Clinical Trial Research Nurse

Job responsibilities

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Clinical Trial Research Nurse to work as part of the Cancer Research Delivery Group (CRDG) and Public-Patient Involvement & Engagement (PPIE) team. The Centre is:

Generously funded by a joint initiative between the Department of Health and Cancer Research UK Part of a nationwide network of 18 centres of scientific and clinical excellence Aims to drive new anti-cancer treatments to patients Affiliated with the National Cancer Research Network and thus incorporates Phase 1 through to Phase 4 clinical trials

In bringing together laboratory and clinical patient-based research, our Centre promotes the translational work needed to develop new anti-cancer drugs and diagnostics from the laboratory into clinics and then to test them in early phase clinical trials.

The PPIE group is a diverse, proactive, and dynamic group of patients, relatives, and members of the public with a strong interest in cancer research. The group supports researchers at every stagefrom grant applications and service development to reviewing patient-facing research materials. Involving patients and the public in research is not just beneficialits essential. Their perspectives ensure that studies address real patient needs, improve health outcomes, and make findings more accessible to the communities we serve.

Given our diverse and often underserved community, we prioritise equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) in all our work. We actively collaborate with other research centres, engage with local communities, and organise research awareness events to promote participation in studies and improve access to research opportunities.

The Clinical Trials Research Nurse will also support the CECM CRDG portfolio of clinical trials to improve patient recruitment and ensure accurate and timely completion of trial data and documentation. Duties will include identifying potential patients to participate in trials, coordinating trials as per study protocols, collection of clinical data on Case Report Forms (CRFs), and following the principles of Good Clinical Practice (GCP). In addition, the post holder will take a leading role in the Centres PPIE activities, working with our PPIE group and external groups to continue and grow the activities.

The successful candidate will have experience of working in an oncology / haematology nursing environment and it would be useful to have chemotherapy training. You must have a good understanding of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and the regulatory environment that surrounds clinical research and it would be advantageous if you have some experience in clinical research. Experience of working with PPIE teams would also be beneficial.

Although this position is a 12 months fixed-term contract, the actual contract duration will be adjusted to account for the time taken to advertise the post, complete the hiring process, and finalise pre-employment checks. This means the contract will begin when the candidate starts the role and may be slightly shorter than 12 months.

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.

Experience

Essential

• Post registration nursing experience
• Experience of working with oncology/haematology patients
• Experience promoting research in local communities and researchers through face-to-face meetings e.g. PPIE groups and social media.
• Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Experience of explaining complex concepts to patients in a clear and simplified manner Experience of formal/ informal teaching of patients and staff

Desirable

• Experience of working in a clinical research environment
• Experience of clinical trial data entry
• Experience as a nurse in urology

Skills

Essential

• Proven effectiveness as working as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Must demonstrate critical and intelligent attention to detail and high standards of accuracy
• Able to work and communicate with clinical and management colleagues at all levels across a range of organisations as well as PPIE groups.
• Ability to carry out essential and appropriate nursing care and procedures
• Ability to identify deteriorating patients and take appropriate action
• Demonstrates ability to prioritise workload in order to meet deadlines/milestones
• Demonstrates ability to work under own initiative
• Demonstrates ability to take charge and delegate duties
• Demonstrates evidence of professional development
• Demonstrates understanding of the importance of audit/quality
• Proven ability to communicate effectively in writing
• Proven ability to communicate effectively verbally
• Proven ability to work effectively under pressure
• Can prove a basic computer literacy in Windows and IT systems

Desirable

• Previous use of Trials Research Management Software e.g. EDGE
• Experience of phlebotomy and cannulation
• Understanding and rising to the challenges in patient recruitment
• Experience with catheterisation (male / female)
• Completed training and competencies in the delivery of systemic anti-cancer therapies

Knowledge

Essential

• Good knowledge of local and national clinical trial regulations
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of medical terminology

Desirable

• Proven knowledge of ICH GCP guidelines

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse specialty or related field

Desirable

• Completed/working towards post graduate course in oncology or other related specialty

Other

Essential

• Willingness to work flexible hours on occasion
• Displays enthusiastic nature

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).