Research Assistant

NHS

  • Reading
  • £24,937-26,598 per year
  • Contract
  • Full-time
  • 3 days ago
This is an exciting opportunity to join the dynamic Cross divisional team at the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust. The post holder will be joining a friendly, motivated and positive research team.This role typically involves providing support to the Cross Divisional Research Team in their day-to-day activities to achieve their goals. The position is multifaceted, requiring a combination of skills, organisational abilities, and administrative tasks to support the research team in all aspects of the trials/studies on a day to day basis,Main duties of the jobThe main focus of the post is to support the research team in all aspects of the trials/studies on a day to day basis, including screening, assessments, follow-up and data collection to achieve departmental and organisational goals.A key part of the role will be to manage administrative duties such as scheduling meetings, handling correspondence, maintaining records, and organising research-related events and maintenance of finance records.About usWe are a friendly proactive team that supports and grows its team members. Based in one of the largest general hospital foundation trusts, our research portfolio is consistently recognised for its breadth, size and quality.DetailsDate posted01 September 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 3Salary£24,937 to £26,598 a year per annumContractFixed termDuration12 monthsWorking patternFull-timeReference number193-7385435CORJob locationsRoyal Berkshire HospitalLondon RoadReadingRG1 5ANJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesYou will work closely with the research nurses within the team and wider clinical team to develop an effective research culture.The post holder will fulfil the role of research assistant responsible for supporting cross divisional research projects on a day to day basis (involving practical and administrative tasks).The post holder will be accountable for all aspects of the research process under direct supervision. The responsibilities will include data collection, data management, participant recruitment and organisational duties.The post holder will work within the guidelines of Good Clinical Practice & Research Governance and local Trust policies.You will need to demonstrate a willingness to work across organisations and within a multidisciplinary research environment.Informal visits are welcomed and encouraged. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesYou will work closely with the research nurses within the team and wider clinical team to develop an effective research culture.The post holder will fulfil the role of research assistant responsible for supporting cross divisional research projects on a day to day basis (involving practical and administrative tasks).The post holder will be accountable for all aspects of the research process under direct supervision. The responsibilities will include data collection, data management, participant recruitment and organisational duties.The post holder will work within the guidelines of Good Clinical Practice & Research Governance and local Trust policies.You will need to demonstrate a willingness to work across organisations and within a multidisciplinary research environment.Informal visits are welcomed and encouraged.Person SpecificationEducation, Qualifications, Experience & TrainingEssential
  • Educated to GCSE level or equivalent with passes at grade C or above.
  • NVQ Level 3 or equivalent knowledge and skills gained through any combination of alternative study, employment or voluntary work (2) Willing to undertake further education.
  • Previous experience of working in a healthcare setting
  • Proven experience of working within a team.
Desirable
  • RSA Typing Level 2 - 3
  • Educated to Degree level
  • Good Clinical Practice and EU Directive Training
  • Previous experience of administration or clerical work.
  • Working knowledge of NHS information systems.
  • Experience of clinical audit
Skills, Knowledge & AbilitiesEssential
  • Excellent organisation skills
  • Proven ability to prioritise and manage own workload
  • Excellent communication skills - both written and verbal, including courteous telephone manner.
  • Proven ability to work on own initiative.
  • Able to work flexibly to meet service needs
  • Clear understanding of confidentiality issues - knowledge of Caldicott and GDPR / Data Protection Act requirement
  • Attention to details
Desirable
  • Knowledge of NHS administrative systems.
  • Awareness of Clinical and Research Governance.
Personality and Personal AttributesEssential
  • Excellent timekeeping and a flexible approach to work. Able to participate with a rotating shift pattern
  • Ability to produce timely accurate and useful information tailored to needs of patients
  • Ability to work across Trust and Network sites as required to deliver the demands of the service.
Person SpecificationEducation, Qualifications, Experience & TrainingEssential
  • Educated to GCSE level or equivalent with passes at grade C or above.
  • NVQ Level 3 or equivalent knowledge and skills gained through any combination of alternative study, employment or voluntary work (2) Willing to undertake further education.
  • Previous experience of working in a healthcare setting
  • Proven experience of working within a team.
Desirable
  • RSA Typing Level 2 - 3
  • Educated to Degree level
  • Good Clinical Practice and EU Directive Training
  • Previous experience of administration or clerical work.
  • Working knowledge of NHS information systems.
  • Experience of clinical audit
Skills, Knowledge & AbilitiesEssential
  • Excellent organisation skills
  • Proven ability to prioritise and manage own workload
  • Excellent communication skills - both written and verbal, including courteous telephone manner.
  • Proven ability to work on own initiative.
  • Able to work flexibly to meet service needs
  • Clear understanding of confidentiality issues - knowledge of Caldicott and GDPR / Data Protection Act requirement
  • Attention to details
Desirable
  • Knowledge of NHS administrative systems.
  • Awareness of Clinical and Research Governance.
Personality and Personal AttributesEssential
  • Excellent timekeeping and a flexible approach to work. Able to participate with a rotating shift pattern
  • Ability to produce timely accurate and useful information tailored to needs of patients
  • Ability to work across Trust and Network sites as required to deliver the demands of the service.

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