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Research Assistant - PROSPER Trial
Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 1 month(s) ago
Reference: 367-CORP-101500
Job summary
Whilst we welcome all applications from all suitable candidates, unfortunately, we will not be offering sponsorship for this role.
PROSPER (PeRinatal emotiOnal skillS Personality disordER), is a NIHR-EME randomised controlled trial (RCT) investigating the efficacy of online perinatal Emotional Skills Groups (ESGs) (in addition to usual care (UC)) for women and birthing parents with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). The overall sample size is 216 participants recruited from at least seven centres in England.
The post holder will be expected to carry out clinical and non-clinical study activities related to the project that they are working on. They will liaise with the central study team at the University of Bristol. They will be based Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Academy of Research and Improvement and the Perinatal Mental Health Team and be fully integrated into both teams. They will be managed by Dr Hannah Wilson, the Local Principal Investigator for PROSPER and will have regular contact with the study team. The post holder will be expected to liaise with clinicians within the Trust to support the recruitment of participants.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be expected to carry out clinical and non-clinical study activities related to the project that they are working on. They will liaise with the central study team at the University of Bristol. They will be based within Hertfordshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (HPFT) and the Hertfordshire Community Perinatal Mental Health Team (CPT) and be fully integrated into both teams. They will be managed by Dr Ellen Craig, the Local Principal Investigator for PROSPER and will have regular contact with the HPFT Research and Development team and the study team in Bristol. The post holder will be expected to liaise with clinicians within the Trust to support the recruitment of participants and data gathering, entry and analysis.
About us
Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust are one of just five mental health trusts to achieve an overall rating of 'Outstanding' from theCare Quality Commission.
Our family of over 4,500 members of staff provide health and social care for people with mental ill health, physical ill health and learning disabilities across Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Essex and Norfolk, delivering these services within the community and several inpatient settings. Everything is underpinned by choice, independence and equality, with our Trust values embedded throughout:
Welcoming. Kind. Positive. Respectful. Professional.
Details
Date posted
07 August 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£33,677 to £40,996 a year per annum pro rata (5% fringe HCAS included)
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
22 months
Working pattern
Part-time, Flexible working, Home or remote working
Reference number
367-CORP-101500
Job locations
Prospect House
Peace Drive
Watford
WD17 3XE
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
To support the set-up and delivery of the study within the Trust.
To develop effective contacts with relevant stakeholders.
To ensure service users are provided with written information relevant to the study and are given the opportunity to discuss the research or clinical trial adequately at the outset and during the course of the research or clinical trial in which they are being asked to participate.
To recruit and consent service users into the trial.
To administer standardised outcome measures and extract data from patient notes for quantitative analysis.
To maintain accurate service user trial documentation, complete Case Report Forms, including the use of electronic data capture systems and ensure relevant information is recorded in service users medical notes.
To coordinate all study activities in accordance with the research protocol.
To attend and support service users in the clinical environment for monitoring, assessment and follow up as part of the research project. This includes carrying out screening, recruitment, and assessment of patients for the purposes of research.
To record and report any Adverse Events and Serious Adverse Events according to trial protocol and local procedures.
To provide information/reports on recruitment as requested by the Principal Investigator and the central study management team.
To make regular contact with clinicians supporting the trial to increase recruitment.
To work at all times according to International Conference on Harmonisation Good Clinical Practice Guideline (ICH GCP).
To ensure that any data collection and information governance is conducted according to specific research protocols (in liaison with the research teams) and adheres to the Data Protection Act 2018 and according to Good Clinical Practice guidelines.
To maintain the highest standards of record keeping and report writing.
To prepare test materials and visual aids as required.
To liaise with service users and clinical staff in order to provide them with an understanding of clinical research ethics in practice.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To support the set-up and delivery of the study within the Trust.
To develop effective contacts with relevant stakeholders.
To ensure service users are provided with written information relevant to the study and are given the opportunity to discuss the research or clinical trial adequately at the outset and during the course of the research or clinical trial in which they are being asked to participate.
To recruit and consent service users into the trial.
To administer standardised outcome measures and extract data from patient notes for quantitative analysis.
To maintain accurate service user trial documentation, complete Case Report Forms, including the use of electronic data capture systems and ensure relevant information is recorded in service users medical notes.
To coordinate all study activities in accordance with the research protocol.
To attend and support service users in the clinical environment for monitoring, assessment and follow up as part of the research project. This includes carrying out screening, recruitment, and assessment of patients for the purposes of research.
To record and report any Adverse Events and Serious Adverse Events according to trial protocol and local procedures.
To provide information/reports on recruitment as requested by the Principal Investigator and the central study management team.
To make regular contact with clinicians supporting the trial to increase recruitment.
To work at all times according to International Conference on Harmonisation Good Clinical Practice Guideline (ICH GCP).
To ensure that any data collection and information governance is conducted according to specific research protocols (in liaison with the research teams) and adheres to the Data Protection Act 2018 and according to Good Clinical Practice guidelines.
To maintain the highest standards of record keeping and report writing.
To prepare test materials and visual aids as required.
To liaise with service users and clinical staff in order to provide them with an understanding of clinical research ethics in practice.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Relevant degree or equivalent qualification or experience acquired in relevant roles and job-related training.
- Good IT literacy - MS office applications
Experience
Essential
- Experience of recruiting patients to health research studies
- Experience of administering research assessments
- Understanding of Confidentiality & Data Protection
Desirable
- Experience of successful project management
- Prior experience of working on mental health research.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Relevant degree or equivalent qualification or experience acquired in relevant roles and job-related training.
- Good IT literacy - MS office applications
Experience
Essential
- Experience of recruiting patients to health research studies
- Experience of administering research assessments
- Understanding of Confidentiality & Data Protection
Desirable
- Experience of successful project management
- Prior experience of working on mental health research.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Prospect House
Peace Drive
Watford
WD17 3XE
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.hpft.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Prospect House
Peace Drive
Watford
WD17 3XE
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.hpft.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)