Job summary
- Main area
- Paediatric and Neonatal Research
- Grade
- Band 4
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week
- Job ref
- 279-7507529-OCT25
- Employer
- 279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Royal Alexandra Children's Hospital
- Town
- Brighton
- Salary
- £27,485 - £30,162 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 16/11/2025 23:59
Employer heading
Clinical Research Practitioner
Band 4
About our Trust
At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.
Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to deliver Excellent Care Everywhere for our patients, our people and our communities. Whatever your role here at UHSussex you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us deliver Excellent Care Everywhere. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We value compassion, inclusion and respect as our core values. We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our wellbeing programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
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We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Clinical Research Practitioner, Band 4, Full time 37.5 hours a week.
We require a Paediatric and/or Neonatal experienced practitioner with a clear interest in research.
The post holder will assist with delivery of a portfolio of Paediatric and Neonatal Clinical Trials under the supervision of a Registered Nurse based at The Royal Alexandra Children’s Hospital in Brighton (RACH).
The post holder will also support R&I Senior staff in the implementation of trust policies and procedures and adherence to Research Governance and Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
Main duties of the job
- Manage and co-ordinate the implementation of some, uncomplicated, clinical trial protocols in accordance with the relevant local, National and International guidelines, under indirect supervision of a registered healthcare practitioner.
- Assumes responsibility for aspects of specific complex research studies as delegated by the Lead / Senior Research Nurse and under supervision of Research Nurses, i.e., screening for potential participants or co-ordinating patient visits.
- Obtains written informed consent for research studies (where appropriate).
- Obtains and records observations such as vital signs, ECG, respiratory function and blood glucose analysis, as required by the trial protocol and as delegated by the registered healthcare practitioner, informing trained staff of any abnormal results
- Data gathering and data entry using paper and electronic case report forms.
- Works independently in clinical areas within the Trust and with external organisations
- Recognise emergency situations and respond appropriately in line with Trust policies and Standard Operating Procedures
- Adhere to UHSussex Infection Control policies, highlighting any areas of concern to individual staff as required and escalates as necessary
- Undertake training as necessary in line with the development of the post and as agreed with the line manager as part of the personal development process
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
Candidate Pack
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please note: This role does not meet the minimum criteria for visa sponsorship under the current UK immigration rules, which set specific salary and skill thresholds. As such, we are unable to provide sponsorship for this post. Applicants will therefore need to already have the right to work in the UK to be considered. We include this information at the outset to provide clarity and avoid unnecessary inconvenience for applicants.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated person to join our Paediatric & Neonatal Research Team
Please see job description and person specification for full details
The successful candidate must have experience in working in the acute paediatric/ neonatal care setting and have a broad range of clinical skills.
Person specification
Role Requirement
Essential criteria
- NVC Level 3 or equivalent
- Significant Paediatric and Neonatal acute speciality experience in a hospital setting
- Venepuncture and ECG
- Shows a clear understanding and has a strong passion for research
- Excellent communication skills
Desirable criteria
- GCP certification
- Consent receiving experience
- Previous experience in research
- Degree in healthcare/scientific discipline
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential criteria
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role)
Employer certification / accreditation badges
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.
Application numbers
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Vivien Richmond
- Job title
- Senior Clinical Paediatric/Neonatal Research Nurse
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01273 696955
- Additional information
We do encourage you to come for an informal visit prior to any interview.
Please contact:
Vivien Richmond Senior Paediatric & Neonatal Clinical Research Nurse
on the above email or call 01273 696955 ext. 62407
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