Research Nurse

The Royal Marsden; Sutton Coldfield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Sutton Coldfield is seeking an experienced Research Nurse to support a clinical research team during a 12-month maternity leave. The role requires NMC registration, experience in oncology, and a strong emphasis on patient advocacy within clinical trials. This position offers opportunities for professional growth and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Continuing professional development opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Opportunities to attend overseas scientific meetings

Qualifications

• Experience as a staff nurse in oncology nursing is essential.
• Post registration experience in cancer care is required.
• Must be able to work unsupervised and handle pressure.

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate arrangements for patients in research protocols.
• Monitor patients receiving trial treatment and follow-up care.
• Ensure compliance with ICH GCP guidelines in trials.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

NMC registration

BSc / MSc or studying at relevant level

Continuing Professional Development

Tools

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Job overview

An opportunity has arisen to work within the Haemato-Oncology Unit as a Research Nurse providing support for our complex research portfolio during a 12 month maternity leave.

This is a pivotal role and you will be part of a multidisciplinary team including experienced medical and research staff, taking part in an exciting range of clinical research studies. Ideally with previous clinical research experience, you will work within the guidelines and policies for the conduct of clinical trials, ensuring high standards of practice in accordance with the principles of GCP.

The successful applicant will be required to work as a self directed practitioner and have the skills to motivate others. They should also have a flexible approach to their duties and the ability to work both as part of the team as well as independently. In addition, you will have excellent communication, administrative and IT skills and be supportive and open to new initiatives. Continuous professional development is highly valued and supported. Working as a highly valued member of the MDT, we encourage further study. You will also have the opportunity to attend a number of overseas scientific meetings. We can also consider flexible working arrangements if required.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be work under the supervision of the senior research nursing team within the Haemato-Oncology research department and has a key role to play in the day to- day running of clinical trials within the Trust. These trials may be related to anti-cancer treatment (e.g. chemotherapy, radiotherapy, biological therapy, gene therapy or surgery), symptom management or some other aspect of cancer care, such as screening. Central to the role are the recruitment, education and monitoring of patients entering a clinical trial. Working closely with the principal investigator and members of the multidisciplinary team, you will support patients who choose to participate in clinical trials by providing advice and information and acting as the patients’ advocate. An important aspect of the role is the maintenance of accurate and comprehensive records of data derived from the research studies. The post holder will be involved in ensuring that any research undertaken within the department safeguards the wellbeing of the patients and is conducted within ICH Good Clinical Practice Guidelines for Research.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

• To co-ordinate arrangements required for patients undergoing specialist investigations as part of the research protocol.
• To assess the patient prior to trial treatment, monitor the patient receiving trial treatment and follow the patient up on completion of trial treatment as required by the protocol.
• To collect and accurately record data in accordance with the requirements of the trial protocol.
• To participate in the design and preparation of research protocols, patient information sheets and other documentation associated with clinical trials, ensuring that these are reviewed and updated as required.
• To safeguard the integrity of the trial by ensuring compliance with ICH GCP guidelines.
• To be involved with the running of several concurrent research studies.

Person specification

Education / Qualifications

Essential criteria

• NMC registration
• Post registration experience in cancer care
• BSc / MSc or studying at relevant level
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development

Desirable criteria

• Recognised cancer nursing qualification
• Research methods education

Experience

Essential criteria

• Experience as a staff nurse in oncology nursing

Desirable criteria

• Experience as a research nurse / staff nurse working in a clinical research environment
• Previous experience in clinical specialty of haematology
• Personal and leadership management experience

Skills / Abilities / Knowledge

Essential criteria

• Able to work unsupervised
• Computer literate in Microsoft outlook, office, word, excel and PowerPoint
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Excellent cross-disciplinary communication skills and ability to facilitate collaborative working relationships
• Ability to work under pressure to meet service and patient priories

The Royal Marsden values diversity and is committed to the recruitment and retention of underrepresented minority groups. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates and candidates with disabilities.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are working to create a workplace that enables all staff to reach their full potential. We are committed to this because we know that greater diversity and inclusion will lead to an even greater positive impact for the people we serve.

Due to the high volumes of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close any adverts before the published closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications. We advise you to submit your application as early as possible to prevent disappointment.

Flu Vaccination – What We Expect of our Staff

At The Royal Marsden we have an immune compromised patient population who we must protect as much as we can against the flu virus. Each year, seasonal flu affects thousands of people in the UK. Occurring mainly in winter, it is an infectious respiratory disease capable of producing symptoms ranging from those similar to a common cold, through to very severe or even fatal disease.

The wellbeing of our staff and patients is of the upmost importance to us, and it is the expectation of The Royal Marsden that all patient-facing staff have an annual flu vaccination, provided free of charge by the Trust.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Applicant requirements

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.