Clinical Research Practitioner
Job summary
The North West Regional Research Delivery Network (NW RRDN) is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Clinical Research Practitioner for the Cheshire and Merseyside region. This role offers the opportunity to work across a range of health and care settings throughout the North West but specifically Cheshire and Merseyside, supporting the delivery of high-quality research.
At the NW RRDN, we're committed to bringing research closer to our communities, ensuring more people can take part in high-quality health and care research. By working with our NHS, academic, local authority, primary care and community partners, we're helping to shape the future of health and care through research.
As part of our Agile Research Delivery Team, you'll play a key role in delivering NIHR Portfolio research studies across multiple specialties and organisations, supporting participant recruitment, study delivery and the safe conduct of research while ensuring the highest standards of quality and regulatory compliance.
We're looking for someone with significant experience in clinical research delivery, excellent organisational and communication skills, and the ability to work independently across a variety of settings. You'll also support and mentor colleagues, helping to develop a positive research culture across the region.
Please note: This role involves travel across the North West Regional Research Delivery Network, so the ability to travel between sites is essential.
Main duties of the job
As a Clinical Research Practitioner within the North West Regional Research Delivery Network's Agile Research Delivery Team, you will involved in the delivery of high-quality research across a variety of health and care settings throughout the North West.
Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, you will support the delivery of NIHR Portfolio research studies, ensuring they are conducted safely, ethically and in line with study protocols, Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
The role also includes providing day-to-day support and guidance to colleagues, building strong partnerships with clinical and research teams, and contributing to service improvement and the development of innovative approaches to research delivery.
This is a regional role requiring flexibility and the ability to travel across the North West to support research delivery where it is needed most, helping to increase opportunities for people to take part in high-quality health and care research and regulatory requirements.
You will support the recruitment and follow-up of research participants, undertake research procedures within your scope of practice, maintain accurate study documentation and contribute to the successful delivery of research across multiple organisations.
About us
Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year.
As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters.
Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.
At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions. Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.
Job responsibilities
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