Research Coordinator
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Job summary
We are seeking a motivated research nurse/coordinator at Band 5 level as a London south nervous systems network affiliated research coordinator to work within the neuroscience division at KCH and the International Centre of Excellence in Parkinson's care and research. The successful applicant will take up a post initially until end of March 2024 with view to being extended by another year and work across several sub-specialities (mainly with the Parkinson's Foundation international centre of excellence, neuro-degenerative disorders and potentially with neuro-oncology) to help with research and clinical trial based studies that are listed in the Department of Heath national portfolio and within the remit of nervous systems disorders. The post holder will work under the supervision of Professor K Ray Chaudhuri, (clinical lead for Nervous systems sub-speciality, London South CRN and Director of R and I at KCH) and the management of Alexandra Rizos, Neuroscience Research Manager and EUROPAR European manager for studies and trials in Parkinson's. The post holder might also be part of the neurosciences clinical trials unit, led by Mr. K. Ashkan (clinical lead for Neuro-oncology and Professor of Neurosurgery). Some experience in clinical research and knowledge of good clinical practice would be beneficial.
If you require further information, please contact Alexandra Rizos on a.rizos@nhs.net.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will assist in the provision of a clinical research service for a portfolio of national and local, including CLRN-adopted, clinical trials undertaken at King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust within the PD department. The focus of the work will be on portfolio adopted studies, non-commercial and commercial. This will be decided after liaison with Neurosciences R&D lead and Neurosciences Research Governance and Feasibility (RGF).
The post holder will also be involved in follow-up and completion of relevant trial specific paperwork. Responsibilities will include co-ordinating patient activity and overseeing patient care at all stages of the research pathway; data management (collecting data, entering data and resolving discrepancies) and working with clinical research organisations and sponsors to satisfy audit and monitoring requirements. With respect to multi-centre trials sponsored by KCH, the post holder will be expected to support investigators and their teams at recruiting sites.
The post holder will work closely with the multidisciplinary team, including but not restricted to the Investigators, Research Manager, clinicians and pharmacy. The post holder will be involved in the running of in-house, national and international PD trials.
Suitable alternative employment for people employed in research posts will include clinical service posts.
About us
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and around 14,000 staff based across 5 main sites in South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local hospital services across its different sites, and specialist services from King's College Hospital (KCH) sites at Denmark Hill in Camberwell and at the Princess Royal University Hospital (PRUH) site in Bromley.
King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.
The trust-wide strategy Strong Roots, Global Reachis our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we can take Team King's to another level.
Details
Date posted
12 July 2023
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£34,089 to £41,498 a year per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
8 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
213-CORP-6762
Job locations
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Denmark Hill
London
SW9 8RR
Employer details
Employer name
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Denmark Hill
London
SW9 8RR
Employer's website
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