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    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • Research & Development
    Healthcare
  • London

Requirements

  • An exciting opportunity for a Research Nurse to join full time - UCLH/UCL Research and Development Agile Workforce in supporting multiple specialty studies across UCLH Trust.
  • Do you want to provide exceptional care and be involved in providing state-of the art treatments to patients? We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and highly motivated Research Nurse/Clinical Trial Practitioner to become part of the Research and Development Agile Workforce at UCLH.
  • The Research Nurse/Clinical Trial Practitioner will provide exceptional specialist nursing care to a wide variety of patients across multiple specialties (Neurology, Women’s health, Paediatrics, Infectious disease, and many others) and deliver different phases of research across the trust.
  • This includes early phase clinical trials as well as larger scale multicentre studies. We are looking for an individual with excellent communication and organisational skills with attention to detail.
  • The successful candidate will need willingness to learn and an interest in working across a range of specialties at UCLH/UCL.
  • The post holder will be supported by Senior Research Team within the unit, and the role is ideal for highly motivated individuals who are keen to develop their career in Clinical Research Nursing/Clinical Trials.
  • The post holders will work in close collaboration with Principal Investigator and Research Support Staff, to ensure compliance with Trust Policy, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Human Tissue Act (HTA), and trial specific protocols.
  • As Research Nurse, you will play a key role in the successfully delivery of our clinical research within the research directorate division.
  • You will provide specialist skills and knowledge to coordinate and manage clinical trials and be responsible to provide high-quality research.
  • Your main responsibility will be ensuring the recruitment of patients, completion of trial related activities and reliable data collection as per protocol requirements in accordance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Research Governance and local Trust policies for research.
  • You will be required to plan and manage your own workload effectively and demonstrate effective time management and prioritisation.
  • A proactive, flexible and solution orientated approach is essential.
  • The ability to work autonomously but in collaboration with others is essential.
  • Strong communication and organisational skills are also essential.
  • A flexible proactive working approach is a key element to this role.

Responsibilities

  • The Research Nurse/Clinical Trial Practitioner will provide exceptional specialist nursing care to a wide variety of patients across multiple specialties (Neurology, Women’s health, Paediatrics, Infectious disease, and many others) and deliver different phases of research across the trust. This includes early phase clinical trials as well as larger scale multicentre studies.
  • The post holders will work in close collaboration with Principal Investigator and Research Support Staff, to ensure compliance with Trust Policy, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Human Tissue Act (HTA), and trial specific protocols.
  • As Research Nurse, you will play a key role in the successfully delivery of our clinical research within the research directorate division.
  • You will provide specialist skills and knowledge to coordinate and manage clinical trials and be responsible to provide high-quality research.
  • Your main responsibility will be ensuring the recruitment of patients, completion of trial related activities and reliable data collection as per protocol requirements in accordance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Research Governance and local Trust policies for research.
  • You will be required to plan and manage your own workload effectively and demonstrate effective time management and prioritisation.
  • A proactive, flexible and solution orientated approach is essential.
  • The ability to work autonomously but in collaboration with others is essential.
  • Strong communication and organisational skills are also essential.
  • A flexible proactive working approach is a key element to this role.

FAQs

What is the role of a Research Nurse at UCLH?

The Research Nurse at UCLH will provide exceptional specialist nursing care to a wide variety of patients across multiple specialties and deliver different phases of research, including early phase clinical trials and larger scale multicentre studies.

What specialties will I be working in as a Research Nurse?

As a Research Nurse, you will be involved in multiple specialties, including Neurology, Women’s Health, Paediatrics, and Infectious Diseases.

What qualifications are needed for this position?

The position requires a keen interest in clinical research nursing, excellent communication and organizational skills, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn across a range of specialties.

What support will I receive in this role?

The Research Nurse will be supported by the Senior Research Team and will work closely with the Principal Investigator and Research Support Staff to ensure compliance with relevant policies and protocols.

What are the main responsibilities of the Research Nurse?

The main responsibilities include ensuring patient recruitment, completing trial-related activities, reliable data collection per protocol requirements, and managing one’s own workload effectively.

Is experience in clinical trials required?

While relevant experience in clinical trials is beneficial, a strong motivation to learn and develop in the field is equally valued.

Will there be opportunities for professional development?

Yes, this role is ideal for highly motivated individuals who are keen to develop their career in Clinical Research Nursing and Clinical Trials.

What is the working environment like at UCLH?

UCLH offers a dynamic and complex environment, serving a large and diverse patient population while providing academically led acute and specialist services.

What is UCLH's commitment to sustainability?

UCLH is committed to becoming a carbon net zero health service, with ambitious targets set for net zero direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.

Who can I contact for more information about the job?

You can contact Jingle Sanchez, JRO Research Delivery Manager/Nurse at majingle.sanchez@nhs.net, or Subarna Roy, Senior Clinical Trial Practitioner/Agile Workforce Team Leader at subarna.roy@nhs.net for more information.

What pay scale will I be on if I start before autumn 2024?

If your employment starts before the 24/25 pay scales are implemented, you will be paid under the 23/24 pay scales, with any backpay adjusted accordingly.

UCLH provides first-class acute and specialist services in six hospitals in central London.

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Mission & Purpose

University College London Hospitals (UCLH) NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and most renowned healthcare providers. The Trust delivers high-quality patient care across a range of specialties, including cancer, neurology, women’s health, and emergency services. UCLH is committed to clinical excellence, research, and education, aiming to improve health outcomes through innovative treatments and world-class facilities. Their mission is to provide exceptional care and to advance medical knowledge for the benefit of patients and the wider community.

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