Band 5 Clinical Research Practitioner

• *O' Levels / 'GCSE's specifically English and maths at grade C or above
• *Educated to degree level or diploma level plus relevant experience to degree level in Healthcare, Science or Research.
• *Significant relevant experience in clinical trial /research data management
• *Experience of research in a healthcare setting
• *Understanding of current legislation regarding research governance Issues
• *Knowledge of International Council for Harmonisation of Good Clinical Practice (ICH GCP)
• *Travel as required by the Trust across the organisation.
• *Work flexibly to meet service demands

• *Registered Clinical Research Practitioner (CRP)
• *Completion of Care Certificate
• *Previous experience of line managing staff, completing appraisals and a basic understanding of the HR requirements of managing sickness and absence etc.
• *Knowledge of National policies, procedures and initiatives or current issues facing the NHS

£32,073 to £39,043 a year

We have an exciting new opportunity for a Band 5 Clinical Research Practitioner to join the Clinical Research Facility (CRF).

The successful candidate will play a key role in coordinating and delivering the Improving Black Health Outcomes (IBHO) BioResource, a research programme focused on improving our understanding of health conditions and their impact on UK Black communities.

The role will also support the delivery of early phase clinical research studies within the CRF, including participant facing trial activities, maintenance of study documentation, and data management. The CRF delivers complex and innovative experimental research across a range of diseases and conditions, offering an excellent opportunity to gain experience in a dynamic clinical research environment.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated individual with excellent communication skills and a passion for research. We welcome applications from candidates who share our values, are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and are motivated to improve access to research for diverse communities.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Clinical Research Practitioner to join the Clinical Research Facility (CRF). You will demonstrate a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion and have an appreciation of the importance of lived experience and equitable access to research participation across all communities.

The role will involve the coordination and delivery of the Improving Black Health Outcomes (IBHO) BioResource, in addition to supporting the delivery of early phase experimental studies in the CRF.

Responsibilities will include identifying/screening potential participants, obtaining informed consent, collecting/processing blood and tissue samples, recording vital signs, performing electrocardiograms (ECGs) and phlebotomy. The post holder will support the maintenance of Investigator Site Files, management of study data, respond to data queries, assist with the sponsor monitoring visits and ensure study procedures are conducted in accordance with the study protocol and regulatory requirements.

The role will require excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively engage with participants, explain research studies, answer questions, and work collaboratively with colleagues and external partners.

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to research aimed at reducing health inequalities while gaining experience across a broad range of clinical research activities within a supportive and collaborative research environment.

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Queen Elizabeth Hospital

Mindelsohn Way

Birmingham

West Midlands

United Kingdom

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05 October 2026

Agenda for change

Band 5

Permanent

Full-time, Flexible working

304-1103747

Queen Elizabeth Hospital

Mindelsohn Way

Birmingham

West Midlands

United Kingdom