Clinical Research Nurse

Clerkenwell Health; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Clerkenwell Health is seeking a Clinical Research Nurse to join their study team in London. You will support trials from setup to close-out, screen participants, obtain informed consent after training, and perform procedures such as phlebotomy, vitals, ECGs, and administering study medications.

No prior research experience is required as full training is provided, with emphasis on learning and adhering to GCP and the study protocol.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with current license
• Phlebotomy, vitals and ECGs experience
• Interest in clinical research and eagerness to learn
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Patient-focused and able to build rapport with participants
• Able to be on site in London 5 days a week
• Mental health nursing experience or cannulation skills are a bonus but not essential

Responsibilities

• Support trials from set-up to close-out with senior nurses and the Principal Investigator
• Screen participants and, once trained, take informed consent
• Carry out study procedures, including phlebotomy, vital signs, ECGs and giving study medication
• Support participants throughout their time on a trial, ensuring they understand the study and their rights
• Process, package and ship samples
• Schedule study visits and maintain trial records and case report forms
• Record and report adverse events in line with the protocol
• Work in line with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and the study protocol

Skills

Registered Nurse

Phlebotomy

ECGs

Study coordination

Communication

Education

Nursing qualification

Tools

ECG machine

Phlebotomy equipment

Job description

Clinical Research Nurse

London | On-site, 5 days a week | Permanent Position

Clerkenwell Health is a specialist clinical research organisation that runs clinical trials in mental health and CNS (central nervous system) conditions. They're looking for a Clinical Research Nurse to join their study team to support with nurse and study coordination activities.

This is a great entry point into clinical research for a Registered Nurse. You don't need any previous research experience, although this would be advantageous. What matters is a real interest in research and a keenness to learn. Full training is provided!

The role:

• Support trials from set-up to close-out, working alongside senior research nurses and the Principal Investigator
• Screen participants and, once trained, take informed consent
• Carry out study procedures, including phlebotomy, vital signs, ECGs and giving study medication
• Support participants throughout their time on a trial, making sure they understand the study and their rights
• Process, package and ship samples
• Schedule study visits and keep trial records and case report forms accurate and up to date
• Record and report adverse events in line with the protocol
• Work in line with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and the study protocol

About you:

• Registered Nurse
• Confident with phlebotomy, observations and ECGs
• A genuine interest in clinical research and keen to learn
• Highly organised, with strong attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Caring and patient-focused, and comfortable building rapport with participants
• Able to be on site in London 5 days a week
• Mental health nursing experience or cannulation skills are a bonus, but not essential

Why apply?

• Move into clinical research with full training, including GCP
• Work on innovative trials in mental health, a growing area of research
• Join a supportive, collaborative clinical team
• A clear opportunity to develop and progress your career in research