Research Nurse - Band 5 (Bank Staff)

Lstmed; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research institution in Liverpool is seeking a passionate Research Nurse to join their Human Challenge Facility. This role involves providing clinical care and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to advance vaccine research. The ideal candidate will be a registered nurse with strong communication skills and a commitment to improving global health. Opportunities for out-of-hours work are available, contributing to innovative research in a state-of-the-art facility.

Benefits

Unsocial hours enhancements: 30% increase to £24.26 per hour

Qualifications

• Experience in clinical research or trials (desirable but not essential).
• Knowledge of GCP.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical care to study participants in the HCF.
• Collect samples and complete data entry via electronic Case Report Forms.
• Ensure smooth clinical study operations in line with GCP guidelines.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Teamwork

Education

Registered Nurse with valid NMC registration

Job description

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Research Nurse - Band 5 (Bank Staff)

Reference: APR20257432

Expiry date: 22:59, Sun, 8th Jun 2025

Location: Liverpool

Benefits: Unsocial hours enhancements: 30% increase to £24.26 per hour (Weekend days and nights)

Research Nurse - Human Challenge Facility (Bank Staff)

Clinical Sciences

AFC Band 5: £18.66 per hour (subject to NHS cost of living)

Unsocial hours enhancements: 30% increase to £24.26 per hour (Weekend days and nights)

Temporary - Contingency worker contract

Based in Liverpool

An Exciting Opportunity to Join Our Dynamic Research Team!

Liverpool Vaccine Group (LVG) is seeking a passionate and dedicated Research Nurse to join our delivery team at the state-of-the-art 12-bedded Human Challenge Facility (HCF) in Liverpool. This facility will serve as a hub for experimental medicine research, focusing on human challenge models to test vaccine and drug safety and efficacy. The HCF will contribute to developing new treatments and vaccines, supporting LSTM's global impact on infection treatment and control.

The Role:

As a Research Nurse, you will provide clinical care in the HCF, delivering care to participants according to study protocols while maintaining high standards of clinical practice and GCP compliance. Your responsibilities include:

• Providing clinical care to study participants in the HCF
• Collecting samples and completing data entry via electronic Case Report Forms (eCRFs)
• Ensuring smooth, efficient clinical study operations in line with GCP guidelines
• Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of clinicians and scientists to develop better vaccines and treatments

This is a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of innovative research, contributing to life-saving vaccines and treatments in a collaborative environment.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Registered Nurse with a valid NMC registration
• Basic Life Support (BLS) or Immediate Life Support (ILS) trained
• Experience in clinical research or trials (desirable but not essential)
• Knowledge of GCP
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team
• A passion for improving global health through research
• Willing to work out of hours, including nights, weekends, and Bank Holidays

For full criteria, please refer to the job description and person specification.

You will work in the Human Challenge Facility located in the Liverpool Life Science Accelerator Building, part of the Knowledge Quarter. This state-of-the-art 12-bed inpatient facility advances vaccine testing pathways against infectious pathogens.

This post is a contingent contract, requiring work during social hours, evenings, and weekends.

Application Process: To apply, follow the link and upload your CV. Successful applicants will be invited to a recruitment event, including a short interview, HR checks, DBS, references, and a training and induction day in June/July.

Due to high application volume, we recommend applying early. Previous applicants need not reapply.

Inclusion and Diversity: We value diversity and seek to attract candidates reflecting our community's demographics, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, nationality, faith, social background, age, or disability. Recruitment is based on skills, qualifications, and experience.

About LSTM:

Founded in 1898, LSTM is the oldest tropical medicine research and teaching institution globally. We collaborate with governments, NGOs, private sector, and global institutions to improve health, especially in resource-poor tropical regions.

See our annual report to learn about our recent achievements.

LSTM promotes Equal Opportunities and Safeguarding Policies