SC216223 - Research Nurse Oncology

NHS Scotland; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Scotland is seeking a committed Research Nurse for a fixed-term role in the Oncology department at ARI. This position provides the opportunity to develop research nursing skills and assist in various clinical research trials, contributing to patient care in a supportive team environment. Ideal candidates will have excellent communication skills and a desire to learn in a dynamic role.

Qualifications

• Experience in Oncology advantageous but not mandatory.
• Candidates should demonstrate a keen willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering direct/indirect care and treatments for research trial participants.
• Responsibilities include trial setup, recruitment, and monitoring study patients.
• Liaising with data monitors and collecting accurate data under oncologist direction.

Skills

Communication Skills

Flexibility

Caseload Management

Education

Nursing Degree

Job description

Research Nurse Haematology Cancer Trials

Fixed term – 2 years

Band 6

We are looking to recruit a nursing professional to an exciting and challenging research post based in the Oncology department within the Anchor Unit at ARI. This role will help you develop research nurse skills necessary to provide exceptional clinical research care to patients involved in Oncology clinical trials. You will be part of a well-established team of research nurses who will assist in training and mentoring.

You will assist in delivering direct/indirect care and treatments for participants in research trials. Responsibilities include trial setup, recruitment, monitoring study patients, collecting accurate data, and liaising with data monitors. The main duties will be under the direction of the Oncologists, with guidance from our experienced research team and senior Oncology/Haematology research nurses.

Previous experience in Oncology is advantageous. However, we will consider candidates with little or no experience but a keen willingness to learn. Excellent communication skills, flexibility, and the ability to manage caseloads to high standards are essential.

This role includes an educational component for student nurses, staff, and patients. We value and encourage student nurses to spend time in our department and will involve teaching students during their placement within the anchor unit.

Interested applicants should contact Shirley Richardson, Senior Research Nurse, at 01224 554781 for further information.

Interviews will be held on Wednesday, 2nd July 2025.

NHS Scotland is committed to promoting equality and diversity within our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. We aim for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. We welcome applications from all sections of society.

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