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Clinical Research Nurse

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • Research & Development
    Healthcare
  • Manchester

AI generated summary

  • You need oncology experience, teamwork, strong organization, communication skills, patient care for trials, recruitment support, data entry experience, and willingness for training and supernumerary period.
  • You will manage clinical trials, support patient recruitment and care, coordinate treatments, assist sponsors, and handle data entry while collaborating with the research nursing team.

Requirements

  • - Clinical or research experience in oncology
  • - Ability to work as part of a team
  • - Strong organisational skills
  • - Excellent communication skills
  • - Ability to care for patients undergoing clinical trials
  • - Ability to support clinical trial recruitment and co-ordination of care
  • - Experience with data entry
  • - Willingness to undergo training and a supernumerary period

Responsibilities

  • - You will be the lead research nurse of your own portfolio of clinical trials as well as acting as the key point of contact for patients.
  • - Your day-to-day role will include supporting clinical trial recruitment, co-ordination of care and organisation of treatment, supporting patients while they receive treatment within a clinical trial, acting as key point of contact for clinical trial sponsors and clinical research organisations and data entry.
  • - You will work closely with and be supported by the Senior Clinical Research Nurse as well as the other Clinical Research Nurses on the team.
  • - You will be provided with a comprehensive training and supernumerary period to support your learning for this role.
  • - The Renal and Oesophagogastric team works on studies including early phase, biomarker trials, real-world data, IMP trials, radiotherapy trials and will eventually be involved in innovative proton beam trials.
  • - The Christie’s research teams contribute towards pioneering research and innovation and we constantly work towards improving cancer care and patient outcomes.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Clinical Research Nurse (Band 6).

What type of experience is required for this role?

Candidates should have either oncology or research experience.

What will the successful candidate be doing?

The successful candidate will care for patients with gastric or oesophageal cancer receiving systemic anti-cancer treatments and/or radiotherapy within a clinical trial, and will coordinate care and support clinical trial recruitment.

Is the position full-time or part-time?

The position is primarily full-time (37.5 hours/5 days), but part-time applicants will also be considered.

Can I have an informal conversation about the position?

Yes, an informal conversation to discuss the post is highly recommended.

Will there be training provided for the role?

Yes, a comprehensive training and supernumerary period will be provided to support learning for this role.

What type of studies will the Renal and Oesophagogastric team work on?

The team will work on a portfolio of studies including early phase, biomarker trials, real-world data, IMP trials, and radiotherapy trials, and will eventually involve innovative proton beam trials.

Where is this position located?

The position is located within The Christie NHS Foundation Trust, which is one of the largest cancer treatment centres in Europe.

How can I get in touch for further details?

You can contact Paula Bell, Senior Clinical Research Nurse, via email at Paula.bell13@nhs.net or by telephone at 0161 918 7882.

The Christie NHS Foundation Trust is one of Europe’s leading cancer centres, treating more than 44,000 patients a year.

Science & Healthcare
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1932
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

The Christie NHS Foundation Trust, based in Manchester, specializes in cancer care and provides a range of services including treatment, research, and support for cancer patients. Their mission is to deliver world-class, patient-centered care and to lead in cancer research and innovation. The Trust aims to improve cancer outcomes and quality of life through cutting-edge treatments, comprehensive care, and a commitment to advancing cancer research.