Senior Research Nurse - Glasgow Clinical research Facility

NHS Scotland; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 79,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Study bursaries

Learning & development opportunities

Flexible working

Job summary

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) invites applications for a Senior Research Nurse to lead renal-focused clinical research within the Glasgow Clinical Research Facility (GCRF). The role spans multiple sites and requires collaboration with investigators and multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality studies and compliance with governance and GCP guidelines.

The post involves coordinating study delivery, managing a caseload, and supporting a broad portfolio of CTIMPs and academic research

Qualifications

• Registered Adult Nurse with current NMC registration.
• Degree level education (or working towards) with CPD.
• Experience in renal settings preferred.
• Excellent organisational, communication and IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all aspects of clinical research study delivery, including recruitment, consent, treatment administration, education, monitoring and follow-up, with accurate data collection.

Job description

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The Role

An excellent opportunity has arisen for career development within the Glasgow Clinical Research Facility (GCRF), supporting the delivery of high-quality clinical research across NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde. The GCRF operates across multiple sites and provides comprehensive support to investigators delivering a diverse portfolio of research studies, including commercial clinical trials of investigational medicinal products (CTIMPs) and complex academic research.

We are seeking an experienced, enthusiastic, and innovative Registered Adult Nurse to join our team as a Senior Research Nurse, with a primary focus on renal research. While renal studies will form the main focus of the role, the successful candidate will also be expected to work flexibly across the wider GCRF research portfolio, supporting the safe and effective delivery of clinical research studies.

The Glasgow Clinical Research Facility (GCRF) operates across multiple NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde sites, including the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital, Glasgow Royal Infirmary, Royal Hospital for Children, Royal Alexandra Hospital, Gartnavel General Hospital, and Glasgow Dental Hospital, providing comprehensive support for the delivery of a diverse portfolio of clinical research studies.

All other roles will be assessed for sponsorship eligibility in line with current Home Office requirements. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) can only issue a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) where these are met.

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern

• 36 hours per week
• Fixed-term for 2 years
• Based at Queen Elizabeth University Hospital
• Core hours 08.00 16.00 with flexibility to meet service needs

Key Responsibilities

The postholder will coordinate all aspects of clinical research study delivery, including participant recruitment, informed consent procedures, treatment administration, patient education, monitoring and follow-up activities, and the accurate collection and documentation of study data.

Working closely with Principal and Chief Investigators and the wider multidisciplinary team, the successful candidate will manage a caseload of research participants while ensuring studies are conducted in accordance with research governance standards, Good Clinical Practice guidelines, and study protocols. The role requires effective communication, organisation, and the ability to work independently while contributing to the wider research team.

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job

Essential

• Registered Adult Nurse with current NMC registration.
• Educated to degree level or working towards a degree, with evidence of continuing professional development.
• Significant current clinical experience, ideally within a renal setting.
• Competence in clinical and technical skills, including:
• Venepuncture
• Intravenous drug administration
• Immediate Life Support
• Understanding of:
• Informed consent processes
• Confidentiality requirements
• Randomisation procedures
• Ethical considerations in research
• Knowledge of the Research Governance Framework and Good Clinical Practice.
• Experience working within a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent organisational, communication, and IT skills.
• Ability to prioritise workload and meet agreed timelines and quality standards.
• Ability to learn and adapt to new research protocols and projects.

Desirable

• Previous experience in clinical research (academic and/or commercial).
• Knowledge of current research governance and regulatory requirements.
• Full driving licence.

What We Offer

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow.

Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as "various", we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community.

We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer.

We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.

Nicola Thomson
Education & Training Facilitator
0141 232 7600
[e-mail]
For an informal discussion.

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