Research Nurse - Band 6 (Bank Staff)

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

Job summary

A leading research institution is seeking a dedicated Research Nurse for its Human Challenge Facility in Liverpool. The role involves providing clinical care, supervising junior staff, and contributing to innovative vaccine research. Ideal candidates are registered nurses with clinical research experience and a passion for global health.

Benefits

Unsocial hours enhancements

Opportunity to work in cutting-edge research

Qualifications

• Experience in clinical research or trials is essential.
• Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
• Passion for improving global health through research.

Responsibilities

• Acting as senior nurse on shift, supervising junior team members.
• Providing clinical care to study participants in the Human Challenge Facility.
• Collecting samples and completing data entry via electronic Case Report Forms (eCRFs).

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

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 6 (Bank Staff)

Reference: APR20257431

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

Location: Liverpool

Benefits: Unsocial hours enhancements: 30% increase to £29.89 per hour (Weekend days and nights)

Research Nurse - Human Challenge Facility (Bank Staff)

Clinical Sciences

AFC Band 6: £22.99 per hour (subject to NHS cost of living)

Unsocial hours enhancements: 30% increase to £29.89 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 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 human challenge models to test vaccine and drug safety and efficacy. The HCF will play a pivotal role in developing 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 clinical care in the HCF, delivering care to participants according to the study protocol while maintaining high standards of clinical care and GCP compliance. Your responsibilities include:

1. Acting as senior nurse on shift, supervising junior team members
2. Providing clinical care to study participants in the HCF
3. Collecting samples and completing data entry via electronic Case Report Forms (eCRFs)
4. Ensuring clinical studies run smoothly, efficiently, and in line with GCP guidelines
5. Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of clinicians and scientists to develop better vaccines and treatments

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to innovative research and the development of life-saving vaccines and treatments in a collaborative environment.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Registered Nurse with valid NMC registration
• Basic Life Support (BLS) or Immediate Life Support (ILS) trained
• Experience in clinical research or trials (essential)
• Knowledge of GCP
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team
• Passion for improving global health through research

Availability to work out of hours, including night shifts, weekends, and Bank Holidays.

(Refer to the full job description and person specification for essential and desirable criteria)

The role is based in the Liverpool Life Science Accelerator Building, part of the Knowledge Quarter, at a 12-bed inpatient facility advancing vaccine testing against infectious pathogens.

This post is a contingent contract, with hours including social hours, evenings, and weekends.

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

Early application is advised due to potential early vacancy closure. Previous applicants need not reapply.

Inclusion and Diversity: We value diversity and seek to attract candidates reflecting our community's diversity, regardless of background. Recruitment is based on skills, qualifications, and experience.

About LSTM:

Founded in 1898, LSTM is the world's oldest institution dedicated to tropical medicine research and education. We aim to improve health worldwide, especially in less developed regions, through research, partnerships, and community engagement.

Review our annual report to see our recent achievements.

LSTM promotes Equal Opportunities and Safeguarding Policies