Band 4 Clinical Research Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
The post holder will be responsible for ensuring clinical trials are conducted to Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). The post holder will actively work setting up new trials by working and liaising with R, D&I and service departments such as Imaging/Labs/Pharmacy making sure appropriate trial documentation are circulated and processed in timely manner. The post holder is expected to develop a full understanding and an in depth knowledge of trial protocols and their application in practice.
The role requires an individual with excellent organisational and communication skills, effective time management, and ability to work with minimum supervision. You must be able to use a variety of databases and computerized systems to extract, enter and report data.
You should also be able to demonstrate relevant experience in a health care environment, preferably in the NHS. In return, we can offer you continued professional development in a varied and interesting setting, and the opportunity to make a valuable contribution to the discovery and development of drugs.
For further information or an informal visit, please contact Biruk Asfaw or Hayley Ellis , Senior Research Nurses.
This is a twelve month fixed term contract due to funding.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Healthcare Services & Hospitals
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Band 4 Clinical Research Assistant roles across University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Healthcare Services & Hospitals.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £25,147 - £27,596 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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