Ophthalmic Research Coordinator, Band 5

Research Study Coordination

• Assist with the coordination of Ophthalmology studies in line with study protocols
• Assist in study set-up activities, including feasibility questionnaires and site initiation
• Ensure all study procedures and data collection is completed accurately and within required time frames
• Provide complex technical information to colleagues as part of their R&D duties

• Identify, screen, and assist with the recruitment of eligible patients in clinical studies
• Support the informed consent process (as delegated and trained)
• Ensure patient, safety, wellbeing, dignity and confidentiality at all times
• Use tact & persuasive skills and occasionally deal with anxious patients

• Plan and independently perform Ophthalmic Imaging procedures in line with study protocols, including:
  • Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT)
  • Fundus photography
  • Fluorescein Angiography
• Ensuring imaging is of high quality and meets sponsor and reading centre specifications
• Accurately label, store, and upload images to designates systems within required timelines
• Support additional clinical assessments (e.g. visual acuity, mydriasis and intraocular pressure) as appropriate
• Independently undertake routine Ophthalmic imaging clinics to support accreditation and certifications as required
• Take responsibility for using and care of expensive equipment for which they are responsible during use
• Work autonomously and unsupervised in clinical and research settings, manager available for reference if required
• Requires high levels of dexterity manipulating equipment

• Collect, record, and maintain accurate study data in case report (CRFs) and electronic data capture systems
• Plan and organise all areas of data collection in line with agreed protocols
• The postholder will undertake detailed analysis of test results and advise stakeholders accordingly
• Ensure all study procedures and data collection is completed accurately and within required time frames, it isnt at all clear to what extent they are responsible for
• Maintain investigator site files and study documentation in line with regulatory standards

• Act as a primary liaison between the research team and external stakeholders, including:
• Trial sponsors
• Central reading centres
• Coordinate the transfer of imaging and study data to external parties
• Respond to data queries and imaging feedback in a timely manner
• Communicate complex clinical information to patients in the course of providing treatment

• Maintain study trackers, logs, and screening/recruitment databases
• Assist with monitoring and management of research imaging estate
• Assist with reporting recruitment figures and study progress
• May demonstrate formal training to others own duties relating to trial certification

• Maintain up to date GCP certification and relevant training
• Develop knowledge of Ophthalmology, imaging techniques and clinical research practices