Research Nurse

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cancer research facility in London is seeking an enthusiastic Research Nurse to join their Head and Neck Research team. Responsibilities include managing oncology studies, ensuring high standards of patient care, and supporting clinical trials. Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to research excellence and patient advocacy. Opportunities for learning and flexible working arrangements are available.

Benefits

Opportunities for learning and development

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic approach to research nursing.
• Ability to manage oncology studies and patient care.
• Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of head and neck oncology studies.
• Ensure optimal communication and patient care standards.
• Support day-to-day running of clinical trials.

Job description

Overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic Research Nurse to join our supportive and dedicated Head and Neck Research team at Chelsea site. The Head and Neck Unit at The Royal Marsden is one of the largest of its kind in Europe and is recognised worldwide for diagnosing and treating cancers of the head and neck. IReC (International Centre for Recurrent Head & Neck Cancer) aims to set international standards in curative treatment, palliation, and supportive care of recurrent head and neck cancers.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of the Head and Neck research team, managing a portfolio of head and neck oncology studies.
• Fulfil the role of keyworker for patients enrolled on clinical trials, ensuring optimal communication and high standards of patient care in accordance with GCP.
• Primarily work under the supervision of the Senior Research Nurses or Lead Research Nurse within the Chelsea Head and Neck research team.
• Support day-to-day running of clinical trials within the Trust; trials may relate to anti-cancer treatment, symptom management, screening, or other aspects of cancer care.
• Recruit, educate and monitor patients entering a clinical trial; provide advice and information and act as the patient advocate.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive data records derived from the research studies; ensure research safeguards patient wellbeing and is conducted within ICH Good Clinical Practice Guidelines.
• Contribute to trial design and incorporate the perspectives of patients and nurses; liaise with pharmaceutical companies and academic institutions during trial development.

About The Royal Marsden

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre dedicated to providing excellent cancer care and contributing to global advances in cancer diagnosis and treatment. We employ thousands of staff across a range of careers and operate two hospitals (Chelsea, London and Sutton, Surrey) plus a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.

About working with us

We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment with opportunities for learning and development, clear career pathways, and flexible working arrangements where possible to support work-life balance. We welcome applicants who aspire to excellence and share our values.

How to apply / informal visits

For further details or informal visits contact: Name: Natasha Duperray, Job title: Lead Research Nurse, Email: [e-mail]