Job summary
We are looking for a Senior Clinical Research Nurse to coordinate and deliver clinical research studies at Manchester University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (MFT). If you are committed to providing high quality care to patients and helping them to make the right decisions about their treatment options, with the skills to guide and advise them throughout their research journey, this role could be for you.
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual who is capable of contributing to the development of research within the Paediatric Oncology, Haematology and Bone Marrow Transplant research team. The team facilitates and supports the delivery of research within the Royal Manchester Children's Hospital, predominantly on Ward 86 (inpatient Oncology and Haematology), Ward 84 Day Case Unit/Outpatients, Paediatric Bone Marrow Transplant Unit and Paediatric Stem Cell Unit.
Current research undertaken within the team includes but is not limited to a wide range of commercial and non-commercial early and late phase studies looking at the efficacy, safety and tolerability of Paediatric Oncology and Haematology treatments. The team also supports Bone Marrow Transplant, CAR-T and other advanced gene therapy studies. We value all of our patients and our aims as a team are to ensure they feel informed and supported throughout their research journey.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be a key member of the clinical research team. They will be proactive in the management, co-ordination and facilitation of clinical trial activities to support delivery of current and future studies in the Paediatric Haematology, Oncology, Bone Marrow Transplant and Gene Therapy fields.
The post holder will take a proactive approach in identifying and recruiting potential research participants, alongside clinical duties including providing the highest quality patient care and collecting and processing samples.
They will be the main point of contact for study principal investigators, sponsors and patients and so effective communication and team working skills are essential. They will be involved in ensuring that research undertaken at MFT safeguards the well-being of patients and is undertaken within ICH Good Clinical Practice Guidelines.
The post holder will have a key role in providing and maintaining appropriate patient focused environment within the research setting. They will ensure data collection is to its highest standards, facilitating the production of good quality research with a commitment to the patient's safety and well-being.
About us
MFT is one of the largest NHS Trust In England with a turnover of over £3bn & is on a different scale than most other NHS Trusts. We're creating an exceptional integrated health & social care system for the 1 million patients who rely on our services every year.
Bringing together 10 hospitals & community services from across Manchester, Trafford & beyond, we champion collaborative working & transformation, encouraging our 30,000 workforce to pursue their most ambitious goals. We set standards that other Trusts seek to emulate so you'll benefit from a scale of opportunity that is nothing short of extraordinary.
We've also created a digitally enabled organisation to improve clinical quality, patient & staff experience, operational effectiveness & driving research, and innovation through the introduction of Hive; our Electronic Patient Record system which launched in September 2022.
We're proud to be a major academic Research Centre & Education provider, providing you with a robust infrastructure to encourage and facilitate high-quality research programmes. What's more, we're excited to be embarking on our Green Plan which sets out how MFT continues to play its part in making healthcare more sustainable.
At MFT, we create and foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, provide equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open, and transparent, protecting your health and well-being and shaping the future of our organisation together.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder with take the lead on delegated studies being responsible for their development, implementation and progress. They will take a proactive approach in identifying and recruiting potential research participants, in addition to carrying out clinical interventions. The post holder will be responsible for precise and timely data entry to ensure the highest validity of research is carried out. The post holder will be the main point of contact for study principal investigators, sponsors and patients and therefore excellent communication and team working skills are essential. The post holder willdeliver high quality patient care to ensure patients and their families feel supported throughout their research journey. Refer to attached Job Description for further responsibilities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder with take the lead on delegated studies being responsible for their development, implementation and progress. They will take a proactive approach in identifying and recruiting potential research participants, in addition to carrying out clinical interventions. The post holder will be responsible for precise and timely data entry to ensure the highest validity of research is carried out. The post holder will be the main point of contact for study principal investigators, sponsors and patients and therefore excellent communication and team working skills are essential. The post holder willdeliver high quality patient care to ensure patients and their families feel supported throughout their research journey. Refer to attached Job Description for further responsibilities.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse - Currently registered with the NMC
- Degree in healthcare subject or equivalent level of experience
Desirable
- ICH-Good Clinical Practice certificate
- Mentorship training
- Additional specialist training
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of clinical research
- Knowledge of ICH-Good Clinical Practice regulations relating to clinical research
Desirable
- Knowledge of clinical and research governance
- Knowledge of Trust policies and procedures
Training and experience
Essential
- Proven experience of working in a clinical environment
- Proven experience of working to deadlines
- Proven experience of dealing with a busy workload
- Experience of explaining complex concepts to patients in a clear and simplified manner
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Data management experience
- Experience in clinical research
- Interest in research
- Experience of working in a paediatric oncology, haematology or bone marrow transplant setting
Skills and abilities
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Awareness and respect for confidentiality
- Demonstrable IT skills including Microsoft Office Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook
- Ability to demonstrate people management
Desirable
- Advanced use of spreadsheets
- Knowledge of information governance
- Wide range of clinical skills, including venepuncture and cannulation
- Competent in safe administration of cytotoxic drugs
Attributes
Essential
- Proactive and able to work on own initiative
- Ability to organise and prioritise own workload
- Team player
- Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure
- Ability to delegate where appropriate
- Ability to work flexible shift pattern as required
- Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
- Self-motivated
- Innovative
- Conscientious and hard working
- Tactful and diplomatic
- Ability to work to tight and/or unexpected deadlines
- Willingness to undertake training
- Willingness to travel across multiple sites as indicated
Desirable
- Ability to troubleshoot effectively
Other
Essential
- Ability to work unsupervised or part of a team
- Demonstrate ability to meet the Trust values
Desirable
- Awareness of research at MFT
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse - Currently registered with the NMC
- Degree in healthcare subject or equivalent level of experience
Desirable
- ICH-Good Clinical Practice certificate
- Mentorship training
- Additional specialist training
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of clinical research
- Knowledge of ICH-Good Clinical Practice regulations relating to clinical research
Desirable
- Knowledge of clinical and research governance
- Knowledge of Trust policies and procedures
Training and experience
Essential
- Proven experience of working in a clinical environment
- Proven experience of working to deadlines
- Proven experience of dealing with a busy workload
- Experience of explaining complex concepts to patients in a clear and simplified manner
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Data management experience
- Experience in clinical research
- Interest in research
- Experience of working in a paediatric oncology, haematology or bone marrow transplant setting
Skills and abilities
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Awareness and respect for confidentiality
- Demonstrable IT skills including Microsoft Office Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook
- Ability to demonstrate people management
Desirable
- Advanced use of spreadsheets
- Knowledge of information governance
- Wide range of clinical skills, including venepuncture and cannulation
- Competent in safe administration of cytotoxic drugs
Attributes
Essential
- Proactive and able to work on own initiative
- Ability to organise and prioritise own workload
- Team player
- Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure
- Ability to delegate where appropriate
- Ability to work flexible shift pattern as required
- Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
- Self-motivated
- Innovative
- Conscientious and hard working
- Tactful and diplomatic
- Ability to work to tight and/or unexpected deadlines
- Willingness to undertake training
- Willingness to travel across multiple sites as indicated
Desirable
- Ability to troubleshoot effectively
Other
Essential
- Ability to work unsupervised or part of a team
- Demonstrate ability to meet the Trust values
Desirable
- Awareness of research at MFT
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).
