NHSL 222360 Lead Research Nurse (PP)

NHS Lothian; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in the United Kingdom is seeking a Lead Research Nurse to join its established team at the Western General Hospital. The role emphasizes leadership, patient care in clinical research, and collaboration within a skilled team. Ideal candidates will have nursing experience and a commitment to high-quality care. This position offers excellent support and development opportunities.

Benefits

Comprehensive induction programs

Ongoing education and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Must have a commitment to quality care and patient safety.
• Experience in clinical research nursing is required.
• Ability to demonstrate leadership in a nursing context.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing care in clinical research.
• Support investigators and research teams effectively.
• Participate in the expansion of the research delivery center.

Skills

Leadership

Compassion

Motivation

Clinical skills

Job description

NHS Scotland is committed to promoting equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. Our goal is to have a workforce that is truly representative and where every employee feels respected and able to give their best. NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

NHS Lothian is recruiting a Lead Research Nurse at the Western General Hospital. This is a fixed-term position for 4 years.

We seek an inspirational leader who is caring, compassionate, and motivated to join our strong, empowered, and highly skilled nursing team.

Our organization is guided by a Vision, Ambitions, and Values that enable us to provide excellent care for our patients and service users. We emphasize a collaborative, person-focused approach to deliver high-quality, compassionate, safe, and effective care. We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where staff can realize their full potential and contribute positively. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and communities. We are committed to developing a nursing and midwifery workforce with diverse skills and experiences.

We value your passion for leadership development and alignment with our Strategic Plan. Our organization offers strong clinical education foundations, including induction programs, preceptorship, and collaboration with our education team to enhance your leadership skills.

Our recruitment process is values and competency-based, linked to our Strategic Plan and Nursing & Midwifery ambitions. We aim to provide an equitable experience, sharing interview questions in advance. Please note that due to high interest, the vacancy may close early once sufficient applications are received, so early submission is encouraged.

We fully support candidates with disabilities, long-term conditions, or neurodivergence by making reasonable adjustments during recruitment.

To work in the UK, applicants must demonstrate the legal right to work, as verified by the UK Visa and Immigration Service. Additionally, the role requires PVG Scheme membership; non-members must apply through Disclosure Scotland and be deemed satisfactory before starting.

The Edinburgh Clinical Research Facility (CRF) is recruiting experienced, enthusiastic Clinical Research Nurses to create a new Nursing and Clinical team for the NHS Lothian Commercial Research Delivery Centre (CRDC) at the Western General Hospital.

The CRDC is part of the 2024 Investment Programme to support patient access to medicines, NHS sustainability, and the UK life sciences sector.

Postholders will provide high-quality nursing care for patients and volunteers in clinical research across various specialties, supporting investigators and research teams to deliver safe and effective research.

Edinburgh CRF supports clinical research with existing facilities at Western General Hospital, Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, and the Royal Hospital for Children and Young People. The CRDC will expand capacity for clinical and commercial research in NHS Lothian.

What We Can Offer You

Joining our team offers opportunities to enhance your clinical skills in a supportive environment. Edinburgh CRF provides comprehensive induction, ongoing education, and development opportunities.

Further details about the role and the required skills and experience can be found in the job description and person specification. For questions, contact Corrienne McCulloch at 0131 357 3358 or via email at [e-mail].