Clinical Research Nurse

BDD; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare

Generous pension scheme

35 days annual leave

Job summary

BDD Pharma is seeking a Clinical Research Nurse to join the Glasgow trials unit, supporting patient care, recruitment, and trial procedures within a fast-paced, regulated environment.

The role involves blood sampling, drug administration, adverse event management, and source/CRF completion, with a 37.5 hour week (Mon-Fri 8-4). Evening/night shifts and weekends may be required.

Qualifications

• Current and valid Nursing Registration with the NMC.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.
• Experience in clinical research and working in both academic and commercial settings.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and educate trial participants and monitor safety.
• Perform clinical procedures (phlebotomy, cannulation, ECGs, vital signs, urinalysis).
• Administer IV infusions and study treatments within protocol.
• Assess and manage adverse events and escalate when needed.
• Handle lab work including processing and storage of biological samples.

Skills

Clinical research coordination

Flexible working

Prioritisation

Time management

Education

NMC registration

Nursing degree

Job description

We are seeking an enthusiastic Clinical Research Nurse to join our team at our clinical trials unit based in Glasgow.

Supported by our fully trained clinical research team you would have responsibility for the care and wellbeing of our trial participants and be actively involved in trial recruitment and conduct procedures including medical checks, blood sampling, drug administration, managing adverse events and source/CRF completion. This is a busy clinical trial unit with multiple Proof of Concept and Phase I-II clinical trials running at any one time. Our clients come to us to help with challenging projects to treat real medical needs across a range of therapeutic areas which brings variety and interest to the role.

The successful candidate will be highly organised with exceptional attention to detail, proactive and comfortable working in a fast-paced, regulated environment.

This is a full time permanent position with 37.5 hours per week. Hours are generally normal business hours (Mon-Fri 8-4) however shift work will be required for some studies including evenings, nightshift and occasional weekend work.

Pay: £34,500.00-£37,000.00 per year

Education, Qualifications and Experience

• Registered Nurse (must have current NMC registration)
• At least 1 years current and relevant clinical experience
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Competent in core clinical skills including recording a 12-lead ECG, blood sampling via venepuncture and via cannula, cannula insertion, recording of vital signs, performing urinalysis, insertion of urinary catheter and providing basic nursing care and treatment as requested by the physician.
• At least 2 years previous experience within clinical research
• Experience of working in both academic and commercial research
• Have working knowledge of ICH/GCP and local regulations compliance

Personal Attributes:

• Have proven experience of prioritisation and time management
• Flexible approach to service delivery and committed approach to development.
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple competing priorities and utilise resources effectively
• Ability and willingness to work flexible patterns of working including evening and overnight work in line with trial requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Perform clinical study conduct in accordance with clinical study protocol and delegation log; this will include recruitment, education and monitoring of trial participants and collection and documentation of clinical data while safeguarding the well-being of participants at all times.
• Perform clinical procedures commensurate with professional registration including phlebotomy, cannulation, ECGs, vital sign assessment, urinary catheterisation and administration of IV infusions
• Safely administer treatments and drugs within the context of the clinical trial
• Assess and manage any adverse reactions, seeking senior clinical advice when appropriate
• Carry out research associated lab work including processing, storage and packaging of biological samples
• Work to deadlines and project schedules

Company Overview:

BDD Pharma is a science based pharmaceutical research company that brings together formulation development, GMP manufacturing and clinical trial services to fast track early product development. We are unique in that we are at the cutting edge of drug delivery research, developing and patenting new technologies to overcome some of the biggest pharmaceutical challenges while also using our expertise to support pharmaceutical companies to achieve their goals. There are not many companies where you can be involved in the strategy and development of a new medicinal product and then also see first- hand how it performs in the clinic.

• We offer a competitive salary and benefits package which includes private healthcare through Vitality, a generous pension scheme and access to our employee assistance programme with Health Assured.
• You will receive 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• The opportunity to work on a variety of projects across a range of therapeutic areas, helping to shape the development of new medicines with some of the world’s biggest pharmaceutical companies and those at the forefront of technological advances.

We offer a unique working environment with integrated formulation development, GMP manufacturing and clinical research services. This means that every day is different. Working at the cutting edge of early-stage drug development and clinical research provides a challenging environment with continued learning.

This role is not applicable for sponsorship and candidates must be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK.