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Research Assistant

Hybrid in Oxford·Full-time·Added 19 days ago

Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust

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Overview

Job details

Full-time
Per the ad.
Hybrid
Office and home days — the ad has the split.

Requirements

Be near Oxford for hybrid days
No relocation package mentioned.

Benefits

27 days holiday + bank holidays
Paid annual leave, per the ad.
Cycle to work scheme
Commuter benefits named in the ad.

Skills

The role

Job overview

Please note that this is an internal only role and therefore only current employees of Oxford Health are eligible to apply

Research and Development are delighted to offer the exciting position of Research Assistant working with both the Mental Health and Memory and Cognition Research Delivery Teams. The role is hybrid, based at the Warneford Hospital, Oxford.

This is a full time (or part-time) secondment role until 31st March 2027, with the possibility to extend further subject to funding.

The focus of this role is to support the successful recruitment and delivery of National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) portfolio studies for patients and staff across child and adult services at Oxford Health. You will be utilising the Count Me In process (Count Me In - Research & Development) to increase engagement and inclusion of patients in research. The ideal candidate will be comfortable and confident talking with patients over the phone about research opportunities.

If you have a background in clinical research and/or a passion for improving treatment for brain health conditions, we would love to hear from you!

Main duties of the job

To support recruitment to studies and the collection of trial specific investigations as required by the research protocol.
To review patient records and evaluate the eligibility of potential participants in accordance with study inclusion criteria
To provide ongoing information, education and support to patients (and their significant others) regarding clinical trials.
Ensure participant records are maintained to a high standard and that the relevant information is documented in the participants' healthcare records. Study case report forms (CRFs) should also be completed in an accurate and timely manner.

Please refer to the job description attached for a comprehensive list of duties

Working for our organisation

Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application please read the "candidate guide to making an application" and ensure your supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses any essential criteria.

As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and Northeast Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"

Our values are: "Caring, safe and excellent"

We offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:

• Excellent opportunities for career progression
• Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
• 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
• NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
• Competitive pension scheme
• Lease car scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Mental Health First Aiders
• Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists apply)
• Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

We hope that the advert has given you a clear understanding of the skills we are seeking and the opportunity at hand. You will need to use the "supporting statement" element of your application form to demonstrate your suitability for this role and you should refer to the job description, person specification and the guidance notes attached to this role to help you tailor your application.

The essential and desirable criteria will be used to shortlist for interview and you should ensure that you refer to these within your application to increase your chances of being selected for interview.

Person specification

Knowledge Requirements

Essential criteria

Knowledge in the field of mental health
Knowledge of the research life cycle

Desirable criteria

Awareness of relevant obligatory regulations and legal requirements such as the Mental Capacity and Data Protection Act

Qualifications - Academic/Skills/Professional

Essential criteria

NVQ Level 3 qualification, or equivalent, or relevant experience.
Health and Social Care Research Level 3 Diploma, or equivalent, or previous experience in mental health, research or administration.

Desirable criteria

Care Certificate
Clinical Research Practitioner Registration

Further Training or Job Related Aptitude and Skills

Essential criteria

Good time management and organisational skills
Well-developed basic IT skills
Attention to detail and ability to collect accurate data
Excellent communication skills, written and oral.

Desirable criteria

Willing to undertake training for clinical competencies e.g. venepuncture

Experience

Essential criteria

Experience of working in a healthcare setting.
Experience of handling confidential data.
Experience of ordering stores and maintaining equipment.

Desirable criteria

Clinical experience of working with patients within mental health.
Experience of research in a healthcare setting.
Experience of processing blood samples in a laboratory environment.
Experience of conducting physical observation procedures.

Personal Qualities

Essential criteria

Flexible and adaptable.
Proven ability to work confidently under limited supervision
Strong desire and self-motivation to learn and develop

Desirable criteria

Interest in developing personal skills in mental health research

Contractual Requirements or other requirements

Essential criteria

Ability to travel independently between sites within the Trust.
Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.