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JOB PURPOSE The post holder will be responsible for the safe delivery of direct and indirect care and associated source data collection for clinical research studies undertaken in the department. The post holder will be responsible for the assessment, planning, coordination, implementation and evaluation of individualised care plans for clinical trials participants. Additionally, they will provide patient centred care and support clinical trial participants focusing on high quality patient experience. The post holder will be involved in raising awareness and embedding research within LTHT and offering people opportunities to take part in research as part of their standard care pathway. They will act as a member of the multidisciplinary team, advising and supporting the clinical teams with research related matters and will also maintain their clinical skills. Flexible Working Pattern may be required to support the development of clinical trial services at weekends or evenings that best suit the needs of the research speciality teams and trial participants. Working at different external sites for example Care Homes, Schools or other community settings may be required. During exceptional times of need, they will contribute to clinical service, as agreed with the Head of Nursing/AHP and in line with the Trusts escalation policy. JOB DIMENSIONS The post holder will work within a specialised environment caring for participants enrolled in clinical research studies. The exact dimensions of the numbers and types of studies may vary in accordance with the dynamic nature of the research programme and specialist clinical area. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Qualifications - Educated to degree level or equivalent, or be able to demonstrate relevant experience commensurate with this post - Academy for Healthcare Science (AHCS) registered Experience Experience of clinical trials delivery and working in the NHS Experience in facing patients Training Ability to demonstrate clinical skills and be able to teach relevant skills to other staff. Willing to undergo relevant training as necessary. Undertaking and maintaining International Conference of Harmonization. Good Clinical Practice training is a requirement of the post. Skills Literate and numerate. Competent in written and verbal communication skills. Competent in the use of information technology. Able to organise and prioritise workload. Understand the skills and knowledge required to develop team members. Maintaining and advancing clinical skills relevant to the clinical speciality. Knowledge Current issues in research delivery and in health care Basic understanding of research methodology Awareness of the roles and responsibilities of clinical research staff Personal Attributes Ability to work as part of a team, reliable and trustworthy Committed to working with people. Demonstrates a commitment to own personal development. Compassionate, enthusiastic and motivated. Flexible and adaptable. Professional and patient focused Courageous 6. THE LEEDS WAY VALUES Our values are part of what make us different from other trusts, so we see this as strength, as well as a responsibility. They have been developed by our staff and set out what they see as important to how we work. Our five values are: Patient-centered Collaborative Fair Accountable Empowered All our actions and endeavours will be guided and evaluated through these values Additionally, the following are core values which relate specifically to this post: Commitment to ensure high quality care is delivered Commitment to delivering high quality evidence based care Commitment to working in a multi-disciplinary team Commitment to promoting a positive and creative working environment Commitment to own development and the development of junior staff Promotes a professional image and a positive approach to problem solving Promotes a culture of equality, mutual respect, diversity and trust 7. CORE BEHAVIOURS AND SKILLS Ability to act professionally at all times. Effective communication skills. Effective numeracy skills Ability to organise self and others. Teaching and assessing skills Team player. Effective time management skills Good organisation skills and ability to prioritise workload. Upholding reflective practice and maintain excellent interpersonal skills 8. CORE KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING An understanding of research and evidence based practice. An understanding of the organisation and working practices of the speciality. An understanding of the process and philosophy of mentorship An understanding of the training and development needs of other junior staff and students. 9. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY Communicate with patients and carers to ensure that they have access to appropriate information. Maintain and deliver compassionate patient focused care in accordance with LTHT guidelines, policies, values and behaviours. Provide assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing research care for patients, ensuring documentation standards are upheld in accordance with good Clinical Practice ( GCP) and LTHT guidelines, whether written or computerised. Act in a way that safeguards the health and wellbeing of children and vulnerable adults at all times. Be familiar with and adhere to the LTHT safeguarding policies. Maintain a safe working environment. Promote and maintain positive relationships between all staff involved in the care of patients in line with the Leeds Way. Promote and implement evidence based practice. Continue to expand and maintain clinical skills appropriate to the clinical area of practice. Undertake duties on other wards or departments as and when required by service demands or patient need. Research Ensure that research studies are undertaken in accordance with study protocols, the terms approved by the Health Research Authority (HRA), National Research Ethics Committee, the Trust Research & Innovation (R&I) Office and all other required regulations. Adhere to national and local Research Governance Framework and legislative requirements to ensure delivery of the highest level of care to research participants. Follow local policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and study specific protocols in relation to the research speciality. Provide advice and information to participants in order to facilitate initial and on-going informed consent. This may include obtaining informed consent as delegated by the Principal Investigator and as indicated in the study protocol, and with ethical committee and R&I Department approval, ensuring that the patients rights are upheld throughout the study In line with the Trusts appropriate SOP, additionally training and competency assessment will also be required prior to taking on the delegated responsibility of taking informed consent. Identify, screen and recruit participants into research studies according to inclusion and exclusion criteria, and where necessary, facilitate a participants withdrawal from a study. Maintain effective written and verbal communications with research participants, relatives and other members of the multidisciplinary/ research team to ensure research participant needs are met and appropriate information is shared and documented, including on-going process of informed consent. Have an overall awareness of potential risks within the clinical area assessing these at all times (including patient behaviours and working environment) to ensure the health and safety of research participants, visitors and staff and compliance with related legislation and guidelines. Act as the research participants advocate and uphold the quality of each study at all times; this will include assessment, planning and evaluation of individualised care plans as per study protocol. Report adverse events and serious adverse events in accordance with the Trust SOPs and study protocols in a timely and effective manner with reference to the Senior Research Nurse/Midwife/AHP and Principal Investigator. Resolve complaints timeously at a local level and escalate as appropriate. Be responsible for accurate and secure data collection, storage and entry in to case report forms (both paper and electronic) that meet Data Protection Act requirements, including secure backup of study data, as per information governance and study specific guidance. Participate in facilitating clinical trial monitoring in order to meet the safety, integrity and governance requirements of each study. Where relevant, ensure that the processing and storage of human biological samples meets the necessary requirements of the Human Tissue Act, local SOPs and research protocol so that safe handling and quality is assured. Order and maintain trial specific supplies according to study protocols, procedures and regulations and level of recruitment ensuring that resources are used appropriately and efficiently at all times. Participate in the audit and evaluation of clinical practice in the interests of promoting and improving quality care through action on findings. Have direct involvement in the provision of education and development of pre-registration, appropriate post-registration students and other members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure that appropriate learning opportunities are provided and students feel supported. Have direct involvement in delivering relevant clinical care to Trial participants in accordance with their plan of care.

A LYPFT research project (UPLIFT Asylum) has been awarded a grant to engage asylum seekers and refugees who areexperiencing perinatal mental illness, in research. We are going to do this via social media (TikTok and Instagram), a website, andwellbeing workshops. We are looking for an enthusiastic individual who has an interest in perinatal mental health and experiencewith social media to join the team. Working with the project team, asylum seekers and other stakeholders, they will providecomprehensive social media support through excellent and creative written, digital and face to face communication as well asassisting with organisation and running of focus groups and workshops. They will also support the Chief Investigator (CI) andmembers of the project team to successfully deliver the aims and objectives of the UPLIFT project. This is a unique project andone that will allow you to express yourself creatively in healthcare while engaging with a very vulnerable group who we hope willget great benefits from it. It will also provide you with experience in research, and the opportunity to work within the researchand development team.

Develop the infrastructure across the NHS for a federated network of national and sub national secure data environments offering a single front door to NHS data for research Lead and work closely with colleagues across the Transformation Directorate to enable matrix working across sub directorates to ensure alignment and collaboration in delivery to support data enabled research and specifically delivery of the Data for R&D programme Represent the Data For R&D programme at high-level engagement with Arms-Length Bodies, across Government, with industry, and all other stakeholders across the health and care system. Drive and challenge work across health regulators to ensure that the regulatory system supports wide-spread data-driven research and better partnerships with researchers and innovators. All with the aim of harnessing value for the NHS. Work across internal and external stakeholders to ensure patient and public involvement and engagement is at the heart of decision making and is embedded in the programme Champion and promote at every opportunity the importance of equality, diversity and inclusion, whilst also driving continual improvements to support a diverse and inclusive workforce.

JOB PURPOSE Deliver a high quality diagnostic genetic laboratory service through undertaking clinical technical investigations Lead a nominated technical area by providing specialist skills and knowledge with regard to diagnostic processes, equipment operation and audit. Support the training of, and supervision of staff, including Healthcare Science Practitioners and Biomedical Support Workers. JOB DIMENSIONS The Leeds Genetics Laboratory at St Jamess University Hospital provides a diagnostic laboratory service to the population of Yorkshire and Humber. Specialist diagnostic genetic services are provided at a national and international level. The service is provided by over 70 staff, consisting of Healthcare Scientists, Healthcare Science Practitioners and administrative staff. The laboratory processes over 25,000 genetics samples per year, and generates around 20,000 reports, many of which are highly complex. The post holder will undertake a variety of clinical technical investigations working with Healthcare Scientists to ensure quality and appropriateness of tests. The post holder may be asked to participate in the development of new diagnostic investigations. Acting as lead in a nominated technical area, the post holder will train technical colleagues with regard to diagnostic processes. The post holder will undertake the quality assurance tasks as required to maintain the laboratorys accreditation status. Genetic Technologists may be required to participate in the DNA technical duty rota. They will also undertake receipt of deliveries arriving into the laboratory including entering audit details into the laboratorys computerised chemical inventory system. Genetic technologists will also participate in the quarterly Regional Supplies Centre ordering rota where they will provide some of the basic consumables of the laboratory via access to a budget of around £5000 pa. The post holder may be required to help support the training of other technical staff with regard to both of the above rotational areas. There will be close day-to-day working relationship with Translational Genomics Unit, including shared use of space, equipment and other facilities. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED ESSENTIAL Degree in a Science subject, or equivalent level of knowledge. Previous experience in a laboratory environment (including training period). Knowledge of routine and more complex analytical laboratory methods, quality assurance and problem solving. Have attained the basic competencies in a range of techniques used in a molecular genetics laboratory. Analytical (technical) skills and ability to analyse situations. Good hand eye co-ordination for fine manipulation of instrumentation. Ability to use standard software packages including inventory, purchasing and laboratory computer analysis systems. Take personal responsibility for own decisions. Ability to maintain concentration despite occasional interruptions. Good oral and written communication skills. Ability to maintain effective networks with scientific and technical colleagues within the department. DESIRABLE Completion of Modernising Scientific Careers Practitioner training programme in genetics Registered with the Academy of Healthcare Science (healthcare science practitioner) or HCPC (biomedical scientist) Previous experience of work in a NHS diagnostic genetics laboratory technical post. Knowledge of clinical molecular genetics and diagnostic molecular genetic testing including routine and more specialised analytical methods. THE LEEDS WAY VALUES Our values are part of what make us different from other trusts, so we see this as a strength, as well as a responsibility. They have been developed by our staff and set out what they see as important to how we work. Our five values are: Patient-centred Collaborative Fair Accountable Empowered All our actions and endeavours will be guided and evaluated through these values CORE BEHAVIOURS AND SKILLS Patient orientation: Relates activities back to patient care and maintains patient confidentiality. Quality focus: Maintenance of highest standards, particularly in laboratory tests, with reference to Internal Audit and Laboratory. Accreditation. Respond to mistakes in a way that leads to learning and service improvement. Attention to detail: Observance of high laboratory standards; operating according to up to date Standard Operating Procedures. Open to change: Readiness to respond in a timely fashion to technological and procedural change in this rapidly changing field. Demonstration of honesty, integrity, self-confidence and self-control. CORE KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING Knowledge of routine and specialised analytical laboratory methods, quality assurance and problem solving. Knowledge of specified range of diagnostic genetic testing and an understanding of clinical genetics. Knowledge of equipment used for automated genetic analysis. Knowledge of IT resources in relation to genetic diagnosis and the use standard software packages. Understanding of health and safety procedures. PRINCIPAL DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY Clinical, Diagnostic and Laboratory Assist Clinical Scientists with the organisation and planning of patient testing in a nominated clinical technical area including dealing with unpredictable events such as analysis for pre-natal diagnosis. Handling telephone enquiries from consultants, doctors and nurses involving patient queries and requests for test results. The post holder would be expected to judge when to pass an enquiry on to the relevant Clinical Scientist. Performing routine molecular and cytogenetic analyses. This will include the use of the following routine analytical laboratory techniques: polymerase chain reaction, fluorescent sequencing, fluorescent mutation detection methods and restriction digests. All require dexterity as they involve repetitive micropipetting of small accurately measured volumes, gel manipulation or use of automated analysers. Perform routine processing of samples in a class II microbiological safety cabinet and working to containment level 2+. Maintain a high level of accuracy and reliability in defined routine, preparative and associated procedures. The post holder is responsible for maintaining paper and computer records of diagnostic data including the entry of data in to the Patient Management system e.g. test requirements, worksheets, test results. Acting as lead Genetic Technologist in a nominated clinical technical area the post holder is expected to be able to troubleshoot specialised analytical laboratory techniques, in addition to the more routine analytical laboratory techniques. The post holder would be expected to provide training to other staff, participate in the evaluation of new/replacement equipment/reagents and may participate in the development of diagnostic techniques for a nominated clinical technical area. Ability to use laboratory computer analysis systems involved in genetic diagnosis to process laboratory data, compare results and interpret data in addition to the use of more standard software packages. Participate in the routine internal audit requirements of the laboratory including checking tube alignments for members of staff prior to tube transfers e.g. during polymerase chain reaction tests. Preparation and running of agarose/acrylamide gels. This involves regularly work with carcinogens (e.g. ethidium bromide). Assist with the preparation of diagnostic and research patient samples for dispatch to other laboratories, including retrieval from storage, safe packaging and maintenance of associated paper and computer records. Managerial The post holder would be expected to supervise staff in a nominated clinical technical area as appropriate. Acting as lead in their nominated technical area, the post holder will undertake the annual quality assurance tasks for equipment, including the maintenance of computer and paper records required for maintaining the laboratorys Clinical Pathology Accreditation status. Suggest changes to Standard Operating Procedures, generally within the laboratory and more specifically to a particular nominated clinical technical area. Teaching and Training Newly appointed Genetic Technologists would be expected to be actively working towards the successful attainment of the laboratorys core competencies and gaining the skills, knowledge and other attributes required to become a lead for a nominated clinical technical area. Opportunity to attend weekly literature and laboratory reviews. Opportunity to attend relevant scientific conferences and workshops. Health and Safety/Risk Management All staff are responsible for working with their colleagues to maintain and improve the quality of services provided to our patients and other service users. This includes complying at all times with the Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Policies, including Health and Safety policies, in particular by following agreed safe working procedures, and reporting incidents using the Trust Incident Reporting system. Infection Control The jobholder must comply at all times with the Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Infection Control policies, in particular by practising Universal Infection Control Precautions. Hand hygiene must be performed before and after contact with patients and their environment.

To work as part of a team of Healthcare Scientists and Assistants and/or Practitioners within the Haematological Malignancy Diagnostic Service (HMDS) based within The St James Institute of Oncology, Bexley Wing. To undertake research and development work within the department as directed by the senior scientific team. To research scientific/medical information including complex literature searches. To co-ordinate, perform and report results for clinical trial samples and liaise with the Clinical Trials Management Group, clinical trials unit staff and trial managers/co-ordinators. To perform and interpret a range of specialist tests, both routine and complex using standard operating procedures (SOPs) To plan workloads and troubleshoot problems with assays and complex equipment. Be responsible for the good order of the laboratory and its equipment, stock control and for the maintenance of any associated documentation. Work within the Departmental and Trusts policies and procedures. Work to good clinical laboratory practice (GCLP) and good clinical practice (GCP) guidance. 3. JOB DIMENSIONS Haematological Malignancy Diagnostic Service (HMDS) has a committed focus to developing novel laboratory assays to improve diagnosis and monitoring of haematological malignancies and the clinical trials and associated translational research supported by the department are a key part of the work within this role. The department currently provides central laboratory services for more than 50 national clinical trials and also provides laboratory support for clinical trials offered to local patients within Clinical Haematology. Laboratory investigations are becoming increasing important in randomisation and monitoring of patients in clinical trials, with many trials now relying on results from these investigations to make therapeutic decisions. Data from the laboratory also still plays a vital role in examining trial outcome with assessment of minimal residual disease (MRD) and genomics both well established as important factors when considering trial outcomes. Clinical trials support is provided to four main academic trials units as well as many commercial trial sponsors and the number of patients in a trial can range from <10 to 2,000+. The post holder will develop technical and analytical skills to interpret and discuss laboratory results with other scientists, clinicians, consultants and clinical trial unit staff. They will work both as part of a team and independently within the discipline working closely with scientific and clinical colleagues. They will be expected to be able to plan their own workload to ensure delivery of clinical trial results and progression of research and development activities. The postholder will be required to work in a number of different sections of the laboratory in order to full fill the required research work. Specific duties will depend on the section to which the postholder is working and the type of testing being undertaken. The postholder will be personally responsible for his/her own training, subject to the supervision and direction of senior staff. 5. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Qualifications First degree in a Biological Subject with a genetics component, or equivalent level of knowledge. Masters level degree or equivalent in a healthcare or technology related subject (desirable) Recognised qualification in the English language Other relevant research training or experience Experience Experience of working within a healthcare laboratory Experience of working as part of a team Experience of working independently Experience of project work Experience of working to milestones Experience of delivering on structured goals in short and intermediate timeframes Experience of producing high quality reports in a timely way Experience in writing and updating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Experience of dealing with highly complex situations Experience of providing and receiving highly complex information Experience of working to GCLP (desirable) Skills Research skills Leadership skills (desirable) Presentation skills Project management (desirable) Advanced keyboard and information technology skills Ability to write for publication Advanced communication skills, with the ability to deal with highly complex situations Ability to provide and receive highly complex information Problem solving approach where a number of options are available. Ability to plan workloads of team for specialist area, ensuring cover and prioritising urgent work. Good hand eye co-ordination for fine manipulation of instrumentation. Knowledge Knowledge of the health service agenda Knowledge and awareness of local and national trends in research Knowledge of a range of routine and more complex laboratory methods (manual and automated) Knowledge of haematological malignancy diagnosis Understanding of clinical trials Analysis and interpretation of results using specialist software, quality assurance and problem solving underpinned with both theoretical knowledge and experience. Knowledge of standard software packages including inventory, purchasing and laboratory computer analysis systems Knowledge of internal and external audit activities and quality. Understanding of Health and Safety procedures / issues. Understand the data protection legislation and the need for confidentiality and security of results. Personal Attributes Excellent interpersonal skills Take personal responsibility for own decisions and advice. Maintain self-control in difficult and challenging situations. Ability to maintain concentration on unpredictable activities despite frequent interruptions. Good oral and written communication skills with ability to explain complex technical concepts and issues. Ability to maintain effective communication networks with scientific, technical and managerial colleagues within the department, within and outside the Trust. Ability to provide leadership within the context of quality and implementation of change. Flexible, adaptable, capable of lateral thinking. CORE BEHAVIOURS AND SKILLS CORE VALUES Commitment to delivering high quality evidence based research Commitment to working in a multi-disciplinary environment Commitment to research, valuing the contribution of all team members, encouraging a positive and creative working environment Commitment to own personal and professional development and to the development of others CORE BEHAVIOURS AND SKILLS Highly developed communication skills Leadership skills (desirable) Research skills Organisational and time management skills Understanding of research in a healthcare setting research conscious Team player Conflict management Personal resilience Uses initiative to resolve issues within their own control Ability to act professionally at all times IT skills Presentation skills 8. CORE KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING Understanding of relevant National Service Frameworks and The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) guidelines Understanding of organisational structures Understanding of Leeds Teaching Hospitals Trust guidelines and policies Knowledge of the discipline and its relationship to the clinical setting. Understands the aetiology of disorders within the discipline. Knows the range of scientific investigations available within the discipline. Understands the importance of validation, quality assurance and quality control. Understands the importance of clinical audit and the provision of effective services. Knows and applies local Health and Safety policy. Knows and understands the relevant Acts / Regulations / Guidelines and organisational policies. Knowledge of strategies and methods used in the discipline Understands and effectively and safely uses relevant equipment. 9. PRINCIPAL DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY Laboratory and Research Receive, process and analyse samples submitted to the department for analysis, employing relevant procedures, maintaining accurate records and providing an accurate interpretation of the results obtained. Develop and conduct high-quality research, under appropriate supervision and guidance Take responsibility for the day-to-day running of your research and clinical trial commitments Maintain awareness of, and adhere to, all relevant codes of practice, Health & Safety procedures and operational policies, and inform the safety officer of any hazards or potential risks encountered. Lead on all aspects of developing the study including but not limited to, the methods, data collection, database entry and data analysis Make and contribute to decisions on day-to-day matters that affect your own work and that of the team Maintain paper and computer records of data including the entry of data in to the Patient Management system e.g. test requirements, worksheets, test results, referral details for research project samples. When using expensive laboratory equipment, be responsible for the safe use and maintenance. Work according to Standard Operating Procedures as required by laboratory accreditation (Clinical Pathology Accreditation UK Ltd). Present your research data contribute fully to the activities of the multidisciplinary team Keep abreast and maintain a good working knowledge of the relevant literature and current developments in the field of the project Write up the results of your work, leading to high quality publications in peer-reviewed journals, as appropriate Facilitate the dissemination of study findings Build internal and external contacts and participate in networks for the exchange of information and for future collaboration

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Qualifications Registered Nurse (Level 1 or 2) (RN Adult for adult areas, RN Child for childrens areas) Midwife or HCPC registered AHP or Clinical Research Practitioner registered to the Academy for Healthcare Science (AHCS) Recognised post-registration qualification in specialty Recognised teaching/assessing qualification (desirable) Experience Significant post registration experience Experience of computer database and administration Working with a wide range of professionals including medical, nursing and management colleagues Experience of dealing with highly complex situations Experience of providing and receiving highly complex information Skills Ability to communicate effectively within a multi-disciplinary team Time management skills IT skills Knowledge Insight into clinical specialty Insight into clinical research specific issues Standards of professional practice Personal Attributes Professional and patient focused Flexible, adaptable, capable of lateral thinking Excellent interpersonal skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team CORE BEHAVIOUR AND SKILLS Highly developed communication skills Time management skills Organisational skills Research awareness Leadership skills Team player Ability to act professionally at all times Understanding and acting upon change Ability to use own initiative Teaching skills CORE KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING Understanding of the local and national nursing research agenda Understanding of relevant National Service Frameworks Awareness of Leeds Teaching Hospitals Trust guidelines and policies Understanding of organisational structures Understanding of the National and local research agenda PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY Leadership Support the Senior Research Nurse/Midwife/AHP in providing leadership to the research team With the Senior Research Nurse/Midwife help provide clear leadership for the multidisciplinary team ensuring standards are maintained and patient safety assured. Support and inspire staff to provide efficient, effective, safe, quality care to patients Deliver a positive patient experience Promote the building of effective teams and collaboration between teams Anticipate problems and take preventative or mitigating actions, or have contingency plans available Assist in the line management of the research team, including individual and team performance, attendance, management and workforce planning Support the Senior Research Nurse/Midwife/AHP to investigate and respond to accidents, complaints, untoward incidents and other significant events Support the delivery of an effective, safe, quality service within budgetary envelope Raise and respond to concerns with regards to risk, danger, malpractice or wrong doing by following the LTHT Whistleblowing policy and supporting processes. Deputise for Senior Research Nurse/Midwife/AHP in their absence Clinical Research To assist the Senior Research Nurse/Midwife/AHP with the generation, upkeep and distribution of clinical research protocols within the CSU To take delegated responsibility for the coordination and delivery of a portfolio of clinical research studies, ensuring that participants receive high standards of patient focused care in accordance with Leeds Teaching Hospitals Trust guidelines, policies and the trial protocol throughout their participation. To provide on-going advice and information to patients/volunteers with regard to their participation in clinical research in order to facilitate effective informed consent and to maintain a supportive role throughout the trial. Ensure that you obtain and maintain high levels of understanding in relation to the clinical and delivery of the research studies that you support. To assist in the assessment of patients/volunteers for eligibility for research and monitoring of their condition throughout their participation. To coordinate trial investigations, treatments and procedures according to trial protocols and professional body the person in post belongs to. Help obtain ethical and local approval for projects. Liaise with, and prepare submissions, for the Trust Research & Innovation department (R&I) for new clinical trials and provide annual updates of trial activity Word processing standard letters and other communications as appropriate To accurately collate data on relevant trial pro-formas within a pre-determined timeframe and respond to data queries. To liaise with representatives from pharmaceutical commercial companies and prepare data for monitoring by these representatives. To accurately and promptly report and document Serious Adverse Events, or Reactions, to the relevant clinician, Sponsor and authorities within the required timelines, ensuring any interventions or modifications are carried out. To accurately report and document Adverse Events, or Reactions, and ensure any modifications required as a consequence are carried out. Assist in the preparation of results of research for presentation as posters or scientific presentation To perform clinical tasks when required for research purposes. (Included venepuncture and central line access for Registered Nurse/Midwife) To process, store and despatch blood, urine and other biological samples according to trial protocols and Trust policies and guidelines. To assist other members of the team in providing when necessary 24 hour support and advice for Phase I, II, III and pharmacokinetic studies For registered Nurses/Midwifes: To safely administer trial medications in adherence to Trust policies and research protocols. To educate patients and their carers with regards to trial medications particularly when medications require home self-administration Clinical Service and Professional Responsibilities To work as part of the multidisciplinary team and contribute to the on-going development of the department. To be responsible for maintaining strong relationships and positive communication channels with other key personnel and internal and external partner departments. To take an active role in education and training of various groups with regards to specific trial requirements and clinical research in general. To take an active role in regional research networks. To act in an advisory capacity for regional or national groups if required. To fulfil the requirements as directed by the registration body the person in post belongs to (for example: Nursing and Midwifery Council or Health and Care Professions Council to maintain and revalidate registration) To observe the confidentiality of patient information at all times, in accordance with the Data Protection Act and local information governance policy. To be conversant with cardiac arrest, major incident and fire procedures as they relate to your local clinical area and the wider Trust. To be conversant with and adhere to all clinical protocols, local departmental and Trust protocols. Undertake duties on other wards or departments as and when required by service demands or patient need. To be actively involved in any Patient and Public Involvement initiatives Act in such a way that safeguards the health and wellbeing of children and vulnerable adults at all times. Is familiar with and adheres to, the LTHT safeguarding policies Actively promote and use The Leeds Improvement Method to improve quality and safety of the service. Maintain an active knowledge of the Trusts clinical and research IT systems (in particular EDGE) by actively supporting their use. Ability to deal with highly complex, contentious and sensitive information on a daily basis Provide and receive highly complex information Personal Education, Training and Development Undertake mandatory and priority training within the required timescales To keep up to date with departmental, Trust, NHS and EU developments for the implementation of clinical research. To keep up to date with current and potential research and information relevant to the care of patients in the clinical area. To attend courses as deemed relevant and to attend meetings and conferences as appropriate. To be responsible for developing and sustaining own knowledge, clinical skills and professional awareness. Participate in own and others appraisals. Supports and keeps up-to date with the Trusts Clinical Research Forum. Actively participate in the Trusts development of the clinical research service. Actively support the education and training developmental needs of others and those of junior staff. Staff Management and Development To act as a resource and role model. To facilitate and maintain effective communication within the research team. This is not an exhaustive list of roles and responsibilities and may be subject to change with professional and service developments.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Qualifications Registered Nurse (Level 1 or 2) (RN Adult for adult areas, RN Child for childrens areas) Midwife or HCPC registered AHP or Clinical Research Practitioner registered to the Academy for Healthcare Science (AHCS) Recognised post-registration qualification in specialty Recognised teaching/assessing qualification (desirable) Experience Significant post registration experience Experience of computer database and administration Working with a wide range of professionals including medical, nursing and management colleagues Experience of dealing with highly complex situations Experience of providing and receiving highly complex information Skills Ability to communicate effectively within a multi-disciplinary team Time management skills IT skills Knowledge Insight into clinical specialty Insight into clinical research specific issues Standards of professional practice Personal Attributes Professional and patient focused Flexible, adaptable, capable of lateral thinking Excellent interpersonal skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team CORE BEHAVIOUR AND SKILLS Highly developed communication skills Time management skills Organisational skills Research awareness Leadership skills Team player Ability to act professionally at all times Understanding and acting upon change Ability to use own initiative Teaching skills CORE KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING Understanding of the local and national nursing research agenda Understanding of relevant National Service Frameworks Awareness of Leeds Teaching Hospitals Trust guidelines and policies Understanding of organisational structures Understanding of the National and local research agenda PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY Leadership Support the Senior Research Nurse/Midwife/AHP in providing leadership to the research team With the Senior Research Nurse/Midwife help provide clear leadership for the multidisciplinary team ensuring standards are maintained and patient safety assured. Support and inspire staff to provide efficient, effective, safe, quality care to patients Deliver a positive patient experience Promote the building of effective teams and collaboration between teams Anticipate problems and take preventative or mitigating actions, or have contingency plans available Assist in the line management of the research team, including individual and team performance, attendance, management and workforce planning Support the Senior Research Nurse/Midwife/AHP to investigate and respond to accidents, complaints, untoward incidents and other significant events Support the delivery of an effective, safe, quality service within budgetary envelope Raise and respond to concerns with regards to risk, danger, malpractice or wrong doing by following the LTHT Whistleblowing policy and supporting processes. Deputise for Senior Research Nurse/Midwife/AHP in their absence Clinical Research To assist the Senior Research Nurse/Midwife/AHP with the generation, upkeep and distribution of clinical research protocols within the CSU To take delegated responsibility for the coordination and delivery of a portfolio of clinical research studies, ensuring that participants receive high standards of patient focused care in accordance with Leeds Teaching Hospitals Trust guidelines, policies and the trial protocol throughout their participation. To provide on-going advice and information to patients/volunteers with regard to their participation in clinical research in order to facilitate effective informed consent and to maintain a supportive role throughout the trial. Ensure that you obtain and maintain high levels of understanding in relation to the clinical and delivery of the research studies that you support. To assist in the assessment of patients/volunteers for eligibility for research and monitoring of their condition throughout their participation. To coordinate trial investigations, treatments and procedures according to trial protocols and professional body the person in post belongs to. Help obtain ethical and local approval for projects. Liaise with, and prepare submissions, for the Trust Research & Innovation department (R&I) for new clinical trials and provide annual updates of trial activity Word processing standard letters and other communications as appropriate To accurately collate data on relevant trial pro-formas within a pre-determined timeframe and respond to data queries. To liaise with representatives from pharmaceutical commercial companies and prepare data for monitoring by these representatives To accurately and promptly report and document Serious Adverse Events, or Reactions, to the relevant clinician, Sponsor and authorities within the required timelines, ensuring any interventions or modifications are carried out. To accurately report and document Adverse Events, or Reactions, and ensure any modifications required as a consequence are carried out. Assist in the preparation of results of research for presentation as posters or scientific presentation To perform clinical tasks when required for research purposes. (Included venepuncture and central line access for Registered Nurse/Midwife) To process, store and despatch blood, urine and other biological samples according to trial protocols and Trust policies and guidelines. To assist other members of the team in providing when necessary 24 hour support and advice for Phase I, II, III and pharmacokinetic studies For registered Nurses/Midwifes: To safely administer trial medications in adherence to Trust policies and research protocols. To educate patients and their carers with regards to trial medications particularly when medications require home self-administration Clinical Service and Professional Responsibilities To work as part of the multidisciplinary team and contribute to the on-going development of the department. To be responsible for maintaining strong relationships and positive communication channels with other key personnel and internal and external partner departments. To take an active role in education and training of various groups with regards to specific trial requirements and clinical research in general. To take an active role in regional research networks. To act in an advisory capacity for regional or national groups if required. To fulfil the requirements as directed by the registration body the person in post belongs to (for example: Nursing and Midwifery Council or Health and Care Professions Council to maintain and revalidate registration) To observe the confidentiality of patient information at all times, in accordance with the Data Protection Act and local information governance policy. To be conversant with cardiac arrest, major incident and fire procedures as they relate to your local clinical area and the wider Trust. To be conversant with and adhere to all clinical protocols, local departmental and Trust protocols. Undertake duties on other wards or departments as and when required by service demands or patient need. To be actively involved in any Patient and Public Involvement initiatives Act in such a way that safeguards the health and wellbeing of children and vulnerable adults at all times. Is familiar with and adheres to, the LTHT safeguarding policies Actively promote and use The Leeds Improvement Method to improve quality and safety of the service. Maintain an active knowledge of the Trusts clinical and research IT systems (in particular EDGE) by actively supporting their use. Ability to deal with highly complex, contentious and sensitive information on a daily basis Provide and receive highly complex information Personal Education, Training and Development Undertake mandatory and priority training within the required timescales To keep up to date with departmental, Trust, NHS and EU developments for the implementation of clinical research. To keep up to date with current and potential research and information relevant to the care of patients in the clinical area. To attend courses as deemed relevant and to attend meetings and conferences as appropriate. To be responsible for developing and sustaining own knowledge, clinical skills and professional awareness. Participate in own and others appraisals. Supports and keeps up-to date with the Trusts Clinical Research Forum. Actively participate in the Trusts development of the clinical research service. Actively support the education and training developmental needs of others and those of junior staff. Staff Management and Development To act as a resource and role model. To facilitate and maintain effective communication within the research team. This is not an exhaustive list of roles and responsibilities and may be subject to change with professional and service developments.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Qualifications Registered Nurse (Level 1 or 2) (RN Adult for adult areas, RN Child for childrens areas) Midwife or HCPC registered AHP or Clinical Research Practitioner registered to the Academy for Healthcare Science (AHCS) Recognised post-registration qualification in specialty Recognised teaching/assessing qualification (desirable) Experience Significant post registration experience Experience of computer database and administration Working with a wide range of professionals including medical, nursing and management colleagues Experience of dealing with highly complex situations Experience of providing and receiving highly complex information Skills Ability to communicate effectively within a multi-disciplinary team Time management skills IT skills Knowledge Insight into clinical specialty Insight into clinical research specific issues Standards of professional practice Personal Attributes Professional and patient focused Flexible, adaptable, capable of lateral thinking Excellent interpersonal skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team CORE BEHAVIOUR AND SKILLS Highly developed communication skills Time management skills Organisational skills Research awareness Leadership skills Team player Ability to act professionally at all times Understanding and acting upon change Ability to use own initiative Teaching skills CORE KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING Understanding of the local and national nursing research agenda Understanding of relevant National Service Frameworks Awareness of Leeds Teaching Hospitals Trust guidelines and policies Understanding of organisational structures Understanding of the National and local research agenda PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY Leadership Support the Senior Research Nurse/Midwife/AHP in providing leadership to the research team With the Senior Research Nurse/Midwife help provide clear leadership for the multidisciplinary team ensuring standards are maintained and patient safety assured. Support and inspire staff to provide efficient, effective, safe, quality care to patients Deliver a positive patient experience Promote the building of effective teams and collaboration between teams Anticipate problems and take preventative or mitigating actions, or have contingency plans available Assist in the line management of the research team, including individual and team performance, attendance, management and workforce planning Support the Senior Research Nurse/Midwife/AHP to investigate and respond to accidents, complaints, untoward incidents and other significant events Support the delivery of an effective, safe, quality service within budgetary envelope Raise and respond to concerns with regards to risk, danger, malpractice or wrong doing by following the LTHT Whistleblowing policy and supporting processes. Deputise for Senior Research Nurse/Midwife/AHP in their absence Clinical Research To assist the Senior Research Nurse/Midwife/AHP with the generation, upkeep and distribution of clinical research protocols within the CSU To take delegated responsibility for the coordination and delivery of a portfolio of clinical research studies, ensuring that participants receive high standards of patient focused care in accordance with Leeds Teaching Hospitals Trust guidelines, policies and the trial protocol throughout their participation. To provide on-going advice and information to patients/volunteers with regard to their participation in clinical research in order to facilitate effective informed consent and to maintain a supportive role throughout the trial. Ensure that you obtain and maintain high levels of understanding in relation to the clinical and delivery of the research studies that you support. To assist in the assessment of patients/volunteers for eligibility for research and monitoring of their condition throughout their participation. To coordinate trial investigations, treatments and procedures according to trial protocols and professional body the person in post belongs to. Help obtain ethical and local approval for projects. Liaise with, and prepare submissions, for the Trust Research & Innovation department (R&I) for new clinical trials and provide annual updates of trial activity Word processing standard letters and other communications as appropriate To accurately collate data on relevant trial pro-formas within a pre-determined timeframe and respond to data queries. To liaise with representatives from pharmaceutical commercial companies and prepare data for monitoring by these representatives. To accurately and promptly report and document Serious Adverse Events, or Reactions, to the relevant clinician, Sponsor and authorities within the required timelines, ensuring any interventions or modifications are carried out. To accurately report and document Adverse Events, or Reactions, and ensure any modifications required as a consequence are carried out. Assist in the preparation of results of research for presentation as posters or scientific presentation To perform clinical tasks when required for research purposes. (Included venepuncture and central line access for Registered Nurse/Midwife) To process, store and despatch blood, urine and other biological samples according to trial protocols and Trust policies and guidelines. To assist other members of the team in providing when necessary 24 hour support and advice for Phase I, II, III and pharmacokinetic studies For registered Nurses/Midwifes: To safely administer trial medications in adherence to Trust policies and research protocols. To educate patients and their carers with regards to trial medications particularly when medications require home self-administration Clinical Service and Professional Responsibilities To work as part of the multidisciplinary team and contribute to the on-going development of the department. To be responsible for maintaining strong relationships and positive communication channels with other key personnel and internal and external partner departments. To take an active role in education and training of various groups with regards to specific trial requirements and clinical research in general. To take an active role in regional research networks. To act in an advisory capacity for regional or national groups if required. To fulfil the requirements as directed by the registration body the person in post belongs to (for example: Nursing and Midwifery Council or Health and Care Professions Council to maintain and revalidate registration) To observe the confidentiality of patient information at all times, in accordance with the Data Protection Act and local information governance policy. To be conversant with cardiac arrest, major incident and fire procedures as they relate to your local clinical area and the wider Trust. To be conversant with and adhere to all clinical protocols, local departmental and Trust protocols. Undertake duties on other wards or departments as and when required by service demands or patient need. To be actively involved in any Patient and Public Involvement initiatives Act in such a way that safeguards the health and wellbeing of children and vulnerable adults at all times. Is familiar with and adheres to, the LTHT safeguarding policies Actively promote and use The Leeds Improvement Method to improve quality and safety of the service. Maintain an active knowledge of the Trusts clinical and research IT systems (in particular EDGE) by actively supporting their use. Ability to deal with highly complex, contentious and sensitive information on a daily basis Provide and receive highly complex information Personal Education, Training and Development Undertake mandatory and priority training within the required timescales To keep up to date with departmental, Trust, NHS and EU developments for the implementation of clinical research. To keep up to date with current and potential research and information relevant to the care of patients in the clinical area. To attend courses as deemed relevant and to attend meetings and conferences as appropriate. To be responsible for developing and sustaining own knowledge, clinical skills and professional awareness. Participate in own and others appraisals. Supports and keeps up-to date with the Trusts Clinical Research Forum. Actively participate in the Trusts development of the clinical research service. Actively support the education and training developmental needs of others and those of junior staff. Staff Management and Development To act as a resource and role model. To facilitate and maintain effective communication within the research team. This is not an exhaustive list of roles and responsibilities and may be subject to change with professional and service developments.

The jobholder will be actively involved in providing direct and indirect compassionate care for patients in support of the multidisciplinary team. The jobholder will be expected to work under direct or indirect supervision by a registered practitioner. The job holder will assist in the overall implementation and evaluation of care as part of the multi professional team. The jobholder is expected to plan, implement, deliver and maintain high standards of patient care. The jobholder will be skilled in taking appropriate action(s) to achieve the planned outcome.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY Leadership As the lead specialist within your defined area of research you will provide leadership and management to the clinical research team, including team and individual performance, attendance, management and workforce planning Be accountable for own actions, acting as a role model to promote the research agenda Support and inspire staff to provide efficient, effective, safe quality care to patients participating in research trials, ensuring a positive patient experience Promote the building of effective teams and collaboration between teams Anticipate problems and take preventative actions or have contingency plans available Work with the Lead Nurse/Matron/Head of Nursing/AHP and lead Clinician to develop the team reflecting the CSU and Trust research strategy, developing new roles and ways of working Delegate and empower staff whilst maintaining overall, continuing responsibility and accountability Ensure that the effective deployment (working across teams and CSUs) where necessary and appropriate) of staff is mapped against the projected recruitment to trial portfolio to ensure safe and effective cover Deliver an effective, safe, quality research service within budgetary envelope reporting, investigating and responding to accidents, complaints, untoward incidents and other significant events Raise and respond to concerns with regards to risk, danger, malpractice or wrongdoing by following the LTHT whistleblowing policy and supporting process Clinical Research Review and lead the implementation of Clinical Research undertaken within the department. Maintain an accurate record to assess and evaluate the progress of on-going clinical trials and research undertaken in the department and regularly update the department/CSU on the status of the projects To accurately record data on trial pro-forma, co-ordinate monitoring visits from sponsoring companies and respond promptly to data queries. To safeguard interest of patients by liaison with relevant trial personnel and contribution to trial design and protocol and ensure compliance with research guidelines. To ensure that all proposed research projects carried out in the department are registered and reviewed by the Trust R&I department, have all regulatory permissions/approvals prior to commencement and that updates/amendments are reported in a timely fashion. To ensure recruitment to trials is in line with the Department of Health (DoH) and NIHR timelines and high level objective matrix To maintain patient safety by accurately and promptly reporting and documenting (Serious) Adverse Events, Reactions or incidents, to the relevant clinical, sponsor and authorities within required timelines. Ensuring any potential drug interactions, any interventions or modifications are carried out and information disseminated to staff in all relevant areas. To drive and encourage the participation in original research carried out in the CSU. To provide advice and support to other members of the multidisciplinary team with regard to research guidelines, REC registration and approval, project development, implementation, completion and dissemination. Liaison with the multidisciplinary team to promote and oversee the appropriate referral and recruitment of patients to research within the department/unit for which the post holder has a designated responsibility. Ensure clear, accurate records are maintained. Developing data collection, case report forms, and design of database where required, with a clearly trackable system/audit trail and is stored for the appropriate time. To establish and maintain good working relationships and channels of communication with all support services, other departments within the Trust, other relevant hospitals and Trusts, non-commercial bodies and industry sponsors regarding feasibility and implementation aspects of proposed clinical trials. Monitor and plan in advance workload of the department ensuring it is adequately resourced. Ensure study close down, study dissemination and archiving is implemented in line with requirements of the NHS, sponsor, GCP and MHRA. Clinical Service and Professional Responsibilities To work as part of the multidisciplinary team and contribute to the on-going development of the department and CSU research strategy. Develop protocols for research practice and ensure these are reviewed and updated on a regular basis. Also to review other relevant departmental and Trust protocols to ensure they are applied appropriately. To provide on-going advice and information to patients/volunteers with regard to their participation in clinical research in order to facilitate effective informed consent. To assist the clinicians in the assessment of patients/volunteers for eligibility for research and monitoring of their condition throughout their participation. Education and training of various groups, being responsible for ensuring that your direct managed staff receive and engage with the relevant, appropriate clinical skills training and maintain related clinical competencies To perform venepuncture and cannulation when required for research purposes, processing biological samples as per trial protocols. To educate patients with regards to trial medications particularly when medications require home self-administration. To administer trial medications according to trial protocols. To be responsible for maintaining strong relationships and positive communication channels with other key personnel. To be responsible for developing and sustaining own knowledge, clinical skills and professional awareness. To co-ordinate educational meetings for both research and non-research staff. To undertake national advisory and monitoring roles where appropriate. To drive and encourage the participation in original research carried out in the department for self and junior members of the team. To observe the confidentiality of patient information at all times, both in accordance with the Data Protection Act. To be conversant with cardiac arrest, major incident and fire procedures as they relate to clinics within the Directorate. Undertake duties on other wards or departments as and when required by service demands or patient need Personal Education, Training and Development To keep up to date with departmental, Trust, NHS and EU developments for the management of clinical research ensuring timely, effective implementation of changes. To keep up to date with current and potential research and information relevant to the care of patients in the clinical area. To attend courses as deemed relevant and to attend meetings and conferences as appropriate. Prepare results of research and present as posters or scientific presentations at meetings and conferences as appropriate. Participate in own and others appraisals Undertake mandatory and priority training within the required time scales Work to NMC Code of Conduct and fulfil the requirements to maintain and revalidate registration Staff Management and Development To act as a leader, resource and role model taking responsibility for the supervision and management of the research nurses/midwives/AHPs and other staff To be responsible for ensuring all members of the research team undergo regular and effective appraisal, and to support appropriate training and development opportunities in line with role requirements. Support the revalidation of registered nursing/midwifery staff To be responsible for ensuring the on-going recruitment of staff and ensure that staff contracts are reviewed on a regular basis. Ensure the induction and development of staff To be responsible for the co-ordination of annual leave and all other leave for the research team, ensuring minimal disruption to the service provided by this team to patients. To facilitate and maintain effective communication within the research team. Maintain effective communication to disseminate information to your team ensuring that staff maintain current clinical and research knowledge