Job summary
The Alzheimer's Society UK Dementia Trials Network (UKDTN) Lead Clinical Research Nurse has a key leadership and management role at a senior level within Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust (GMMH).
Working in partnership with the GMMH Clinical Research Delivery Manager, the local UK Dementia Trials Network (UKDTN) Principal Investigator Dr Ross Dunne, local and national UKDTN and Alzheimer's Society funded staff and the wider clinical and research infrastructure the post-holder will lead the delivery and growth of early phase dementia clinical trials across Greater Manchester.
Liaising with clinical investigators and both commercial and non-commercial sponsors the post holder will oversee the management and delivery of early phase dementia trial protocols and will be involved in ensuring that the research undertaken safeguards the well-being of the patients and is conducted within research governance legislation and Trust policies for Research. The post holder will also be responsible for directly managing and supporting patients on early phase dementia clinical trials.
Main duties of the job
Work closely with the R&I Trial Manager to facilitate the development, implementation, set-up and progress of early phase dementia clinical research studies, ensuring that studies are run in accordance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and the Research Governance Framework / UK Policy Framework for Health and Social Care Research.
Has extensive knowledge of the GMMH strategic objectives, the local R&D landscape and research specific guidelines e.g. Good Clinical Practice, Research Governance and EU Clinical Trials Directives.
Lead on the development and execution of relevant Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) ensuring these are updated as required.
Lead on the development of research protocols as required.
Ensure all study documentation is developed in order to accurately record research activity raise concerns and seek to address incomplete, inaccurate or misleading documentation.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 122 locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
- fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
- fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Registered nurse - currently registered with the NMC
- Masters in healthcare subject or substantial equivalent experience
- Teaching and Assessing Award (Mentorship)
Knowledge
Essential
- Current Good Clinical Practice certificate
- Good understanding of research governance guidance and legislation
- Understanding of evidence based practice
- Understanding of: Clinical Research in a Mental Health Trust and how delivery is organised, HRA and NHS R&D landscape, NIHR Local Clinical Research Networks, The Mental Health landscape and how care is organised
Desirable
- Understands "Systems Leadership"
Experience
Essential
- Significant Post Registration nursing experience
- Experience of working in Mental Health and Dementia settings or equivalent experience in providing care for patients diagnosed with MCI / dementia / neurodegenerative conditions
- Experience of conducting clinical research across a range of study designs in dementia / mental health / neurodegeneration or early phase.
- Significant experience in co-ordinating clinical trials from initiation to closure including archiving.
- Experience of managing teams
- Evidence of some leadership experience in a research context, leading to innovation in practice
- Experience of working autonomously and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Ability to organise and prioritise own workload
- Wide range of clinical experience and skills
Desirable
- Experience in the administration of rating scales commonly used in dementia and Mental Health clinical trials or studies
- Experience of clinical audits both internal and external including MHRA, FDA or Sponsor audits
- Experience of writing standard operating procedures for clinical research and individual protocols.
- Willing to undertake further clinical training as required such as venepuncture, cannulation, IV drug administration.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Highly effective communication skills
- Effective team working across professional and organisational boundaries
- Ability to work towards local targets, meet tight deadlines and cope in a highly demanding environment
- Significant involvement in informed consent process within scope of professional practice.
- Co-ordinates care pathway for patients and carers participating in clinical research
- Manages, assesses and supports the physical and psychological needs of the patient and carer
- Training and leadership skills
- Demonstrable IT Skills able to use Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook and use of databases
Desirable
Other requirements
Essential
- Evidence of on-going professional development
- Demonstrates interest in research
- Creative & Flexible approach to working hours
- Able to travel independently across multiple sites
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Registered nurse - currently registered with the NMC
- Masters in healthcare subject or substantial equivalent experience
- Teaching and Assessing Award (Mentorship)
Knowledge
Essential
- Current Good Clinical Practice certificate
- Good understanding of research governance guidance and legislation
- Understanding of evidence based practice
- Understanding of: Clinical Research in a Mental Health Trust and how delivery is organised, HRA and NHS R&D landscape, NIHR Local Clinical Research Networks, The Mental Health landscape and how care is organised
Desirable
- Understands "Systems Leadership"
Experience
Essential
- Significant Post Registration nursing experience
- Experience of working in Mental Health and Dementia settings or equivalent experience in providing care for patients diagnosed with MCI / dementia / neurodegenerative conditions
- Experience of conducting clinical research across a range of study designs in dementia / mental health / neurodegeneration or early phase.
- Significant experience in co-ordinating clinical trials from initiation to closure including archiving.
- Experience of managing teams
- Evidence of some leadership experience in a research context, leading to innovation in practice
- Experience of working autonomously and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Ability to organise and prioritise own workload
- Wide range of clinical experience and skills
Desirable
- Experience in the administration of rating scales commonly used in dementia and Mental Health clinical trials or studies
- Experience of clinical audits both internal and external including MHRA, FDA or Sponsor audits
- Experience of writing standard operating procedures for clinical research and individual protocols.
- Willing to undertake further clinical training as required such as venepuncture, cannulation, IV drug administration.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Highly effective communication skills
- Effective team working across professional and organisational boundaries
- Ability to work towards local targets, meet tight deadlines and cope in a highly demanding environment
- Significant involvement in informed consent process within scope of professional practice.
- Co-ordinates care pathway for patients and carers participating in clinical research
- Manages, assesses and supports the physical and psychological needs of the patient and carer
- Training and leadership skills
- Demonstrable IT Skills able to use Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook and use of databases
Desirable
Other requirements
Essential
- Evidence of on-going professional development
- Demonstrates interest in research
- Creative & Flexible approach to working hours
- Able to travel independently across multiple sites
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).
