Assistant Research Practitioner

Job OverviewAn exciting opportunity has arisen to join the research team at Hollinswood House working on the exciting TRIOMIC research study.We are collaborating with the colorectal team to transform the colorectal pathway and revolutionise the diagnosis of colorectal cancer.As an Assistant Research Practitioner, you will work alongside Research Nurses/Midwives/AHP's to maximise Shrewsbury and Telford Hospitals Trust recruitment of patients into research appropriate for their condition. The role is diverse and interesting and you will play a part in improving healthcare and treatments for future generations.The post is within the Research and Innovation department and there may be a requirement to support the Generic, Cancer and Women's and Children's team as part of the role.We are a happy and diverse team.Informal visits to the department is highly encouraged before shortlisting to find out more about the role.This role will be focused at Hollinswood House working with the colorectal team in a clinic setting seeing up to 150 patients a week. Venepuncture is a large part of this role and this skill is essential.Main duties of the jobOverseeing patients journey throughout their time in a research studyCarrying out observations as required by each studyInvolvement in setting up and delivering new studiesOrganising workload to ensure requirements of the role are metData entry as required for each study Venepuncture and sample management including centrifuging samples where required (training provided where required)Screening, consenting and following patients up as required by each study protocolMaintaining safety and stock for each study Supporting others in the team with duties as required Working for your organisationWe have an open and honest culture in Research and Innovation and the department is fully supportive of career development and flexibility.The happiness and fulfilment of our workforce is paramount and as we see annually in the staff survey results we are getting this right - our staff score very highly on their ability to make a difference to patients and feeling rewarded within their role.Detailed Job Description And Main ResponsibilitiesFor full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.