Senior Research Nurse

THE ROYAL MARSDEN; London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global cancer research centre in London seeks a Research Nurse to support clinical trials in the Haemato-Oncology Unit. The role encompasses organizing trials, recruiting patients, and mentoring junior researchers. Ideal candidates will have clinical research experience and be committed to high standards of patient care. Collaboration with a multidisciplinary team is key, making excellent communication and organizational skills essential.

Qualifications

• Previous clinical research experience ideally in cancer care or trials.
• Self-motivated and able to manage clinical trials independently.
• Commitment to high standards of practice in accordance with GCP principles.

Responsibilities

• Organize and manage clinical trials within the Trust.
• Recruit, educate, and monitor patients in clinical trials.
• Support and mentor junior research nurses.
• Coordinate and manage a clinical research portfolio.

Skills

Clinical research experience

Excellent communication skills

Administrative skills

IT skills

Flexibility and teamwork

Ability to inspire others

Education

Nursing qualification

Job description

An opportunity has arisen to work within the Haemato-Oncology Unit as a Research Nurse supporting our complex research portfolio during a 12-month maternity cover.

This pivotal role involves being part of a multidisciplinary team, including experienced medical and research staff, participating in a variety of clinical research studies. Ideally, candidates will have previous clinical research experience and will work within the guidelines and policies for conducting clinical trials, ensuring high standards of practice in accordance with GCP principles.

The research nurse operates as a self-directed practitioner, playing a key role in organizing and managing clinical trials within the Trust. These trials may relate to anti-cancer treatments (e.g., chemotherapy, radiotherapy, biological therapy, gene therapy, or surgery), symptom management, or other aspects of cancer care, such as screening. Central responsibilities include recruiting, educating, and monitoring patients entering clinical trials. The post holder will collaborate closely with the principal investigator and multidisciplinary team to support patients in participating in trials by providing advice, information, and acting as their advocate. They will also coordinate and manage a clinical research portfolio, ensuring ongoing care and support for trial participants.

Support and mentorship of junior research nurses, including education and training to develop their research skills, will be part of the role. Additional responsibilities include monitoring and improving nursing input standards within the team. The post also encourages undertaking personal research projects or further study, in consultation with the lead medical investigator and Lead Nurse Clinical Trials.

The ideal candidate will be a self-motivated practitioner with the ability to inspire others. Flexibility, teamwork, and independence are essential. Excellent communication, administrative, and IT skills are required, along with an openness to new initiatives.

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a leading global cancer research centre, partnering with The Institute of Cancer Research to conduct high-quality basic, translational, and clinical research aimed at developing better cancer treatments.