Total 635 Science / R&D / Research job vacancies in Kingston upon Thames, London, KT2 5BQ

Are you someone who can easily adapt to different settings, enjoy meeting new people, and would like to make a difference in health and social care through clinical research?

South London Regional Research Delivery Network (RRDN) is looking for an enthusiastic Research Nurse to join the Agile Workforce team.

The Research Nurse will play a key role in ensuring that any research undertaken within the Care settings department safeguards the wellbeing of the patients and is conducted according to Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and the Medicines for Human Use (Clinical Trial) Regulations 2004 and Amended Regulations 2006.

Working collaboratively with the clinical trials team and the wider multidisciplinary team in the management of research patients. They will also act as a patient advocate providing support and assistance as required and assist in the coordination and management of a portfolio of clinical research studies.

The post holder will be required to work flexibly across sites within the RDN: South London geography. The employing Trust will be Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust.

If applying as a registered nurse you must have appropriate UK professional registration.

The post holder will be responsible for delivering an agreed number of portfolios of clinical trials within the Secondary, Primary Care and Community settings across the South London region. They will work flexibly across the disciplines to ensure the success of the clinical research projects they are assigned to. The Research Nurse will play a key role in identifying opportunities to broaden the current portfolio.

The applicant must have considerable experience of working independently and have excellent organisational and time management skill.

The National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) is the nation's largest funder of health and care research. The NIHR:

● Funds, supports and delivers high quality research that benefits the NHS, public health and social care

● Engages and involves patients, carers and the public in order to improve the reach, quality and impact of research

● Attracts, trains and supports the best researchers to tackle the complex health and care challenges of the future

● Invests in world-class infrastructure and a skilled delivery workforce to translate discoveries into improved treatments and services

● Partners with other public funders, charities and industry to maximise the value of research to patients and the economy

The NIHR was established in 2006 to improve the health and wealth of the nation through research, and is funded by the Department of Health and Social Care. In addition to its national role, the NIHR supports applied health research for the direct and primary benefit of people in low- and middle-income countries, using UK aid from the UK government.

● Carry out planned care required by the clinical trials protocol for a group of volunteers without direct supervision
● Ensure the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of evidence based, individualised patient/volunteer care.
● Responsible for recruiting to, and following up, patients within studies. This includes both randomised clinical trials and other high quality clinical studies. The role will involve working closely with multidisciplinary clinical teams
● Act as a patient advocate enabling patients to make informed choices concerning their involvement in the clinical trials and ensuring advice and information is provided.
● Ensure there is sufficient skill mix of staff for patient safety during clinical trials and ensuring that they are carried out within the Trust and Centre's policies and clinical trial protocol.
● Assist in clinical trials including venepuncture of volunteers when necessary ensuring that they are carried out within the Trust’s policies, research governance, Medicines for Human Use (Clinical Trials Regulations) Regulations 2004 and Amended Regulations 2006 Incorporating International Conference on Harmonisation of Good Clinical Practice (ICH GCP) Data Protection Act and Human Tissue Act.
● Undertake clinical tasks such as phlebotomy, analysis of blood specimens, drug administration and clinical observation etc.
● Assist and advise staff, both registered and unregistered in the delivery of care to the volunteer.
● Ensure that written informed consent has always been obtained for any treatment provided for, or any sample or data taken from a Volunteer which will form part of a research study, in accordance with the Trust research governance arrangements and Medicines for Human Use (Clinical Trials Regulations) Regulations 2004 and Amended Regulations 2006. Incorporating International Conference on Harmonisation of Good Clinical Practice (ICH GCP)
● Have responsibility for the correct administration and custody of medicines according to Trust policy.
● Maintain all data and case report forms relating to clinical trials in accordance with the Medicines for Human Use (Clinical Trials Regulations) Regulations 2004 and Amended Regulations 2006 Incorporating International Conference on Harmonisation of Good Clinical Practice (ICH GCP) and the Research Governance Framework.
● Report any deviation from normal practice to senior staff and implement agreed changes in care programme.
● Deal with concerns raised by volunteers and visitors in a proactive manner and take remedial action as necessary.
● Act as the volunteers’ advocate.

Administration

● Plan and organise workload in order to meet studies and volunteer needs.
● Ensure that nursing practices comply with Trust policies and procedures
● Communicate effectively at all times and maintain a harmonious working environment.
● Maintain a safe environment in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act.
● Assist managers and senior nurses/practitioners in managing incidents, accidents and complaints in accordance with Trust policies and procedures.
● Assist in ensuring the availability of resources for volunteer care
● Ensure equipment is in good working order, and report appropriately when defective
● Participate in audits, EG those undertaken by the Medicines and Health Care Regulatory Authority (MHRA) nursing audits and clinical benchmarking exercises and suggest any change to improve standards
● Ensure the economical use of resources
● Contribute to the overall RDN CRN or departmental budget by identifying areas where cost improvements can be made
● Ensure the safe custody of volunteer’s property in accordance with Trust policies.
● Actively participate in and support the development of the clinical research facility.
● Promote and participate in the implementation of policies within the Centre and to ensure compliance with Trust, Government and EU Directives.
● Maintain accurate documentation in clinical trial documents and patient notes.
● Ensure that clinical trials are effectively archived as required.
● Assist in the process of gaining local regulatory committee approval (ethics and R&D approval).

Other

● Understand and adhere to Trust policies and procedures.
● To maintain patient confidentiality and standards of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) at all times.
● Maintain NMC registration


This advert closes on Sunday 24 Nov 2024

Science Teacher
ECTs welcome to apply
November 2024
Enfield
Pay - MPS


Prospero Teaching is looking for a Science Teacher to join Ofsted Good, mixed secondary school located in Barnet to join the team in November 2024.
The Headteacher welcomes ECTS to apply to this Science teaching post, as an ECT you will be joining an award-winning school and the languages department teach Science up to KS5. This is a high achieving, 11 - 18 comprehensive school and will be teaching a KS3 - KS5 timetable.
This is a warm, welcoming, inclusive teaching and learning environment steeped in history and is a fantastic place to teach.


THE SCIENCE TEACHING JOB:
· Science teaching role
· Teaching Key stage 3 and Key stage 4 and possibly key stage 5
· Science is taught following AQA
· This is a mainstream, Ofsted Outstanding secondary school
· State of the art facilities
· Solid, well resourced, Science department
· Full time (5 days a week) teaching position including planning and marking.
· Parking is available on-site and the school is well-served by public transport.


ABOUT THE SUCCESSFUL SCIENCE TEACHER WILL BE
· Ideally hold a teaching qualification (QTS or QTLS preferred) or equivalent
· A team player, able to lead and inspire colleagues and pupils alike.
· Someone who can manage students of different abilities and differentiate lessons in line with the needs of the students
· You will be proactive and innovative with the ability to engage students in different ways.


SCIENCE TEACHER CONTRACT:
Location - Enfield
Position - Science teacher
Type of work -Science teaching in a secondary school
Start date - November 2024
Contract type - permanent
Full time - Full time 5 days
Minimum rate of pay - MPS


TO BE ELIGIBLE THE SCIENCE TEACHER MUST HAVE / BE:
· Highly motivated and focused on achieving the best for every student.
· A positive attitude and desire to maintain current standards and raise attainment across the school.
· Lots of energy and enthusiasm
· The ability to engage and motivate students whilst making learning fun
· Excellent communication skills - the school encourages good communication with parents / carers
· Please apply now with your updated CV, if this Science teaching position is of interest.
If you have a friend who you think would be interested in this Science teaching vacancy then please refer them to us and you could earn GBP150 from our Refer a Friend scheme.

Short summary

The Quantitative Stem Cell Biology lab, headed by Dr Silvia Santos, is seeking a Senior Laboratory Research Scientist (SLRS). The successful candidate will investigate spatio-temporal control of cell division and cell cycle remodelling during cellular differentiation using 2D and 3D stem cell-based models of human gastrulation. The postholder will drive a research project and contribute to collaborative projects within the lab. The postholder will benefit from excellent mentorship and training.

The research group
The Quantitative Stem Cell Biology lab, headed by Dr Silvia Santos, was established in 2018 at the Francis Crick Institute. The lab’s primary focus is understanding cell decision-making. Current areas of research include understanding regulatory mechanism regulating cell fate specification, cell cycle remodeling during cellular differentiation and the interplay between metabolism, cell cycle and cell fate. There is a strong focus on single cell analysis and advanced live cell imaging. The lab uses a variety of model systems: mouse and human embryonic stem cells (ESC), 3D organoid models of mouse and human development and mouse embryos.
The team is multi-disciplinary, diverse and currently composed of three PhD students, two post-doctoral fellow and one principal laboratory research scientist. The Santos lab promotes independent and creative thinking and all members are committed to providing excellent training and mentorship.
For more information on the Quantitative Stem Cell Biology lab please see:
https://www.crick.ac.uk/research/labs/silvia-santos.

Key Responsibilities
• Lead specific research project under the Group Leader’s supervision
• Participate in collaborative projects
• Attend and participate in group meetings and key Crick seminars
• Keep accurate records of all work carried out
• Train more junior colleagues when appropriate
• Contribute to the preparation of scientific manuscripts
• Contribute to the lab hESC feeding rota
• Contribute to the collegial, positive and motivating lab atmosphere


Find out what benefits the Crick has to offer:

For more information on our great pay and benefits package please click here: https://www.crick.ac.uk/careers-and-study/life-at-the-crick/pay-and-benefits

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion:

We welcome applications from all backgrounds. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities, regardless of ethnicity, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, pregnancy, age, disability, or civil partnership, marital or family status. We particularly welcome applications from people who are Minority Ethnic as they are currently underrepresented in the Crick at this level.

Diversity is essential to excellence in scientific endeavour. It increases breadth and perspective, leading to more innovation and creativity. We want the Crick to be a place where everyone feels valued and where diversity is celebrated and seen as part of the foundation for our Institute’s success.

The Crick is committed to creating equality of opportunity and promoting diversity and inclusivity. We all share in the responsibility to actively promote dignity, respect, inclusivity and equal treatment and it is our aim to ensure that these principles are reflected and implemented in all strategies, policies and practices.

Read more on our website: https://www.crick.ac.uk/careers-and-study/life-at-the-crick/equality-diversity-and-inclusion

JOB TITLE: Senior Data Science Analyst

LOCATION(S): London

SALARY: £57,447 - £63,830

HOURS: Full time

WORKING PATTERN: Our work style is hybrid, which involves spending at least

two days per week, or 40% of our time, at one of our office sites.

About this opportunity
We're on a journey to build the bank of the future, and we need your help! We're continuing our extensive transformation Programme, recreating what a bank is from the inside out. Become part of our diverse team, and you'll experience a rare opportunity to impact the lives of more than 26 million customers through brands including Lloyds Bank, Halifax, Bank of Scotland and Scottish Widows. We need people who can make this transformation a reality.

Join our Economic Crime Intelligence Lab in a key Data Science role you'll see how a leading FinTech fights fraud whilst ensuring continuity of the service our customers expect. You're going after the fraudsters, the social engineering con-artists and money mules. In turn this helps to protect customers and wider society from the harm caused by fraud and scams.

You'd be using your skills in Python to update and maintain our machine learning libraries underpinning our fraud controls. You'll work with new technologies (Spark, Hadoop, Pyspark), toolsets and techniques to embed the latest solutions into our products. Your skills will in time be utilised within wider Economic Crime areas with exposure to even wider technologies and learning.

Ultimately you'll get to identify innovative solutions within machine learning and use statistical analysis to detect and prevent fraud against our customers and the bank. Your input will help our fraud detection become ever more sophisticated through improved accuracy i.e. less interruption of genuine customer transactions. You'll also have very well-defined success metrics (e.g. detection rate, alert rate) and an abundance of meaningful, complex data for you to get stuck into.

Why Lloyds Banking Group

We're on an exciting journey to transform our Group and the way we're shaping finance for good. We're focusing on the future, investing in our technologies, workplaces, and colleagues to make our Group a great place for everyone. Including you.

What you'll need

• Appropriate educational background in a numerical or computing-based subject, or significant relevant experience.
• Practical experience of using Python in real world business applications.
• Understanding and practically applying Machine Learning techniques within a commercial/industrial context.
• Exhibit a flair for statistical analysis and innovation in its use and application.

And any experience of these would be really useful

• Subject Matter Expert in Fraud Data, Fraud Detection Systems and Fraud Modus Operandi (MO's)

• Distributed computing frameworks
• Previous experience using machine learning to tackle fraud detection problems
• Contributions to open source projects

About working for us

Our focus is to ensure we're inclusive every day, building an organisation that reflects modern society and celebrates diversity in all its forms.

We're committed to creating a consciously inclusive workplace where our colleagues can be themselves, thrive and perform at their best. We were one of the first major organisations to set goals on diversity in senior roles, create a menopause health package, and a dedicated Working with Cancer Initiative.

As an inclusive employer, we offer Workplace Adjustments for colleagues with a disability (which may include long-term health and neurodivergent conditions) where it is reasonable to do so. This could include flexibility with regards to office attendance, location, and working pattern.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader. If you have a disability, you can also apply via our Disability Confident Scheme (DCS). Through the DCS, we guarantee to interview a fair and proportionate number of applicants with a disability, whose application meets the minimum criteria for the advertised job role.

We also provide adjustments that are reasonable throughout the recruitment process to reduce or remove barriers for applicants with a disability, long-term health condition or neurodivergent condition. If you'd like an adjustment to the recruitment process just let us know.

We also offer a wide-ranging benefits package, which includes:

* A generous pension contribution of up to 15%

* An annual performance-related bonus

* Share schemes including free shares

* Benefits you can adapt to your lifestyle, such as discounted shopping

* 28 days' holiday, with bank holidays on top

* A range of wellbeing initiatives and generous parental leave policies

Want to do amazing work, that's interesting and makes a difference to millions of people? Join our journey.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Role Summary
You will be responsible for delivering engaging and insightful seminars and workshops that
explore the historical, cultural, and theoretical contexts of design and visual culture. You will
develop and deliver curriculum content that enhances students' understanding of the social,
political, and economic influences on design practice.
Your role includes guiding students in critical analysis and research, fostering their ability to
contextualise their creative work within broader design discourses. Additionally, you will
collaborate closely with studio staff to ensure an integrated learning experience, bridging
theoretical knowledge with practical application.
You will provide academic support and mentorship, assess student work, and contribute to
the department's academic and research activities. Your expertise will help students develop
a deeper, more critical understanding of design as a discipline, preparing them for advanced
studies and professional practice.
Job Purpose
• To conduct and contribute industry engaged professional practice, research and
knowledge transfer to the benefit of students, the School, the University and the
wider community.
• To build upon the successes of the School of Design, delivering innovative teaching
and learning building reputation and student engagement, and contributing to
recruitment, progression, achievement, and success.
• To create and deliver a curriculum that reflects the needs of the Design industry while
also meeting the needs of student.
Main Responsibilities
Learning and Teaching:
 Deliver high quality teaching to students
 Design, develop and review teaching activities and materials
 Identify best and innovative practices in professional training, learning and teaching
and build them into personal teaching practice
 Maintain an understanding of professional practice in the subject discipline to inform
personal teaching practice
 Contribute to course/programme review and design
 Give effective advice, guidance and feedback to students, to support their academic
progress
 Enhance student experience and outcomes
Research and Knowledge Transfer
 Develop and maintain a network of professional contacts in the visual arts
 Maintain a profile in Design related research which has a proven impact on
colleagues and practitioners
 Investigate and reflect on professional standards and practices and contribute to the
presentation and/or publication of findings
 Assist colleagues in ensuring that practice, research and scholarly activity has impact
beyond academia
 Supervise Masters students and contribute to doctoral supervision, where
appropriate
Academic Leadership and Management
 Lead learning and teaching activities in a particular area as agreed, e.g. module
leadership
 Contribute to the administration of the academic programme, by supporting student
recruitment, induction etc
 Advise and coach colleagues
 Undertake other activities, as required
Other Duties and Expectations
• The post-holder will carry out any other duties as are within the scope, spirit and
purpose of the job as requested by the line manager
• The post-holder will be expected to actively follow Middlesex University policies and
procedures, including Equality & Diversity policies, and maintain an awareness and
observation of Fire and Health & Safety Regulations
• To work in accordance with the University’s values and vision
• As duties and responsibilities change, the job description will be reviewed and
amended in consultation with the post-holder

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

We are currently looking to recruit an experienced "hands on" Production Supervisor/Foreperson for an expanding company based in the West of Newcastle upon Tyne to oversee our manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring production efficiency, quality control, and team management.

Company Description

The company is a UK-based company that manufactures, installs, and maintains industrial and specialist door systems. The company specializes in meeting the needs of clients in sectors across manufacturing, process, transport, storage, and logistics.

The role

* You’ll be at the heart of operations, ensuring that our factory, production areas and warehouse run smoothly
* As the Supervisor, you will ensure daily performance targets within the factory are met in alignment with company procedures and technical standards.
* The Supervisor plays a vital role in ensuring smooth production processes, maintaining high-quality standards, and leading an efficient team.
* Additionally, you’ll support the Production Manager with all aspects of the operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
* Monitor staff performance, ensuring team members are motivated and meeting targets.
* Ability to manage resources, including personnel, machines, and materials purchase.
* Assemble and distribute components for orders and stock to the relevant department.
* Plan weekly production based on the production schedule and sales orders.
* Collaborate with procurement to manage stock levels, addressing any discrepancies.
* Ensure accurate documentation of stock movements and maintain up-to-date inventory records.
* Monitor and resolve quality control issues, ensuring consistent high standards.
* Provide staff training on operational practices.
* Attend meetings and training sessions.
* Contribute to company growth as part of the implementation team.
* Assist in production areas
* Perform other tasks as assigned by management.
* You will be hands on working on the factory floor

The person

* Have experience within manufacturing and/or production environments
* Be hands on
* Strong Organisational and communication skills.
* Proven ability to lead and motivate a team to meet targets including ability to evaluate and monitor performance
* Excellent team building and team management skills.
* Experience of staff supervision.
* Proficiency in organising daily workloads, working under pressure, and performing both independently and as part of a team.
* Able to manage the daily workflow, from creation to completion of assigned tasks.
* Be I.T Literate

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are currently looking to appoint a dedicated and inspiring Teacher of Computer Science & ICT.

At Harris Boys' Academy East Dulwich , you will join a dedicated team of teachers and staff supporting our vibrant students. If you are looking for an opportunity to grow, inspire and develop, this may be the role for you.

The successful candidate will:

• Hold QTS (or equivalent) and a relevant undergraduate degree
• Have successful teaching experience at secondary level (can be teaching practice), ideally including experience in multi-ethnic urban schools and of working in an 11-18 school
• Understand the theory and practice of effective teaching and learning
• Understand the importance of high expectations and equality of access for all students, and of being a tutor
• Have knowledge of National Curriculum requirements at KS3 and KS4, and of writing lesson plans, developing resources and assessing students' work
• Be able to work as part of a team and to develop and maintain positive relationships with all staff
• Have a good level of ICT skills, ideally including innovative use of interactive white boards
• Be able to create a motivating and safe learning environment for all students
• Be able to communicate positively with parents, carers and other external agencies where necessary
• Have good written and spoken communication skills
• Be able to lead and manage their own work effectively
• Have excellent time management skills
• Be able to motivate students and raise their aspirations through a range of strategies

What the school offers its staff

Harris Boys' Academy East Dulwich opened in September 2009 and is part of the Outstanding Harris Federation. Our vision is clear: nothing is impossible and everything is possible, irrespective of personal characteristics or background. Every problem has a solution. We believe we are more robust, resilient and determined as a team than as a group of individuals. We support, challenge and hold each other to account at all levels within the academy to ensure that our students achieve their potential, are motivated, engaged and fully prepared for life beyond our academy.

Our people are at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level to senior leadership.We look for talented individuals who share our vision for creating exceptional places of learning, and are committed to ensuring that every child in London has access to the best possible education.In addition to the opportunities for career progression, training and development, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes our Harris Allowance for teachers on MPS/UPS, a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme, a Wellbeing Cash Plan and many other benefits.

Further details about the role

The purpose of your role will be:

• To implement and deliver an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for students and to support a designated curriculum area as appropriate.
• To monitor and support the overall progress and development of students as a teacher/form tutor
• To facilitate and encourage a learning experience which provides students with the opportunity to achieve their individual potential
• To contribute to raising standards of student attainment
• To share and support the academy's responsibility to provide and monitor opportunities for personal and academic growth

Commitment to safeguarding

The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Thank you for expressing an interest in the post of Teacher of Science at Copthall School.

As a girls’ school, we work hard to promote the value of STEM subjects and consequently Science is a very popular subject across our school community. There is potential for a leadership responsibility for experienced candidates'.

In Key Stage 4 we offer both separate and combined pathways for GCSE students and at Key Stage 5 we deliver A-level Biology, Chemistry and Physics as well as currently offering Applied Science BTEC.

The department’s results are consistently strong and continue to improve year on year with 100% of students receiving grade 5 and above in separate sciences, 63% achieving grade 4 and above in combined science and 70% achieving grade 4 and above in Science overall. Over 75% of separate students achieved grades 9-7 across the three sciences.

A large number of our A level and BTEC students progress into Science based pathways at University such as Midwifery, Medicine, Neuroscience, Physics and Astronomy, Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Biomedical Science.

We are looking to recruit a full time Teacher of Science who will join a highly skilled, energetic and passionate team, teaching across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5.

The successful candidate will be confident to deliver Biology, Chemistry and Physics content in Key Stages 3 and 4 and will ideally have the subject knowledge to deliver their specialism at Key Stage 5. They will be a student centred teacher who is dedicated and will build positive relationships with our amazing young people so that they can inspire a love of learning and a passion for Science both in and outside of the classroom.

Academic excellence, inclusivity and strong pastoral care is what Copthall is renowned for. We create a safe and nurturing space and we work in partnership with a range of organisations and companies to build our students’ confidence, broaden their experiences and develop their curious minds. We believe that all students can achieve highly regardless of their starting points. Our commitment to this belief underpins all aspects of our work with students, staff and families.

Copthall School prides itself on educating 21st century women for successful careers in STEM, human, social and health sciences, performing arts and creative industries.

Candidates will need to demonstrate:

• A commitment to our School Values
• The ability to enthuse students with a love of Science
• Excellent teaching practices
• The ability to build positive relationships with students, staff and families
• A commitment to, and be passionate about, maintaining and developing high standards of achievement for learners of all abilities across all Key Stages

• A commitment to our ethos of high expectations and no excuses with the belief that every student can succeed
• The resolve to make a real difference to the lives of students
• A commitment to promoting extra-curricular trips and activities

What the school offers its staff

We Offer:

• An ethos of high expectations for students and staff
• Excellent facilities and resources
• A strong commitment to the professional development of all staff through our CPL Wednesday programme
• A well-being package which includes a well-being day for every member of staff

Copthall is a beacon of success and has been featured regularly on a range of media platforms:https://www.copthallschool.org.uk/238/news-events. Our commitment to staff development and staff welfare is exceptionally strong and is evident in the calm and purposeful atmosphere you will find at our school. We are looking for staff who are committed to developing confident and capable learners and who are prepared to work hard for every single student.

At Copthall, all staff, whether in teaching or support roles, are highly valued and their contribution to our students is appreciated by the whole school community. The school provides an environment for staff to thrive and develop professionally, whilst enhancing the experience of Copthall students.

Commitment to safeguarding

Copthall School is committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting safeguarding and the protection of children and vulnerable adults.

The postholder will work closely with members of the Hepatology Research team to deliver expert clinical research. They will: Support the delivery of clinical studies, in-line with requirements of sponsors, GCP (Good Clinical Practice), and other appropriate regulations Provide medical assessment and cover for studies in the Hepatology CRF Perform clinical trial procedures (clinical examinations, insertion of intravenous lines, assessment of adverse events and management of medical emergencies, etc) Ensure patients give full informed consent before starting a study Assess and interpret safety and clinical trial data (vital signs, ECG's, laboratory tests, AEs etc). Follow up and report AEs. Communicate safety issues to the Principal Investigator, report SAEs in accordance with Good Clinical Practice Attend clinics and provide clinical cross cover where appropriate Be responsible for specific study-related medical decisions as agreed with the Principal Investigator Assess the eligibility of patients for trials, maintain and update screening lists Accept delegated responsibility to ensure that trials in the Hepatology CRF are carried out safely and in compliance with the protocol Evaluate and manage chronic adverse drug reactions and manage acute toxicological emergencies under the supervision of the consultants in charge Maintain accurate and accessible research records and medical notes Participate in research meetings, study review meetings and meetings with Principal Investigators and study sponsors Any other duties as may be deemed reasonable by senior clinical staff of the Hepatology CRF

The Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust’s Hepatology Clinical Research Facility (CRF) for clinical research and investigation is based on the 10thFloor of the Queen Elizabeth Queen Mother Wing at St Mary’s Campus and provides a state of the art, designated area for hepatology academics and hepatology clinicians to perform clinical research projects involving both patients with liver conditions and healthy volunteers.

The postwill specifically help Principal Investigators and the research nursing team with patient recruitment into commercially sponsored clinical drug trials (alcohol, hepatitis, and fatty liver) and the ongoing management of patients according to the study protocols.

In undertaking this role, the Clinical Research Fellow will gain experience in the management of clinical trials and novel therapeutics in chronic liver disease.

The post is initially for 6 months, but will be renewable, and is suitable for a junior grade doctor (FY2 – FY5) who has a minimum of 1 year’s post registration, recent experience of working in the NHS in a medical post, and who is looking to learn and develop clinical research skills.GMC registration and licence to practice are essential.

· Support the timely delivery of clinical studies, in-line with the requirements of sponsors, GCP (Good Clinical Practice), and other appropriate guidelines and regulations

· Provide medical assessment and cover for selected studies in the Hepatology CRF working alongside other clinical teams

Perform clinical procedures as appropriate to the assigned study (including, but not limited to, clinical examinations or testing, insertion of intravenous lines, assessment of adverse events and management of medical emergencies)

· Ensure that patients/volunteers in assigned studies give fully informed consent in writing before commencing a study

· Assess and interpret safety and clinical data from assigned studies, e.g. vital signs, ECG's, laboratory tests, adverse events etc.

· Follow up and report Adverse Events as necessary. Communicate safety issues to the Principal Investigator, report Serious Adverse Events in accordance with Good Clinical Practice

· Ensure that all clinical activities within the CRF are conducted in accordance with approved Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

· Attend clinics and provide clinical cross cover where appropriate

· Be responsible for specific study-related medical decisions as agreed with the Principal Investigators

· Assess the eligibility of patient referrals for trials, and maintain and update a screening list

At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care. Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You’ll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career. Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.

The statutory requirement to be fully Covid-19 vaccinated as a condition of employment from April 2022 is subject to legislative review. At Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, we strongly encourage and support vaccination uptake as this remains the best line of defence against COVID19. The successful applicant may have contact with patients and service users and as part of our pre-employment checks and risk assessments, we will ask all candidates to confirm whether or not they have been fully vaccinated or have a medical exemption.

As part of our continued response to Covid19 we are still conducting the majority of our interviews virtually.

We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part-time or job share. Please talk to us at interview.

The postholder will work closely with members of the Hepatology Research team to deliver expert clinical research. They will:
• Support the delivery of clinical studies, in-line with requirements of sponsors, GCP (Good Clinical Practice), and other appropriate regulations
• Provide medical assessment and cover for studies in the Hepatology CRF
• Perform clinical trial procedures (clinical examinations, insertion of intravenous lines, assessment of adverse events and management of medical emergencies, etc)
• Ensure patients give full informed consent before starting a study
• Assess and interpret safety and clinical trial data (vital signs, ECG's, laboratory tests, AEs etc).
• Follow up and report AEs. Communicate safety issues to the Principal Investigator, report SAEs in accordance with Good Clinical Practice
• Attend clinics and provide clinical cross cover where appropriate
• Be responsible for specific study-related medical decisions as agreed with the Principal Investigator
• Assess the eligibility of patients for trials, maintain and update screening lists
• Accept delegated responsibility to ensure that trials in the Hepatology CRF are carried outsafely and in compliance with the protocol
• Evaluate and manage chronic adverse drug reactions and manage acute toxicological emergencies under the supervision of the consultants in charge
• Maintain accurate and accessible research records and medical notes
• Participate in research meetings, study review meetings and meetings with Principal Investigators and study sponsors
• Any other duties as may be deemed reasonable by senior clinical staff of the Hepatology CRF


This advert closes on Tuesday 19 Nov 2024

For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description. Cancer Services sits within the Surgery and Cancer Board. It incorporates comprehensive outpatient, day care, and ambulatory care and inpatient services for the specialities of inpatient and outpatient oncology and Haematology. The Cancer Clinical Trials Unit office is based in 250 Euston Rd and comprises of three main areas: Haematology, Oncology and Paediatric Oncology and it supports activity in the local Clinical Research Facility and the North Thames Local Comprehensive Research Network and Experimental Cancer Centre. Each group comprises teams of research nurses, clinical trial practitioners and data managers and provides support to local Investigators wishing to conduct clinical trials and other high quality clinical research projects within UCLH. Each team supports a process for agreeing a portfolio of research and ensures that trials are conducted to the highest standards and in accordance with UK legislation and the R&D Governance Framework. The aim of the Unit is to effectively use resources so as to ensure that patients have access to entry into clinical trials, as appropriate, and maintain the highest quality of care for patients Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff* UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust *In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row. UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.

This advert has attached Assignment Briefs/ information relating to roles currently vacant. However, please be aware that this recruitment may also be used to fill other positions that become vacant after the time of advert, for which Assignment Briefs or team information are not available. This will be limited to roles where the competencies to be assessed and requirements for the role are appropriately similar.

The Women’s Health Research Centre (WHRC) at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust / Imperial College London is at the forefront of research aimed at improving outcomes and experiences in women's reproductive health and childbirth.

At the current time, WHRC is looking to appoint a Clinical Research Assistant Practitioner to work on the Generation Study which is sponsored by Genomics England. The study focuses on screening neonates for approximately 200 rare conditions at birth using umbilical cord blood. The postholder will assist with sample collection, data management and registration of participants whilst adhering to the principles of GCP. The role will also involve ordering consumables and supporting the research team with participant recruitment.

The postholder of this new role will work within the WHRC research team and be able to develop specialist research skills with new opportunities in a vibrant and dynamic environment. There may be opportunities to work on a variety of other projects within the areas of gynaecology and maternity and the ideal candidate will have interest in the improvement of women’s health, an enthusiasm to learn, attention to detail and a willingness to work collaboratively.

The post holder will be primarily based at Queen Charlotte’s & Chelsea Hospital but may also be required to work at St Mary’s Hosptial.
• The post holder will support the co-ordination and management of clinical research projects, collaborating with key personnel throughout the trust and network to ensure continued care and support for patients involved in clinical trials.
• The main focus of the role will be in supporting the delivery and development of the research portfolio through identification of suitable participants, co-ordination, recruitment, performance and maintenance of study documentation.
• The post holder will ensure that any research undertaken safeguards the well-being of research participants and is conducted to ICH Good Clinical Practice.

At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.

Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You’ll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.

Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.

We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview.



The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.

For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.


This advert closes on Friday 15 Nov 2024

A Vacancy at Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.


Previous Applicants Need Not Apply

Moorfields is a leading national and international Trust providing high quality services to patients in partnership with other providers at a number of locations. The Trust has invested in its comprehensive approach to governance to match its ambition to improve eye care. The newly created post of Information Governance Manager for Research and Compliance joins a dynamic team supporting the Head of Information Governance to deliver great IG performance across clinical care, research, and education.

This is a great opportunity to develop your career by joining a world leading care provider with a record of innovation and teaching. The successful candidate will be a team player with a track record of best practice IG delivery in a care provider or research environment, and will be able to demonstrate how good IG compliance supports care now and in the future

The IG Managerfor Research and Compliance willsupport colleagues at all levels tofacilitatechange as part of the Trust’s ambition to use data efficientlyand effectively supporting strategicinnovationtodeliverclinicaltransformationin the short,mediumand long terms. Workingwithpartnersinthe UKand beyond, the post holder will be supported to develop in role and contribute to wider developments at Trust and in collaboration with providersand other stakeholdersin the care system. The IG team is based at CityRoad, butwill move to the St Pancras site in time.

At Moorfields, we provide more than just an excellent career and great colleagues to work with. We also offer:
• Salary including High-Cost Area Supplement
• Opportunity to join the NHS Pension Scheme
• Free 24/7 independent counselling service
• Learning and development opportunities
• Easy and quick transport links
• A range of attractive benefits and discounts
• Access to Blue Light Card and other NHS Discount Schemes
• Free Pilates classes
• Full support and training to develop your skills
• Flexible working friendly organisation

And so much more! To see the full range of benefits we offer please see our Moorfields benefits document.


• Coordinate and manage IG operations in support ofresearch,keeping the Head of IG, the DirectorforResearch,and the Chief Operating Officer for INSIGHT apprised ofoutcomesand escalating issues asappropriate.
• Provide expert and specialist IG advice andexpertiseon health research and related data access initiatives, developing high-quality,user-friendlyandaccurateguidance in a range of formats.
• Provideexpertiseand advice on research management and proposals (grant applications), including research ethics and data sharing/licensing and/or service agreements involving personal data,liaisingwith the Head of IG and Moorfields General Counsel whereappropriate.
• Manageinformation assetaccessionand informationsecurity reviews relating toresearch proposals, including Informationriskassessments,dataprotectionimpactassessments for new and existing research systems/processes/projects involving processing of data, ensuring that proposals are compliant and in the required format forapproval.
• Ensureresearch relatedpolicies, procedures and guidelines are compliant withdataprotection legislation andare implementedeffectivelyand efficientlyacross theresearch function.
• Assess and report on the discharge ofproceduresandprocessestoidentifygaps in current practice, and whererequiredmake recommendations.
• Work with themanagers andprincipleinvestigatorsto ensure the maintenance oftheir entries to theinformationasset register.
• Develop and providetailoredIG training and guidance forresearch colleagues.
• Investigate and report on IG complaints and incidents in line with Trust policy asrequired, particularly where theyare linkedto research.


• Coordinate, develop and reviewappropriate information-sharingprotocols that provide clarity of purpose and enable streamlining of information disclosure routes.
• Ensure theTrust iscompliant with legislative requirement for data sharing or licensing.
• Supportresearch leadershipwith the production of IG related data and reports, including for Moorfields Research Management Committee, Research Governance Committee, and for HDRUK purposes.
• Provide input to the Trust’s IG and corporate risk registers and reporting requirements.
• Manage the NHS Data Security and Protection Toolkit (DSPT)activity, including the collation and provision of evidence, and coordination of returns.
• Assist with DPA requests relating to research (including requests that overlap between the DPA and theFoIA) and respond to DPA complaints where necessary.
• Toassistthe Head of IG with IG Departmental work planning.This includes planning and coordinating specialist project advice and technical support,planningand coordinating specialist advice and guidance.
• There is an expectation that the postholder maybe responsible forcontractors/consultants hired to undertake a discrete piece of service work, and/or agency temporary staff.
• Monitor andsupport internal and managementauditof researchprocesses toidentifyIGgaps or weaknesses in current practices or systems.Ensure all recommendationsare implementedto deliver an improvement intheresearch functiondelivery.
• Provide leadership for, andtheIG elementofresearch governancegroups, ensuring terms of references are up to date and aligned with other governance structures at the Trust
• Manage,supportand developtheInformation Compliance Officer.
• AttendexternalInformation Governance andResearchForums to develop strong and productive relationships with Information Governance leads in other NHS organisations and with wider stakeholders and to help influence the national policy agenda on Information Governance.




This advert closes on Friday 8 Nov 2024

We have an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Research Midwife at Homerton Healthcare.

The post holder will promote clinical trials at Homerton Healthcare, acting as a resource for Midwifery and Reproductive Health regarding current and future clinical trials. This will involve establishing study feasibility, pre- trial set up, recruitment of participants, education and monitoring of research patients and the collection and documentation of accurate data.

In this role you will be a member of the maternity research team under the Research and Innovations team at Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. You will be working as a Band 6 Clinical Research Midwife. You will be responsible for assessing and managing the care pathways for patients and carers participating in research.

The post holder will be responsible for the set-up, maintenance, and close down clinical trials in accordance with local, national and international legislation. You will lead studies to assess patients’ suitability, ensuring informed consent is obtained; co-ordinate the logistics for patient visits and undertake patient assessments in accordance with study protocol. All data to be recorded, including adverse and serious adverse events, in accordance with ICH-GCP and local national and international legislation.

Whilst the post holder will be allocated in the first instance to work within a specific research team and clinical environment, they will be expected to work in an alternative research team to meet the needs of studies being conducted throughout Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust.

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond.

We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has recently attained the highest possible rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients. In addition, the Trust manages services out of St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home.

Homerton aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. This is reflected in our policies, procedures and People Plan. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times.

We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.

Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits.

Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list.

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s on this page.

The person specification below is not the full person specification but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.


This advert closes on Thursday 14 Nov 2024

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