Job summary
The
St Jamess Clinical Research Team is recruiting!
The
Research and Innovation Department is continuing its exciting expansion. We
have several research specialities and the early phase research portfolio is
looking for a Band 6 Research Nurse. It is a full time post (1.0 WTE), with a
permanent contract. This post will be based at the St Jamess University
Hospital (SJUH) Clinical Research Facility.
The
post holder will contribute actively to the conduct, coordination, and
delivery of the Early Phase Research Portfolio. The main tasks are:
administering investigational medicinal products such as Systemic Anti-Cancer
Therapies (SACT) and Advanced Therapies (ATMPS), staff management and working
collaboratively with the wider research teams to support their early phase
studies.
In
addition, the post holder would be responsible for ensuring high standards of
clinical care planning, safety, and patient satisfaction in line with Trust
policy, study protocol requirements, local and national guidance and
legislation.
If
you are interested in the post, we would like to encourage you to contact the
recruiting manager for an informal discussion.
Expected Shortlisting
Date
24/09/2025
Planned Interview
Date
01/10/2025
Main duties of the job
The
successful candidate will be SACT competent, have the ability to demonstrate
managerial skills, and be adaptable to the evolving and expanding nature of
our service, maintaining a positive and professional approach.
In
this role, you will support the wider research teams to ensure the safe and
effective delivery of early phase clinical trials across various specialties.
Additionally, you will help facilitate the delivery of the SJUH Clinical
Research Facilitys own oncology portfolio. You will also be required to
complete additional training, including Immediate Life Support (ILS), as well
as research-specific courses such as Good Clinical Practice (GCP) the
handling of dangerous goods (IATA training).
The
post holder will be responsible for effectively line-managing colleagues,
providing guidance and support to foster their professional development.
Additionally, they will assist with conducting unit audits to ensure
compliance and quality standards. The role also involves taking on the
responsibility of nurse in charge when required, as well as organising and
preparing agendas for staff meetings to facilitate clear communication and
team collaboration.
The
post holder will also be required to work alongside industry partners, the
National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) Clinical Research Network (CRN)
Yorkshire and Humber (Y&H) and colleagues in neighbouring establishments,
attending regional and national meetings as required.
About us
Research
is at the heart of our Trust. Leeds Teaching Hospitals is involved in
research at all levels, developing and trialling new treatments for patients.
We believe that being involved in cutting-edge research helps us provide
better care to our patients.
Over
the next 5 years, we aim to be the best Trust to deliver high-quality
clinical research and to champion research amongst our staff. We also aim to
support and grow our world-class clinical infrastructure and assets for
research and innovation.
We
have a very proactive Research Academy. It offers an extensive programme of
education and training tailored to meet the needs of individuals, teams
involved in clinical research delivery in Health and Social Care.
Our
five Trust values are part of what make us different. They have been
developed by our staff. They are:
-
Patient-centred
-
Collaborative
-
Fair
-
Accountable
-
Empowered
Leeds
Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process of redeploying 'at risk'
members of our existing workforce to new roles. As such, all our job adverts
are subject to this policy and we reserve the right to close, delay or remove
adverts while this process is completed. If you do experience a delay in the
shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please bear with us while this
process is completed, and contact the named contact if you have any
questions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The
post holder will contribute actively to the conduct, coordination and
delivery of the Research Portfolio, under the leadership of the
Senior
Research Nurse/Midwife/AHP. Working effectively with the immediate and
broader
multidisciplinary team (MDT), being responsible for ensuring that high
standards
of clinical care planning, delivery, safety and patient satisfaction is to a
very
high
standard, compliant with Trust policy, study protocol requirements, local and
national
guidance and legislation.
The
post holder will support the Senior Research Nurse/Midwife/AHP, Principle
Investigators
and associated multidisciplinary colleagues in the planning, scheduling,
conduct,
recruitment, patient care, support and data collection required for all
studies
within
the department. They will be responsible for developing their own clinical
practice,
maintaining competencies (related to the research portfolio) and where
appropriate
taking delegated responsibility for the clinical elements of studies in line
with
Trust policies and study protocols.
Working
effectively and proactively with agreed external agencies and collaborative
partners,
the individual will adhere to agreed study pathways and processes to
derive
accurate and robust data capture, and ensure pharmacovigilance is
maintained.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The
post holder will contribute actively to the conduct, coordination and
delivery of the Research Portfolio, under the leadership of the
Senior
Research Nurse/Midwife/AHP. Working effectively with the immediate and
broader
multidisciplinary team (MDT), being responsible for ensuring that high
standards
of clinical care planning, delivery, safety and patient satisfaction is to a
very
high
standard, compliant with Trust policy, study protocol requirements, local and
national
guidance and legislation.
The
post holder will support the Senior Research Nurse/Midwife/AHP, Principle
Investigators
and associated multidisciplinary colleagues in the planning, scheduling,
conduct,
recruitment, patient care, support and data collection required for all
studies
within
the department. They will be responsible for developing their own clinical
practice,
maintaining competencies (related to the research portfolio) and where
appropriate
taking delegated responsibility for the clinical elements of studies in line
with
Trust policies and study protocols.
Working
effectively and proactively with agreed external agencies and collaborative
partners,
the individual will adhere to agreed study pathways and processes to
derive
accurate and robust data capture, and ensure pharmacovigilance is
maintained.
Person Specification
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for post
- Willing to undergo training as necessary
- Recent professional development
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (Level 1or 2) (RN Adult for adult areas and RN Child for childrens areas), Midwife or HCPC AHP
- Post registration qualification in specialty
Desirable
- Recognised teaching/assessing qualification
- Research qualification (e.g. certificate/MSc in clinical research)
- Non-Medical Prescribing (in some specific roles this may be an essential requirement for Registered Nurses and Midwife)
Skills & Behaviours
Essential
- Independence
- Autonomy
- Capable of lateral thinking
- IT Skills
- Time management
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Desirable
- Implementation of good clinical practice
- Clinical research experience
- Systemic Anti Cancer Treatment (SACT) competent
- Flexible and dynamic with the ability to adapt effectively to acute situations
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for post
- Willing to undergo training as necessary
- Recent professional development
Experience
Essential
- Significant post registration experience
- Experience of computer databases and administration
- Knowledge of clinical research specific issues
Desirable
- Relevant clinical experience
- Research experience
- Managerial experience
Skills & Behaviours
Essential
- Independence
- Autonomy
- Capable of lateral thinking
- IT Skills
- Time management
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Desirable
- Implementation of good clinical practice
- Clinical research experience
- Systemic Anti Cancer Treatment (SACT) competent
- Flexible and dynamic with the ability to adapt effectively to acute situations
Person Specification
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for post
- Willing to undergo training as necessary
- Recent professional development
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (Level 1or 2) (RN Adult for adult areas and RN Child for childrens areas), Midwife or HCPC AHP
- Post registration qualification in specialty
Desirable
- Recognised teaching/assessing qualification
- Research qualification (e.g. certificate/MSc in clinical research)
- Non-Medical Prescribing (in some specific roles this may be an essential requirement for Registered Nurses and Midwife)
Skills & Behaviours
Essential
- Independence
- Autonomy
- Capable of lateral thinking
- IT Skills
- Time management
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Desirable
- Implementation of good clinical practice
- Clinical research experience
- Systemic Anti Cancer Treatment (SACT) competent
- Flexible and dynamic with the ability to adapt effectively to acute situations
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for post
- Willing to undergo training as necessary
- Recent professional development
Experience
Essential
- Significant post registration experience
- Experience of computer databases and administration
- Knowledge of clinical research specific issues
Desirable
- Relevant clinical experience
- Research experience
- Managerial experience
Skills & Behaviours
Essential
- Independence
- Autonomy
- Capable of lateral thinking
- IT Skills
- Time management
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Desirable
- Implementation of good clinical practice
- Clinical research experience
- Systemic Anti Cancer Treatment (SACT) competent
- Flexible and dynamic with the ability to adapt effectively to acute situations
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).
