Research Nurse in human Nutrition and Metabolism [Temporary Cover]

University of Cambridge; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Research Nurse to join their dynamic team in human nutrition research. This role offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with leading experts at a world-renowned institute, contributing to groundbreaking studies in human metabolism. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and organisational skills, alongside a passion for research and nursing. If you're eager to make a significant impact in the field of health care, this temporary position could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Considerable nursing experience and enthusiasm for research are essential.
• Experience in human physiology/metabolism and/or clinical research is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating studies and recruiting patients.
• Maintaining accurate records and contributing to report writing.
• Performing clinical study activities with patients.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Nursing experience

Interest in research

Education

NMC Registration

Job description

Research Nurse in human Nutrition and Metabolism [Temporary Cover]

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An exciting opportunity has arisen within the evolving area of human nutrition research at the Institute of Metabolic Science (https://www.ims.cam.ac.uk/). We are seeking a research nurse to join our efforts to increase the current knowledge in human metabolism. The role offers an exceptional opportunity to join Dr. Maria Chondronikola's and Professor Sir Stephen O'Rahilly's groups which are based in the highly collaborative environment and world-leading institute at the University of Cambridge.

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic individual as a Research Nurse. The post holder will be in contact with a broad professional group, as well as members of the public and research sponsors, therefore excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills are paramount. We are seeking a flexible, motivated team player with considerable nursing experience and an interest and enthusiasm for research. Experience in human physiology/metabolism and/or clinical research would be advantageous. The post holder will be an integral member of the research team, involved in recruiting to, and coordinating, any studies in this area of research.

Major Responsibilities Will Be

• Coordinating studies
• Recruitment strategies/recruiting patients
• Maintaining accurate records/other documentation and contributing to report writing
• Performing several clinical study activities with patients
  
  

Fixed Term: The post is available for 1 years in the first instance with potential extension.

Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service check (enhanced with adults' barred list), a basic disclosure (criminal records check) check, a health assessment and a security check. This appointment also requires NMC Registration, a Research Passport application and an Honorary Clinical Contract.

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Please ensure that you upload a covering letter and CV in the Upload section of the online application. The covering letter should outline how you match the criteria for the post and why you are applying for this role. If you upload any additional documents which have not been requested, we will not be able to consider these as part of your application.

Please include details of your referees, including email address and phone number, one of which must be your most recent line manager.

Closing date: 30th May 2025

Interview date: To be confirmed

Proposed start date: July - September 2025

Please quote reference RG45842 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

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