Cancer Research Nurse

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust; England; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity to join the Cancer Research team at East Kent Hospitals. The Cancer Research Nurse will provide support in clinical trials, lead research initiatives, and work with a vibrant, supportive team in a leading NHS environment. This role requires experience in oncology and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience post-registration.
• Experience within oncology and effective multidisciplinary team working required.
• Knowledge of clinical research standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical research nursing support to oncologists and haematologists.
• Lead on the coordination and facilitation of concurrent clinical trials.
• Develop relationships with national research institutes and pharmaceutical industry.

Skills

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

Registered Nurse with current NMC registration

SACT training

Job description

Job Summary

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust (EKHUFT) is a large, diverse and complex organisation with an active and vibrant Research & Innovation (R&I) department. An exciting opportunity is available for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our busy cancer research team based in the Kent & Canterbury Hospital in East Kent.

The post holder will provide clinical research nursing support to consultant oncologists and haematologists. This will include taking responsibility for the management, co-ordination and facilitation of concurrent cancer research studies. In addition to the clinic/patient based tasks, this role includes document generation and control, project tracking and logistics, data collection, adherence to Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and research governance and assisting in the continued improvement in the care of research participants and quality of research data.

Due to the nature of research and potential fluctuations in study demands and/or workload and staffing levels, it may be necessary for the post holder to cover additional specialties and/or sites as required, therefore flexibility is essential.

Main duties of the job

Applications are invited for the post of Cancer Research Nurse at the East Kent Cancer Research Centre, based at the Kent and Canterbury Hospital.

The appointee will participate in clinical research activities involving both Investigator-led and Commercially sponsored randomised controlled clinical trials for cancer patients. The East Kent Cancer Research Centre has built up a national and international reputation for recruiting well into clinical studies. The post holder will lead on a variety of different clinical trials taking responsibility for the co-ordination, facilitation and delivery of concurrent research studies. You will be expected to develop a productive working relationship with national research institutes and the pharmaceutical industry and will also be expected to participate in teaching & audit projects. There is opportunity for national and international meetings. You will be based within a supportive and friendly research team of, nursing, medical and administrative staff. Ideally we are looking for someone with experience of clinical research or knowledge of cancer/chemotherapy, good verbal and written communication skills and experience of working in an acute health care setting.

About Us

Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.

We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with three acute hospitals and community sites serving a local population of around 700,000.We also provide specialist services for Kent and Medway.

We care about our patients and our people. We are focused on providing outstanding, safe patient care, and a positive working culture that benefits staff and patients alike.

The Trust's vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Embedding research is fundamental to empowering staff to lead improvements and inspire healthcare change. Our vision is to embed research in all of our clinical services and, in doing so, offer better healthcare for patients.

Research and Innovation leads to better care and outcomes for our patients and therefore we want to place it at the heart of everything that we do. We aim to build a dynamic, patient-centred, world class research portfolio, offering all patients opportunities to participate in studies of the latest treatments and therapies; ensuring East Kent Hospitals' position at the cutting edge of health care.

Details

Date posted

27 May 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year Dependent on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

344-9496COR-A

Job locations

Kent & Canterbury Hospital

Ethelbert Road

Canterbury , Kent.

CT1 3NG

Job Description

Job responsibilities

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Job Description

Job responsibilities

Please see Job Description and Person Specification located in supported documents for further information.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Minimum of 3 years of experience post registration/qualification
• Experience of working in/ with relevant clinical speciality teams- Research or Chemotherapy
• Experience of effective multidisciplinary team working
• Experience of working within oncology
  
  

Desirable

• Cancer research delivery experience
• Experience of mentoring/ supervising others
• Line management experience
• Appraisal process knowledge and use
  
  

Skills

Essential

• Proven organisational skills and ability to work to targets and deadlines
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Relevant Clinical skills
• Excellent interpersonal & communication skills at all levels
• Ability to work as part of a team and excellent collaborative skills
  
  

Desirable

• Sound Data input / key board skills
• Experience of teaching others and responding to learning needs
  
  

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of clinical research or chemotherapy
• Knowledge of clinical research standards and regulations
• Knowledge of safety reporting and pharmacovigilance
• Upholds and models the trust values
  
  

Desirable

• Basic understanding of research design and methodology
• Current understanding of key issues facing the NHS, both locally and nationally
• GCP trained
  
  

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration or equivalent qualification & experience in health, science or social care
• SACT training
  
  

Desirable

• Higher degree and/or formal study of research design
• Car owner/driver
  
  

Person Specification

Essential

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration or equivalent qualification & experience in health, science or social care
• SACT training
  
  

Desirable

• Higher degree and/or formal study of research design
• Car owner/driver
  
  

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kent & Canterbury Hospital

Ethelbert Road

Canterbury , Kent.

CT1 3NG

Employer's website

https://www.ekhuft.nhs.uk/patients-and-visitors/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kent & Canterbury Hospital

Ethelbert Road

Canterbury , Kent.

CT1 3NG

Employer's website

https://www.ekhuft.nhs.uk/patients-and-visitors/ (Opens in a new tab)