Research Assistant

The successful candidate will work with a small team of experts to deliver a large pragmatic cluster randomised trial that incorporates quality improvement within UK primary care. Information about the study may be found here: https://opri.org.uk/magnify/

The successful candidate will have experience working in health research, have a high attention to detail and strong time management skills.

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience within an internationally recognised research organisation involved in the development and delivery of large-scale observational studies and pragmatic randomised controlled trials, including quality improvement. The successful candidate will become an integral part of our wider international team of researchers, clinicians, statisticians, and database technologists.

This role will be based at our Cambridge office. Please send your application to josie@optimumpatientcare.org

Primary responsibilities:

• Develop and review project documentation including trial agreements, protocols, practice and patient information sheets, training materials, presentations, and other resources
• Recruit and coordinate GP sites ensuring professional relationships and regular communication with all participating sites
• Contribute to the development, review and implementation of patient and clinician resources including questionnaires, clinical decision support, feedback and promotional material.
• Code and verify data in accordance with specified research protocol and coding procedures, and enter data into a computer database and/or spreadsheet application for subsequent analysis.
• Create presentation slides and posters to help researchers recruit new GP practices.
• Occasional travel to GP sites to collect and record data as appropriate to the specific objectives of the study.
• Manage and respond to project related email, liaise with project stakeholders, and ensure timely dissemination of minutes and actions.