Job summary
We are recruiting for a Band 6 paediatric nurse who has experience in the care of children with haematological conditions, including sickle cell anaemia and thalassaemia, who have undergone Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT). We have a busy and expanding portfolio of commercial clinical trials in these conditions, including the investigation of treatments involving novel gene therapies. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who would like to build clinical research experience into their nursing career.
The priority for this post holder will be to support the existing paediatric clinical research staff already working on these high intensity BMT and haematology studies. There will also be a requirement to support the other studies delivered on the Children's Clinical Research Facility (CCRF) at St Mary's Hospital. Although the post is primarily based at St Mary's Hospital, there may be requirements to travel to other sites at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust as part of West London Children's Healthcare (WLCH).
Previous experience in clinical research is not essential as the successful candidate will be trained by the existing clinical research team. They will be educated to obtain a working knowledge of, and compliance with, local, national and international research regulations. The successful applicant will also be supported by the Band 7 BMT Research coordinator and all senior research staff on the CCRF.
Main duties of the job
- To facilitate efficient, safe and participant focused research primarily within paediatric haematology and BMT but also any other studies that are on the CCRF portfolio.
- Have a good understanding of Paediatric Haematology and the Bone Marrow Transplant process.
- To contribute to the management of the local portfolio of clinical research studies.
- To demonstrate sound knowledge of the life cycle of a research project from inception to study close out and performing all clinical protocol related tasks independently.
- To autonomously work with the clinical team to identify and recruit patients suitable for entry into clinical trials having understanding of the clinical patient pathway.
- To ensure safe planning and care of patients according to the clinical trials protocol.
- To work in according to good clinical practice and research governance standards for clinical research studies.
- To recognise and act on concerns raised if research deviates from the study protocol or the study design conflicts with legal requirement.
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.
Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.
Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview. .
Job description
Job responsibilities
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 overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
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 overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Person Specification
Education
Essential
Desirable
- Has attained or is working towards a Degree/ Certificate /Diploma in management/ professional nursing issues.
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 2 years' experience at band 5 within paediatric haematology and Bone Marrow Transplant.
- Experience of working within NHS environment and with service users
- Knowledge of National Institute of Health Research (NIHR), its values, aims and structure
- Experience in managing complex information
Desirable
- Experience of supervision of junior staff
- Trained in stem cell collection.
- Chemotherapy competent.
- Relevant clinical experience within research
Skills
Essential
- Evidence of Leadership skills
- Proven teaching and assessing skills
- Proven ability to function as an autonomous practitioner
- Ability to apply current research to practice
Desirable
- In-depth knowledge of clinical research methodology and trial protocols and to communicate this to professionals and lay persons
Person Specification
Education
Essential
Desirable
- Has attained or is working towards a Degree/ Certificate /Diploma in management/ professional nursing issues.
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 2 years' experience at band 5 within paediatric haematology and Bone Marrow Transplant.
- Experience of working within NHS environment and with service users
- Knowledge of National Institute of Health Research (NIHR), its values, aims and structure
- Experience in managing complex information
Desirable
- Experience of supervision of junior staff
- Trained in stem cell collection.
- Chemotherapy competent.
- Relevant clinical experience within research
Skills
Essential
- Evidence of Leadership skills
- Proven teaching and assessing skills
- Proven ability to function as an autonomous practitioner
- Ability to apply current research to practice
Desirable
- In-depth knowledge of clinical research methodology and trial protocols and to communicate this to professionals and lay persons
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).
