Research Nurse - Band 5 (Bank Staff)

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

Job summary

Join a leading Research Nurse team at the Liverpool Vaccine Group's cutting-edge Human Challenge Facility. Deliver essential clinical care in a pioneering research environment, contributing to vaccine and treatment development. Ideal for passionate nurses with GCP knowledge and a desire to improve global health through innovative research.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with valid NMC registration.
• Trained in Basic Life Support (BLS) or Immediate Life Support (ILS).
• Experience in clinical research or trials is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical care to study participants.
• Collect samples and complete data entry.
• Ensure compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP).

Skills

Clinical care

Communication

Organisational skills

Education

Registered Nurse with valid NMC registration

Basic Life Support (BLS) or Immediate Life Support (ILS) trained

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

Applications for night shift coverage are particularly welcomed

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 dynamic and agile delivery team at our state-of-the-art 12-bedded Human Challenge Facility (HCF) in Liverpool. This cutting-edge facility will serve as a focal point for experimental medicine research, focusing on unique human challenge models to test vaccine and drug safety and efficacy. The HCF will play a pivotal role in the development of new treatments and vaccines, enabling LSTM to continue its global impact on infection treatment and control.

The Role:

As a Research Nurse, you will provide essential clinical care in the HCF, delivering care to participants according to the study protocol while maintaining the highest standards of clinical care and complying with Good Clinical Practice (GCP). Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing clinical care to study participants during their time in the HCF
• Collecting samples and completing data entry using electronic Case Report Forms (eCRFs)
• Ensuring clinical studies run smoothly, efficiently, and in line with GCP guidelines
• Working alongside a multidisciplinary team of clinicians and scientists to develop better vaccines and treatments for future generations

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

The Ideal Candidate:

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

(For a full list of essential and desirable criteria please refer to the job description and person specification)

You will work in the Human Challenge Facility in the Liverpool Life Science Accelerator Building, part of the Knowledge Quarter. The state of the art 12 bedded inpatient facility will advance the vaccine testing pathway to protect against infectious pathogens.

This post is a contingent contract, meaning hours of work will include social hours, evenings, and weekends.

Application Process: To apply for the position please follow the apply link and upload your CV.

Successful applicants will be invited to attend a recruitment event involving a short interview followed by a meeting with HR to complete DBS, reference checks, and book on to a training and induction day in June / July.

Due to the volume of applications, we sometimes close vacancies early. It is advisable to apply early if you wish to be considered.

Please note that previous applicants need not apply again.

Inclusion is central to our values at LSTM

We seek to attract and recruit people reflecting the diversity of our communities, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, nationality, faith or belief, social background, age, and disability. Candidates are selected based on skills, qualifications, and experience.

About LSTM

Founded in 1898, the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (LSTM) is the oldest of its kind worldwide, recognized for teaching and research in tropical diseases. Our work aims to improve health globally, especially in less developed countries, through collaborations with governments, NGOs, and other organizations.

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LSTM actively promotes Equal Opportunities and Safeguarding Policies