Job summary
Join a Dynamic and Supportive Team at the Forefront of Dermatology Research!
Are you a motivated and enthusiastic nurse looking to advance your career in clinical research? An exciting opportunity has arisen to join theDermatology Research Team within the award-winning St John's Institute of Dermatology, part of Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust.
This is a cross-site role, offering the chance to work across multiple hospital locations. While your base will be at Guy's Hospital, you will also support teams at other sites, gaining valuable experience and making a wider impact, all while being fully supported by a highly experienced and friendly team at Guy's & St Thomas'.
You will be joining a large, well-established, and multi-disciplinary team known for its vibrant research culture and strong track record in high-impact, translational dermatology research. We work at the cutting edge of clinical science, delivering trials that shape the future of dermatological care.
Main duties of the job
Once fully trained, you'll take the lead on a portfolio ofClinical Trials of Investigational Medicinal Products (CTIMPs). You'll play a key role in the delivery of high-profile studies including:
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- BEACON (Best systemic treatments for adults with atopic eczema) - www.beacontrial.org
- ASTAR (The UK-Irish Atopic Eczema Systemic Therapy Register) -www.ppopderm.org/project/a-star/
- Recruit and support patients through every stage of their research journey
- Administer clinical interventions (including dosing), perform tests, and ensure meticulous adherence to protocols
- Champion patient safety, data integrity, and the highest standards of quality assurance
- Collaborate with clinical teams, research staff, and academic and industry partners to drive meaningful results
- You will be expected to work across different sites to assist local teams to recruit and follow-up research patients
About us
As part of the St John's Institute of Dermatology you would:
- Be part of anational centre of excellence in dermatology
- Contribute to a growing portfolio of cutting-edge trials and precision medicine research
- Collaborate with world-class researchers in cutaneous immunology, skin inflammation genetics, and genomic medicine at King's College London
This is a chance to make a real difference in the lives of people living with skin disease, while growing your expertise in one of the UK's leading research environments
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details on the responsibilities and requirements for this role
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details on the responsibilities and requirements for this role
Person Specification
Qualification/ Education
Essential
- RN1 / RN2 Registered Nurse on the NMC Register
- Evidence of ongoing commitment to professional development
Desirable
- GCP certificate
- Evidence of leadership and management development
Previous experience
Essential
- Experience of working as a qualified nurse with previous NHS experience for at least 2 years.
- Experience in Clinical Research
- Experience of effective multidisciplinary team working
Desirable
- Experience of electronic data capture
Skills/ Knowledge/ Ability
Essential
- Proficient to conduct clinical tasks including venepuncture & cannulation, serial sampling, ECG and administration of S/C, IM and IV drugs
- Ability to process biologic samples according to protocols
- Proficiency with electronic health records and MS Office tools (Word, Excel)
Desirable
- Capital Nurse IV Therapy Passport
- Competency in skin biopsy
- Understanding of regulatory requirements, guidelines and informed consent processes
Physical Requirement
Essential
- Willingness and ability to travel to external sites / meetings within the context of this post
- Prolonged periods of concentration when cross-referencing medical case notes
- Frequent need to carry paperwork / study kits from clinical areas for analysis, on a daily basis, usually not exceeding 5kg
Person Specification
Qualification/ Education
Essential
- RN1 / RN2 Registered Nurse on the NMC Register
- Evidence of ongoing commitment to professional development
Desirable
- GCP certificate
- Evidence of leadership and management development
Previous experience
Essential
- Experience of working as a qualified nurse with previous NHS experience for at least 2 years.
- Experience in Clinical Research
- Experience of effective multidisciplinary team working
Desirable
- Experience of electronic data capture
Skills/ Knowledge/ Ability
Essential
- Proficient to conduct clinical tasks including venepuncture & cannulation, serial sampling, ECG and administration of S/C, IM and IV drugs
- Ability to process biologic samples according to protocols
- Proficiency with electronic health records and MS Office tools (Word, Excel)
Desirable
- Capital Nurse IV Therapy Passport
- Competency in skin biopsy
- Understanding of regulatory requirements, guidelines and informed consent processes
Physical Requirement
Essential
- Willingness and ability to travel to external sites / meetings within the context of this post
- Prolonged periods of concentration when cross-referencing medical case notes
- Frequent need to carry paperwork / study kits from clinical areas for analysis, on a daily basis, usually not exceeding 5kg
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
