Clinical Research Nurse

The Christie NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cancer treatment center in Manchester is seeking a Clinical Research Nurse for the Renal and Oesophagogastric Research Team. The role involves patient care during clinical trials and coordination of treatments. Ideal candidates will have experience in oncology or research. This is a full-time role but part-time applicants are welcome. Competitive compensation is offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in oncology or research preferred.
• Commitment to patient-centred care and high-quality research.

Responsibilities

• Lead own portfolio of clinical trials and act as key contact for patients.
• Support clinical trial recruitment and organization of treatment.
• Provide daily patient support during clinical trials.

Skills

Strong clinical and research skills

Excellent communication abilities

Organizational abilities

Job description

Clinical Research Nurse – Renal and Oesophagogastric Research Team

We are looking to appoint a Clinical Research Nurse (Band 6) in the Renal and Oesophagogastric Research team within The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. The successful candidate will have either oncology or research experience.

About the role

The post holder will care for patients with gastric or oesophageal cancer who are receiving systemic anti‑cancer treatments and/or radiotherapy within a clinical trial. You will work alongside a team of consultants, clinical fellows, clinical research nurses and clinical trial administrators, supporting clinical trial recruitment, co‑ordination of care and organisation of treatment, and acting as the key point of contact for patients.

We are looking to recruit a full‑time (37.5 hours/5 days) Clinical Research Nurse, but part‑time applicants are also welcome. An informal conversation to discuss the post is highly recommended.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead your own portfolio of clinical trials and serve as the key point of contact for patients.
• Support clinical trial recruitment, co‑ordination of care, and organisation of treatment.
• Provide day‑to‑day patient support during treatment within clinical trials.
• Act as the key point of contact for clinical trial sponsors and research organisations.
• Maintain accurate data entry and documentation.

Qualifications

• Experience in oncology or research preferred.
• Strong clinical and research skills, including trial management and data handling.
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities.
• Commitment to patient‑centred care and high‑quality research.

About Our Team

The Renal and Oesophagogastric team works on studies including early phase, biomarker trials, real‑world data, IMP trials, radiotherapy trials and will eventually be involved in innovative proton beam trials. The Christie’s research teams contribute towards pioneering research and innovation and we constantly work towards improving cancer care and patient outcomes.

What We Offer

The Christie is one of Europe’s leading cancer centres. We provide radiotherapy, chemotherapy, specialist surgery and a wide range of support and diagnostic services. We run one of the largest early clinical trial units in Europe with over 300 trials every year.

Contact Information

For further information or to discuss the post informally, please contact Paula Bell (Senior Clinical Research Nurse) at [e-mail] or 0161 918 7882.