Research Nurse

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust; Bristol; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at a leading healthcare institution in the UK for a dedicated Research Nurse. This role involves coordinating clinical trials, ensuring compliance with ICH-GCP standards, and leading a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality patient care. You will be instrumental in managing a diverse portfolio of trials, contributing to innovative research, and maintaining effective communication within a complex regulatory framework. Join a vibrant team committed to excellence in patient care and research, and make a significant impact in the field of clinical trials.

Qualifications

• Experience in coordinating clinical trials and ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Strong leadership skills to motivate and train staff.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee clinical trials, ensuring patient safety and data accuracy.
• Assist in strategic planning and development of the clinical trials unit.

Skills

Clinical Trials Coordination

ICH-GCP Standards

Data Management

Patient Safety

Leadership

Education

Nursing Degree

Clinical Research Certification

Job description

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced, dedicated, and enthusiastic Band 6 Research Nurse to join our team.

The successful candidate will play a leading role in the planning, coordination, and completion of a portfolio of clinical trials, including some early phase trials.

The successful candidate will coordinate and oversee academic and commercial clinical trials, working closely with the multidisciplinary team and colleagues in the clinical trials unit to ensure patient safety, accurate data collection, high-quality care, and adherence to study protocols, maintaining effective communication and safe working practices within a complex regulatory framework.

Previous applicants need not apply.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Assist in setting up, organizing, and running clinical trials within the CTU, ensuring compliance with ICH-GCP standards and related regulations/SOPs.
2. Coordinate arrangements for patients participating in clinical trials, according to study protocols, and communicate necessary information to relevant personnel.
3. Manage a portfolio of trials related to specific site areas, collaborating with the data management team and other CTU members, keeping information up to date, and maintaining a comprehensive portfolio.
4. Provide leadership and motivation for staff, facilitate orientation and training, and ensure dissemination of study information.
5. Be professionally accountable for all actions and recognize limitations of the role.
6. Assist the Senior Research Nurses in managing the nursing aspects of clinical research and deputize in their absence.
7. Contribute to the strategic planning and development of the CTU.

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, with over 13,000 staff and more than 100 clinical services across 10 sites, serving a population of over 500,000 in South West England. UHBW is rated ‘Good’ by the CQC and is committed to excellent patient care, research, and innovation. Our hospitals are located in Bristol and Weston, offering a vibrant city life close to countryside and seaside.

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and actively promote diversity in our workforce.

For further details or informal visits, contact:

• Moira Tait, Senior Research Nurse
• Email: [e-mail]
• Phone: [phone]