Job summary
The Research Nurse/Clinical Trials Practitioner is an autonomous specialist working within the multi-disciplinary team. The post holder will take responsibility for the co-ordination and management of a clinical research portfolio comprising of in-house, national and international phase II and III clinical trials in oncology and haematology.
Responsibilities will include education of patients and colleagues, coordination of care of patients on trials, collection and preparation of biological samples, collection of trial data and monitoring of the expected and unexpected side effects of drugs and other treatment modalities. The post holder will be expected to develop specialized skills and knowledge relating to the conduct of clinical trials, the therapies and the relevant disease sites. The post holder will be expected to have sufficient skills to enable patients to make informed choices concerning their involvement in clinical trials by providing advice and information and acting as the patient's advocate.
The post is clinically based to support research in all oncology and haematological malignancies, and post holders will be expected to provide cross cover for members of the team.
Main duties of the job
o To coordinate and conduct in-house, commercial and non-commercial national and international Phase I, II and III clinical trials..o Be accountable for the documentation of trial data according to ICH GCP guidelines.o Appling critical appraisal skills in evaluating research protocols.o Demonstrates autonomy as well as the ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary healthcare team in identifying and meeting the needs of the patient and his/her family during various stages of the healthcare continuum.o Coordinates and monitors the care of patients on clinical trialso Educates the multidisciplinary team about portfolio of clinical trials.o To act as a primary point of contact for patients in specific trials.o Educates patient and family about clinical trials, including the objectives, scientific rationale, treatment schedule, side effects and follow up plan.o Develops programs of care for patients taking part in clinical trials.o Mentorship to data managers and clinical trial practitioners.o Provides cross cover for other research nurses, trial practitioners, data managers and assistants working in the clinical trials unit as directed by the Clinical Trials Manager.o To take personal responsibility for promoting a safe environment and safe patient care by identifying areas of risk and following the incident, serious incidents and near misses reporting policy and procedure.
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:
University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)
National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals
University College Hospital Grafton Way Building
Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine
University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
The Hospital for Tropical Diseases
University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working.
To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working.
To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- NMC First level registration or equivalent relevant degree
- Basic computer literacy
- Competence in research orientated PC software (Access/Excel)
- For Clinical Trial Practitioner applicants up to date GCP training
Desirable
- Post registration oncology qualification or equivalent relevant qualification
- For Clinical Trial Practitioner applicants: Registration on the Academy for Healthcare Science Clinical Research Practitioner Accredited Register
- Up to date GCP Training For Research Nurse applicants
Experience
Essential
- Clinical trial experience for Clinical Trial Practitioner applicants
Desirable
- Significant experience of working in cancer
- Experience of working with oncology/haematology patients
- Clinical trials experience For Research Nurse applicants
- Experience of formal/ informal teaching of patients and staff
- Experience working as a preceptor/facilitator
- Experience of phlebotomy and cannulation
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Demonstrates evidence of professional development
- Proven knowledge of ICH GCP guidelines
- Proven ability to work effectively under pressure
- Computer literacy
Desirable
- Demonstrates ability to take charge and delegate duties
Values
Essential
- Demonstrate ability to meet Trust Values of safety, kindness, teamwork and improving.
Communication
Essential
- Proven ability to communicate effectively in writing
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- NMC First level registration or equivalent relevant degree
- Basic computer literacy
- Competence in research orientated PC software (Access/Excel)
- For Clinical Trial Practitioner applicants up to date GCP training
Desirable
- Post registration oncology qualification or equivalent relevant qualification
- For Clinical Trial Practitioner applicants: Registration on the Academy for Healthcare Science Clinical Research Practitioner Accredited Register
- Up to date GCP Training For Research Nurse applicants
Experience
Essential
- Clinical trial experience for Clinical Trial Practitioner applicants
Desirable
- Significant experience of working in cancer
- Experience of working with oncology/haematology patients
- Clinical trials experience For Research Nurse applicants
- Experience of formal/ informal teaching of patients and staff
- Experience working as a preceptor/facilitator
- Experience of phlebotomy and cannulation
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Demonstrates evidence of professional development
- Proven knowledge of ICH GCP guidelines
- Proven ability to work effectively under pressure
- Computer literacy
Desirable
- Demonstrates ability to take charge and delegate duties
Values
Essential
- Demonstrate ability to meet Trust Values of safety, kindness, teamwork and improving.
Communication
Essential
- Proven ability to communicate effectively in writing
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).
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).
Employer details
Employer name
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Cancer Clinical Trial Unit/UCLH
250 Euston Road
London
NW1 2PG
Employer's website
https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
