Clinical Trials Assistant

Company: Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust
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Location: Bath
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Job Overview

We are looking for highly motivated individual to fill the role of Clinical Trials Assistant in our Rheumatology Research team at the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust.

Job Overview

We are looking for highly motivated individual to fill the role of Clinical Trials Assistant in our Rheumatology Research team at the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust. The Rheumatology Research portfolio ranges from observational studies to interventional clinical trials. Main duties of the job The post holder will be responsible for supporting the research delivery team with recruitment to research studies in the clinical research portfolio. They will also be asked to take the lead on some observational research projects and to complete the associated data entry. The post holder will also be involved with the processing and collection of biological research samples, venepuncture, vital signs and ECG’s (training can be provided). They will help with filing and maintenance of essential documents, process invoices and other administrative tasks to support with the research team. The post holder will be expected to liaise with both internal colleagues at the RUH and external colleagues within the wider healthcare profession. Working for our organisation At the RUH we’re proud to put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone’s contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on. We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks – celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger. A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential. We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We’ve even got a pool! We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we’re providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

Please see the Job Description and Person Specification attached for further information on the role.

Person specification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential criteria

  • Excellent organisational skills.
  • Competence in using Microsoft Outlook Calendars and Microsoft Outlook Email.
  • 12 months employment in NHS or other professional workplace

Desirable criteria

  • Competence in using Microsoft Excel spreadsheets, Microsoft PowerPoint and Microsoft Access Database.
  • Familiarity with Medical terminology and previous experience of working with NHS computer systems.
  • Expertise in performing venepuncture and taking clinical measurements (BP/12 lead ECG).
  • An understanding of clinical research processes including ethical submissions, Good Clinical Practice and research governance.
  • An understanding of finance processes such as use of invoicing and contracts

Qualifications And Training

Essential criteria

  • Good general education including competence in numeracy and literacy.

Desirable criteria

  • RSA III or equivalent word processing experience NVQ Level 3 in care or equivalent

Please note – Due to recent changes in UK immigration and visa rules applicants who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be considered unless an alternative right to work solution can be provided. Candidates requiring sponsorship (or will need sponsorship at the end of a current visa e.g. those with graduate visa’s) should review the eligibility criteria on the gov.uk website before applying: Prove your right to work to an employer: Overview – GOV.UK

Applicant requirements

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.

Documents to download

  • Clinical Trials Assistant Band 3 Job Description (PDF, 339.8KB)
  • Join the RUH (PDF, 1.3MB)

Further details / informal visits contact

Name Paul Perry

Job title Lead Research Nurse

Email address paul.perry1@nhs.net

Telephone number 01225 821160

Additional information

Email enquiries can me made via ruh-tr.RNHRDresearch@nhs.net

Telephone enquiries can be made via 01225 821160

Interviews will be held at the Royal United Hospital in the Wolfson Centre, Zone D1.

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Posted: October 11th, 2026