Assistant Research Practitioner
| Posting date: | 02 September 2025 |
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| Salary: | £27,485.00 to £30,162.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £27485.00 - £30162.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 16 September 2025 |
| Location: | Exeter, EX2 5DW |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | C0023-25-1622 |
Summary
For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below. More detail about the role The Clinical Research Practitioner will support the delivery of a diverse portfolio of clinical trials, ensuring compliance with research governance, regulatory requirements, and Good Clinical Practice (GCP). They will assist in study setup, recruitment, data collection, and participant care while maintaining high standards of professionalism and patient safety.The Clinical Research Practitioner will contribute to the clinical research team work. They will support study setup, recruitment, and delivery planning, assist in identifying and screening potential participants, coordinate and conduct study visits, ensuring adherence to protocols, and maintain accurate and concise research records. They will ensure timely and accurate data entry, responding to queries as required, handle clinical trial samples, including processing and shipment, assist in the safe collection and handling of trial prescriptions and medicinal products, support the recording and reporting of adverse and serious adverse events, and participate in audits, data monitoring, and quality assurance processes. The Clinical Research Practitioner will perform clinical procedures such as venepuncture, observations, ECGs, and assessments. They will monitor treatment side effects and escalate concerns as necessary, obtain and document patient medical history and medication regimens, contribute to patient care while ensuring privacy, dignity, and diversity, and follow training to receive informed consent for eligible research studies. The Clinical Research Practitioner will work in line with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and regulatory frameworks. They will maintain effective communication within the research team and multidisciplinary teams, contribute to the development and implementation of research policies and SOPs, promote a culture of safety, reporting incidents and assisting with investigations, assist in the delivery of research-related education and training, and ensure compliance with mandatory training and participate in professional development.Candidates should have experience in clinical research or a healthcare setting and an understanding of research governance and regulatory requirements. They should possess competence in clinical procedures and patient assessment, strong organisational and communication skills, the ability to work independently and prioritise workload under pressure, and a commitment to patient-centred research and continuous learning. This role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to high-quality clinical research, supporting the advancement of healthcare and patient outcomes. Working Pattern: Monday- Friday 08:30-16:30 Occasional weekends/evenings Interview Date: To be confirmed For further information please contact: Daisy Sykes daisy.sykes@nhs.net or Heather Palfrey heatherpalfrey@nhs.net This is a fixed term contract for 12 months. For current NHS employees this post could be a secondment opportunity. As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust. Benefits We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there. Looking after you is important to us. We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies. If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays. You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups. Salary is not the only financial benefit You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including: National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts. Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter Car lease schemes. The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK). Cycle to work scheme These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.