events and breaches of trial/study protocol. To maintain confidentiality of information regarding patients, families and carers at all times. Communicate and liaise effectively with all members of the multidisciplinary and research teams within and external to the Trust, both verbally and in writing, providing and receiving complex or sensitive information. Liaise with the Chief Investigator in regards to the on-going support and feasibility of the project. Maintain and provide up-to-date project and recruitment information for the project which includes consent of patients, completion of case report forms and quality assurance of test kits To manage and prioritise own workload and tasks, working to appropriate deadlines and targets set. Ensure that appropriate facilities and resources are available as required per research visit. Actively promote the research study and any other research opportunities to staff and services. Act as an ambassador for the Research & Innovation Department Maintain a working knowledge of current research governance, practices and legislation; and to adhere to them. Present at conferences, study days and meetings when required This job description is not exhaustive, but is intended to give an overall picture of the role. Other duties within the general scope of the post may be required from time to time. The duties of the post and job description can be reviewed through the agreed process
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to relevant degree level or demonstrable equivalent experience
- Registered with HCPC, NMC or other relevant professional body
- Short courses and experience to post graduate diploma level
Desirable
- ICH GCP training
- Formal Research Training (including as part of degree course)
Experience
Essential
- Experience working in an NHS or healthcare environment with service user contact
Desirable
- Previous research experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of office software packages, specifically Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Access
- Knowledge and appreciation of governance, risk and confidentiality issues
- Understanding of NHS agenda and primary care community services
Desirable
- Knowledge of NHS Research Governance procedures and the Research Governance Framework
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to collate information and produce written reports
- Able to organise and prioritise own workload, work under pressure and to tight deadlines
- Able to organise and prioritise own workload, work under pressure and to tight deadlines
- Ability to produce accurate, well presented work with a quick turn around
- Excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to communicate verbally and in writing with all levels of staff
- Excellent attention to detail
Work Related Circumstances
Essential
- To work flexibly when required
- Ability to travel independently
- Use of a car or access to a means of mobility to travel across the Trust footprint in line with service needs
- Willing to carry out all duties and responsibilities of the post in accordance with the Trust’s Equal Opportunities and Equality and Diversity policies
- Appointments to regulated and controlled activities require an enhanced DBS disclosure.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
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