Research Associate

We are currently looking to recruit a Research Associate to complement the collaborative team at our Synexus research site in Hexham.

Key responsibilities for a Research Associate are as follows:

• Engage patients when required, ensure patients fully understand procedures; encourage patients to express any concerns.
• Screen and perform clinical procedures efficiently and effectively.
• Ensure a pleasant and safe environment for patients.
• Promote a positive image of AES to all monitors and other customer representative’s e.g., Central laboratories, couriers.
• Implement agreed systems to ensure high standards of customer service are maintained.
• Carry out duties in accordance with GCP and GLP (ICH/GCP and local regulations)
• Work in accordance with Health and Safety and COSHH regulations ensure meticulous recording of data in both clinical and research notes.
• Maintain accurate biological sampling freezer logs, specimen labelling, processing, and dispatch documentation.
• Perform quality control checks of all laboratory documentation/source data entry and correct errors promptly; work with monitors and Data Coordinator to ensure prompt corrections/answers to data queries.
• Maintain clinical trial supplies (kits, dry ice) and order appropriate clinical supplies.
• Develop an awareness of other employees’ roles providing help and assistance as appropriate as directed by the Clinical Research Nurse Manager/Senior Nurse.
• Participate actively in weekly team meetings, events to strengthen team spirit and in other regular meetings/ discussions with colleagues and customers.
• Identify priorities; bring issues to the attention of your Line Manager to ensure the smooth running of the clinic.
• Share experience and knowledge with colleagues as appropriate and in and appropriate manner.
• Instil confidence in all patients and potential patients.
• Understand requirements for confidentiality.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Suitably qualified in a health related field e.g. NVQ.
• Phlebotomy will be seen as an advantage.
• A background working in healthcare.
• A desire to learn and develop your skills & experience.
• Capable of working on your own as well as working in a cross functional team.
• An attention to detail, to ensure things are done right first time.
• Not afraid to ask questions, working collaboratively to ultimately benefit the patients.