Clinical Trial Practitioner in Oxford

Q: What are the main responsibilities of the Clinical Trial Practitioner role?

As part of the nursing and clinical team at Oxford's Early Phase Clinical Trials Unit, you will coordinate patient tests/visits per protocol, take informed consent, handle biological samples, and enter trial data per ICH GCP . Develop specialist skills in trial delivery for high patient care standards. See administration jobs guide .

Q: What qualifications and skills are required for this position?

Educated to A-level standard , strong communication skills (written/verbal English), team player with initiative, advanced IT/office skills , accuracy/detail focus. Desirable: good clinical practice (GCP) knowledge, phlebotomy. No prior clinical experience essential. Explore clinical administration paths .

Q: Is prior experience in clinical trials or phlebotomy required?

Not essential; GCP and phlebotomy are desirable. Training provided to develop specialist early phase clinical trials skills working with senior staff. Ideal for those with admin/IT strengths entering oncology/haematology research . Check research assistant transitions .

Q: What is the contract duration, start date, and benefits?

Full-time fixed-term contract until 31 March 2028, available from August 2026. Benefits: excellent pension, 38 days leave (pro rata), childcare, family leave, cycle loans, discounted travel, social/sports clubs. University of Oxford commitment to equality. Details in admin benefits overview .

Q: How do I apply for this Clinical Trial Practitioner position?

Upload supporting statement (how you meet criteria), CV, and 2 referees' details via online application before noon 28 May 2026. Location: Churchill Hospital, Oxford. Prepare for clinical trial protocol compliance. Tips from academic CV guide .

Q: What support does the role offer for professional development?

Develop specialist skills in specified trial protocols alongside senior research staff, ensuring high care standards. Unit recruits 150 patients/year into phase I/II oncology/haematology trials . Ties to research career growth .

Clinical Trial Practitioner

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity to join the Early Phase Clinical Trials Unit (EPCTU) at the Churchill Hospital. The unit is a 15-bed facility embedded within Cancer and Haematology Centre at the Churchill Hospital in Oxford. The unit recruits approximately 150 patients each year onto Early Phase (phase I/II) oncology and haematology trials.

You will play an important role working as part of the nursing and clinical team. Responsibilities include coordination and conducting patient tests and visits as per the clinical trial protocol, taking informed consent, collection and preparation of biological samples, collection and entry of trial data in compliance with ICH GCP.

You will develop specialist skills and knowledge relating to the conduct of specified clinical trial protocols, working with senior research staff to ensure the effective delivery of a high standard of care for trial patients.

About you

You will be educated to A level standard, have strong communication (written and verbal English) skills, and be a good team player, who works well on own initiative but also seeks guidance and follows instructions comfortably.

You will possess advanced office and IT skills for document management, information processing and communication, plus accuracy and attention to detail in all aspects of work.

Knowledge of good clinical practice and phlebotomy are desirable but not essential.

What We Offer

As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees’ wellbeing and this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including:

An excellent contributory pension scheme
38 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays (pro rata for part time)
A comprehensive range of childcare services
Family leave schemes
Cycle loan scheme
Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans
Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs

Please note: This position will be available from August 2026

This is a full-time position, offered on fixed term contract until 31st March 2028.

You will be required to upload a supporting statement (setting out how you meet the selection criteria), a curriculum vitae and the names and contact details of two referees as part of your online application.

Only applications received before noon on 28th May 2026 can be considered.

The University of Oxford is committed to equal opportunity, and to being a place where everyone belongs and is supported to succeed. We recognise how the diversity of our community enriches our ability to deliver on our academic mission.

Location: Oxford Cancer Trials, Churchill Hospital, Headington, Oxford, OX3 7LE

Frequently Asked Questions

🔬What are the main responsibilities of the Clinical Trial Practitioner role?

As part of the nursing and clinical team at Oxford's Early Phase Clinical Trials Unit, you will coordinate patient tests/visits per protocol, take informed consent, handle biological samples, and enter trial data per ICH GCP. Develop specialist skills in trial delivery for high patient care standards. See administration jobs guide.

📚What qualifications and skills are required for this position?

Educated to A-level standard, strong communication skills (written/verbal English), team player with initiative, advanced IT/office skills, accuracy/detail focus. Desirable: good clinical practice (GCP) knowledge, phlebotomy. No prior clinical experience essential. Explore clinical administration paths.

❓Is prior experience in clinical trials or phlebotomy required?

Not essential; GCP and phlebotomy are desirable. Training provided to develop specialist early phase clinical trials skills working with senior staff. Ideal for those with admin/IT strengths entering oncology/haematology research. Check research assistant transitions.

📅What is the contract duration, start date, and benefits?

Full-time fixed-term contract until 31 March 2028, available from August 2026. Benefits: excellent pension, 38 days leave (pro rata), childcare, family leave, cycle loans, discounted travel, social/sports clubs. University of Oxford commitment to equality. Details in admin benefits overview.

📝How do I apply for this Clinical Trial Practitioner position?

Upload supporting statement (how you meet criteria), CV, and 2 referees' details via online application before noon 28 May 2026. Location: Churchill Hospital, Oxford. Prepare for clinical trial protocol compliance. Tips from academic CV guide.

🚀What support does the role offer for professional development?

Develop specialist skills in specified trial protocols alongside senior research staff, ensuring high care standards. Unit recruits 150 patients/year into phase I/II oncology/haematology trials. Ties to research career growth.

Clinical Trial Practitioner

University of Oxford

Oxford Cancer Trials, Churchill Hospital, Headington, Oxford, OX3 7LE