Job summary
The
Research and Innovation Department are looking for an enthusiastic and
motivated person to undertake the role of Senior Clinical Research Nurse /
Senior Clinical Research Practitioner.
We are a hugely enthusiastic team with a thriving research portfolio of
studies. Our work ranges from small scale observational studies to large scale
multinational clinical trials within a wide range of conditions. Our team
includes Clinical Research Nurses/Midwives/Practitioners, Data Assistants and
Research Facilitators.
The role will be 0.8 WTE
We work closely with our
clinical teams to offer CDDFT patients the opportunity to take part in
research, seeking new treatments and better outcomes.
We
are seeking applications from experienced research staff, who can demonstrate
leadership qualities, an in-depth knowledge of research processes and a
thorough understanding of research governance and the research landscape.
Main duties of the job
The
successful candidate will be working in a leadership role and will be expected
to line manage the research delivery team at Darlington Memorial Hospital (DMH),
working closely with the senior clinical research professional at University
Hospital of North Durham (UHND).
Alongside line management
duties, the successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the
successful running of the R&I department as a whole, following the current
R&I Strategy.
The successful candidate
will be involved in decision making around research governance, business &
performance, and finance.
They will be expected to
liaise with the clinical teams regarding research involvement at all levels,
providing support and guidance to Principal Investigators and Chief
Investigators.
They will contribute
towards spotting positive opportunities for the R&I department to expand
their portfolio and improve their performance
They will be expected to
contribute towards annual events such as International Midwives' Day,
International Nurses' Day and International Clinical Trials' Day
They
will liaise with senior CDDFT nurses, midwives and managers to ensure adherence
to organisational policies and procedures
About us
If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager
You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks
We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented
We are unable to offer sponsorship for roles that do not require a professional registration, to apply you must have Right to Work in the United Kingdom. If you are in the UK on a VISA please ensure you have no restrictions that would prevent you from taking this post
Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents
Job description
Job responsibilities
Provide leadership to the delivery team, to enable them to
facilitate recruitment and delivery of NIHR portfolio studies across all sites
of County Durham and Darlington Foundation Trust.
Increase recruitment of NIHR portfolio research by assessing
and monitoring workload and performance of the team, by liaising with clinical
colleagues across the specialities, and by promoting R&I team cohesion and
nuturing of talent.
To oversee management of a range of portfolio studies
ensuring timely set up, recruitment and close down of studies.
To maintain effective and professional links with care
groups via informal ways and ensuring regular attendance at speciality
governance meetings
Identifty any barriers to research within CDDFT and work
with care groups and support departments to facilatate smooth running of
studies.
Line manage R&I staff at UHND, including management of
attendance, appraisals, performance, regular one to one meetings, offering
support and leadership, mentorship, and facilitating the professional
development of the team.
Lead monthly R&I delivery team meetings
Attend monthly R&I senior team meetings to discuss
governance, performance and finance
Key contributer to the senior leadership of the R&I
department.
Liaise with the North East and North Cumbria Clinical
Research Network, and with research colleagues both regionally and nationally,
to share knowledge and ideas and ensure opportunities are identified
Attend CDDFT senior nurses, midwives and
managers meetings to ensure up to date knowledge about organisational policies
and procedures.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Provide leadership to the delivery team, to enable them to
facilitate recruitment and delivery of NIHR portfolio studies across all sites
of County Durham and Darlington Foundation Trust.
Increase recruitment of NIHR portfolio research by assessing
and monitoring workload and performance of the team, by liaising with clinical
colleagues across the specialities, and by promoting R&I team cohesion and
nuturing of talent.
To oversee management of a range of portfolio studies
ensuring timely set up, recruitment and close down of studies.
To maintain effective and professional links with care
groups via informal ways and ensuring regular attendance at speciality
governance meetings
Identifty any barriers to research within CDDFT and work
with care groups and support departments to facilatate smooth running of
studies.
Line manage R&I staff at UHND, including management of
attendance, appraisals, performance, regular one to one meetings, offering
support and leadership, mentorship, and facilitating the professional
development of the team.
Lead monthly R&I delivery team meetings
Attend monthly R&I senior team meetings to discuss
governance, performance and finance
Key contributer to the senior leadership of the R&I
department.
Liaise with the North East and North Cumbria Clinical
Research Network, and with research colleagues both regionally and nationally,
to share knowledge and ideas and ensure opportunities are identified
Attend CDDFT senior nurses, midwives and
managers meetings to ensure up to date knowledge about organisational policies
and procedures.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Graduate level qualification in any life science
- If a nurse applicant NMC Level One Registration, if a CRP applicant, registration on the CRP Register (or working towards)
- Evidence of continuous personal, professional and academc development
- GCP qualification
Desirable
- Relevant post registration qualification
- Masters level education in relevant discipline
- Leadership/management qualification
Experience
Essential
- Substantial experience within the research setting
- Knowledge and experience of handling complex relationships
- Managerial/team leader experience
- Experience of collaborating with other agencies
- Experience of mentoring and developing staff
Desirable
- Experience of costing trials and budget management
Statutory Registration
Essential
- NMC registration if applicable (nurse or midwife)
- Registered Clinical Research Practitioner register if applicable (clinical research practitioner)
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of Regulatory requirements pertaining to trials
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Performance managemnt
- Excellent IT skills in the following areas:
- Word processing
- Communication software all functions of MS Outlook
- Internet searching
- Spreadsheets producing multi-sheet tables, graphs, sorting and filtering
- Evidence of accuracy to detail in data collection
- Ability to work autonomously and as a member of a team, as well as part of the wider multidisciplinary team
- Ability to work across boundaries, integrating with multidisciplinary staff in relation to research trials.
Desirable
- Report writing and presentational skills
- Knowledge of project management methodology
- Knowledge of research design methodology
- Experience of open data platform
Special Requirements
Essential
- Ability to travel to local hospitals in the North East and North Cumbria CLRN, and across all sites within CDDFT. Potential to travel to other locations within the UK and Europe.
- Ability to work flexible hours to suit the needs of the service
- Ability to organise, prioritise and co-ordinate work of self and others
- Strong motivation to work within the research setting and to actively facilitate and promote research
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Graduate level qualification in any life science
- If a nurse applicant NMC Level One Registration, if a CRP applicant, registration on the CRP Register (or working towards)
- Evidence of continuous personal, professional and academc development
- GCP qualification
Desirable
- Relevant post registration qualification
- Masters level education in relevant discipline
- Leadership/management qualification
Experience
Essential
- Substantial experience within the research setting
- Knowledge and experience of handling complex relationships
- Managerial/team leader experience
- Experience of collaborating with other agencies
- Experience of mentoring and developing staff
Desirable
- Experience of costing trials and budget management
Statutory Registration
Essential
- NMC registration if applicable (nurse or midwife)
- Registered Clinical Research Practitioner register if applicable (clinical research practitioner)
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of Regulatory requirements pertaining to trials
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Performance managemnt
- Excellent IT skills in the following areas:
- Word processing
- Communication software all functions of MS Outlook
- Internet searching
- Spreadsheets producing multi-sheet tables, graphs, sorting and filtering
- Evidence of accuracy to detail in data collection
- Ability to work autonomously and as a member of a team, as well as part of the wider multidisciplinary team
- Ability to work across boundaries, integrating with multidisciplinary staff in relation to research trials.
Desirable
- Report writing and presentational skills
- Knowledge of project management methodology
- Knowledge of research design methodology
- Experience of open data platform
Special Requirements
Essential
- Ability to travel to local hospitals in the North East and North Cumbria CLRN, and across all sites within CDDFT. Potential to travel to other locations within the UK and Europe.
- Ability to work flexible hours to suit the needs of the service
- Ability to organise, prioritise and co-ordinate work of self and others
- Strong motivation to work within the research setting and to actively facilitate and promote research
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).
Employer details
Employer name
County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Darlington Memorial Hospital NHS Trust
Hollyhurst Road
Darlington
County Durham
DL3 6HX
Employer's website
https://www.cddft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
