Research Nurse

Transformationunitgm; Barrow-in-Furness; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking an Oncology Research Nurse to join their team at Furness General Hospital. This full-time role involves coordinating clinical studies, managing patient care pathways, and supporting research clinics. Ideal candidates will have a relevant nursing degree, experience in clinical trials, and strong communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to work within a diverse and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience of working as a research practitioner in the NHS or equivalent relevant experience.
• Experience of clinical trial set up from feasibility to archiving.
• Management and/or leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Study coordination of suitable studies.
• Delivery of investigative medicines.
• Recruitment and monitoring of research participants.

Skills

Clinical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Relevant professional degree in relevant speciality

Teaching qualification

Up to date GCP (Good Clinical Practice Training)

Job description

Main area Nursing Grade NHS AfC: Band 6 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (We offer flexible working and would consider a job share or part time hours) Job ref 331-B15720425

Employer University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Furness General Hospital Town Barrow in Furness Salary £37,338 - £44,962 per annum pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 02/06/2025 23:59

Research Nurse

NHS AfC: Band 6

''Creating a great place to be cared for and a great place to work''

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay has a firm commitment to strengthening the diversity of our workforce, and therefore welcome and encourage applications from likeminded people who can support our ambition to become effortlessly inclusive. We are particularly keen to hear from protected groups – including BAME, LGBT+ and people with a disability.

Job overview

We are looking for an Oncology Research Nurse to join our team based at Furness General Hospital.

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Oncology research delivery team as a research nurse to support a wide range of studies from observational studies through to phase 3 or 4 clinical trials.

The role will suit somebody who has nursing experience with our patient groups and is interested in working on Oncology studies.

This job is being offered as a full-time (37.5 hours per week) position, however, job-sharing or flexible working could be considered for the right applicant(s). We would also welcome applications for this post as a secondment, provided that your current line-manager has agreed to facilitate this.

On successful appointment, there is a tailored induction and training program.

The post holder may be expected to work cross bay as needed.

Main duties of the job

• Study Coordination of suitable studies.
• Delivery of investigative medicines.
• Working closely with the team to deliver the wider portfolio of studies.
• You will be responsible for assessing and managing the care pathways for patients and carers participating in clinical studies focused mainly in Oncology, but may be required to assist with other specialities if required.
• Recruitment, education and monitoring of research participants and the collection and documentation of accurate data including collection and management of tissue and/or samples.
• Supporting a wide range of research clinics.
• Conducting assessments as per the study protocol.
• Collecting physical assessments.
• Supervising and supporting junior staff.

Working for our organisation

We operate from three main hospitals - Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community health care premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.

FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.

WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.

All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website

Person specification

Education and qualifications

• Relevant professional degree in relevant speciality
• Evidence of CPD
• Teaching qualification
• Up to date GCP (Good Clinical Practice Training)

Experience

• Experience of working as a research practitioner in the NHS or equivalent relevant experience
• Experience of clinical trial set up from feasibility to archiving, including recruiting, co-ordinating and managing research and clinical trials across multiple specialties
• Experience of developing and working within multi-disciplinary teams and cross organisational working
• Management and/or leadership experience
• Experience of implementing change

Skills, abilty and knowledge

• Wide range of clinical skills relevant to your profession.
• Ability to organise and prioritise own workload
• Excellent written and oral communications skills, including the preparation of reports and making presentations
• Able to teach and facilitate small and large groups
• Knowledge of research including: National policy framework Involving service users HRA approval

PLEASE NOTE THAT SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED BY EMAIL.

The Trust promotes flexible working opportunities where ever possible to enable staff to balance their work and home life. We are committed to Equal Opportunities and aim to be EffortlesslyInclusive .

The trust operates a No Smoking Policy.

Only those applicants who demonstrate clearly how they meet our Person Specification will be shortlisted for Interview.

We reserve the right to close a job advert early where sufficient applications have been received.

The Trust does not offer interview expenses to shortlisted candidates unless indicated in the advert

If the post is subject to Disclosure & Barring Service checking, (formally CRB) a charge of £49.50 for Enhanced and £21.50 for Standard clearance and additional to this a £4.90 administration fee will be made to the successful candidate(s). This currently only applies to roles Band 6 and above and Medical & Dental posts.

Anyone newly appointed to the trust under the Agenda For Change contract, will be subject to the completion of a satisfactory 6 month probationary period. This will give the new staff member an opportunity to become familiar with the role and working environment.

We have introduced a new system called Pre-Onboarding, specifically to support you right the way through to your first few months in your new role with us atUHMB. This bespoke site has lots of useful information to help you settle into your new roleincluding: what to expect from the recruitment clearances process, where to get a uniform, when you'll get paid etc. As well as information on a number of our services i.e. Infection Prevention, Anti-fraud, Inclusion and Diversity, Care Certificates and much more. To access click on this linkhttps://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/uhmbt-pre-onboarding .

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.