Research Nurse - Band 6 (Bank Staff)

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

Job summary

LSTM is seeking a passionate Research Nurse for its Human Challenge Facility in Liverpool. This role involves providing clinical care, supervising staff, and contributing to innovative research on vaccines and treatments. Ideal candidates will have NMC registration and experience in clinical trials.

Benefits

Unsocial hours enhancements: 30% increase to £29.89 per hour

Qualifications

• Experience in clinical research or clinical trials is essential.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) or Immediate Life Support (ILS) trained.
• Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP).

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical care to study participants during their time in the HCF.
• Act as senior nurse on shift, supervising junior team members.
• Ensure clinical studies run smoothly and comply with GCP guidelines.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Education

Registered Nurse with valid NMC registration

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 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 cover 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:

• Act as senior nurse on shift, providing supervision to junior members of the team
• 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 (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-bed 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 to 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.

Inclusion is central to our values at LSTM

We seek to attract and recruit people who reflect 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. It is an internationally recognized centre for teaching and research in tropical diseases. LSTM aims to promote improved health, especially in less developed and resource-poor countries, by creating effective links with governments, NGOs, private organizations, and global institutions, responding to community health needs.

Learn more about our work by viewing our annual report.

LSTM actively promotes Equal Opportunities and Safeguarding Policies