Research Assistant - Ophthalmology
| Posting date: | 04 June 2026 |
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| Salary: | £29,812.00 to £32,715.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £29812.00 - £32715.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 18 June 2026 |
| Location: | Guildford, GU2 7XX |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | C9384-26-0488 |
Summary
Please review full Job description & person Specifcation Clinical Support and Patient Care Clinical Procedures: Perform essential clinical tasks, including ECGs, phlebotomy, and routine clinical observations such as blood pressure, pulse, and oxygen saturation. Patient Monitoring: Assist in the ongoing monitoring of trial participants by accurately recording and reporting tests as required by specific research protocols. Direct Care Delivery: Work alongside registered nurses and research staff to deliver planned care, ensuring the highest standards of safety and comfort for patients and their families. Patient Preparation: Prepare and support patients for examinations, assessments, and treatments following the informed consent process. Emergency Response: Recognise and respond appropriately to urgent or emergency clinical situations, summoning assistance from the wider medical team when necessary. Research and Data Coordination Trial Documentation: Ensure the accurate and timely entry of trial-related data into both electronic and paper capture systems in strict compliance with study protocols. Portfolio Support: Assist the wider research team with participant screening, the informed consent process, and the planning of follow-up appointments. Specimen Handling: Obtain requested clinical specimenssuch as blood, urine, or swabsand coordinate their safe transportation to the relevant departments. Treatment Coordination: Support the multidisciplinary team in coordinating the delivery of treatments and ensuring all protocol-defined requirements are met. Operational and Professional Responsibilities Environmental Safety: Maintain a clean, tidy, and safe clinical environment for patients, staff, and visitors, ensuring all necessary supplies are stocked and available. Equipment Maintenance: Ensure that all clinical equipment is functioning correctly and used in accordance with supplier instructions and controls assurance procedures. Effective Communication: Act as a key link between patients, relatives, and colleagues, providing factual information and reassurance with empathy and respect. Professional Development: Engage in continuous professional development (CPD) and annual appraisals to enhance clinical and research skills in line with Trust goals. Incident Reporting: Proactively report and record any accidents, complaints, or untoward incidents to senior staff to uphold Trust safety policies and in accordance with Study Protocols. Furthermore, the Royal Surreys commitment to "Learning Together" makes this an ideal environment for professional development. The role provides a clear pathway to gain further clinical and research skills within a supportive, nationally recognised R&D department. It is a career choice for those who want their daily work to leave a lasting legacywhere every observation recorded contributes to a healthier future. By joining this team, you ensure that compassionate care and pioneering research are delivered side by side.