Job summary
Do you have what it takes to lead a team of clinical research nurses & practitioners in an acute care setting in this rewarding and patient centred role?
We are looking for an experienced and engaging senior research nurse or registered healthcare practitioner with a passion for managing and empowering teams. Expertise in delivery of clinical trials is essential. Experience in oncology/haematology is desirable but the role is to manage an experienced clinical team so leadership skills are paramount.
It is essential that you have a post graduate Masters degree (or working towards) and clinical experience in clinical trial management. Highly developed management and leadership skills are essential to work with a diverse number of teams. Opportunities for developing new research and clinical skills are available and actively encouraged.
Main duties of the job
What we're looking for
We are looking for a full time band 7 senior clinical research nurse or registered HC practitioner to coordinate and deliver clinical research at NWA. You will be joining a growing team of research experts who are making a difference to the future of care in the NHS. We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual who is capable of contributing to the development of research at NWA at a time of change. You will work cross site between our main hospitals - Peterborough City Hospital and Hinchingbrooke Hospital as well as some presence at our other partner sites - Stamford & Rutland.
About us
Agile Working
We recognise the need to develop modern working practices to enable our employees to maximise their performance and productivity whilst maintaining a good work life balance and so have adopted an Agile working methodology as outlined within our Agile and Flexible Working Policy.
Agile working options are automatically considered for all roles within the Trust and options are detailed on the Agile Working Matrix attached to this post.Talk to the recruiting manager about what this means in practice for you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The role involves managing and supporting a team of research professionals to recruit patients with a cancer diagnosis into research studies, You will be responsible for supporting your team in identifying studies, assessing capacity and workloads, prioritisation, clinical feasibility, assessment, management and recruitment of patients into trials. You will have line management responsibility of clinical trials staff in your team which will include delegation, supervision, provision of education, appraisals. The role involves using an in-depth knowledge of trial protocols and their application in practice alongside a working knowledge and compliance with local, national and international regulations. You may at times also have a small caseload of studies. Effective people management skills and HR processes are key to this role. Demonstrated working knowledge of NIHR high level objectives and priorities is essential.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The role involves managing and supporting a team of research professionals to recruit patients with a cancer diagnosis into research studies, You will be responsible for supporting your team in identifying studies, assessing capacity and workloads, prioritisation, clinical feasibility, assessment, management and recruitment of patients into trials. You will have line management responsibility of clinical trials staff in your team which will include delegation, supervision, provision of education, appraisals. The role involves using an in-depth knowledge of trial protocols and their application in practice alongside a working knowledge and compliance with local, national and international regulations. You may at times also have a small caseload of studies. Effective people management skills and HR processes are key to this role. Demonstrated working knowledge of NIHR high level objectives and priorities is essential.
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- NMC or HCPC Registered
- Proven knowledge of Clinical Research Networks
- Degree level qualification in health related subject
- Evidence of relevant post registration qualifications
- Evidence of continuous professional development
- Masters degree or working towards
Desirable
- Management qualification
- Evidence of teaching/mentoring qualification / experience
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- working knowledge of ICH GCP
- Knowledge of HR processes
- Site File Monitoring experience
- management of staff experience
- First Hand Experience of Clinical Research
- Knowledge of the EU Clinical Trials Directive
- Experience of using MS Office and Excel spreadsheet
- Experience in Performance Management
- Experience in Supporting Principal and Chief Investigators in the delivery of research
Desirable
- Familiarity with establishing research pathways and detailed knowledge of study feasbility
- Previous budget holder experience
- Awareness of the research financial environment
- Audit Experience
Other
Essential
- Must be eligible to work in the UK
- ability to travel across sites flexibly to support staff as required
Key Skills
Essential
- Clinical skills in a range of disciplines
- Experience of working effectively both independently and as part of a team
- Evidence of excellent oral and written communication skills
- Demonstrates commitment to the principles of clinical governance and clinical supervision
- Evidence of Leadership skills - The ability to lead and support junior staff
Desirable
- Ability to co-ordinate an develop a balanced portfolio
- Ability to lead and manage meetings and workloads effectively in a multi-professional area
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- NMC or HCPC Registered
- Proven knowledge of Clinical Research Networks
- Degree level qualification in health related subject
- Evidence of relevant post registration qualifications
- Evidence of continuous professional development
- Masters degree or working towards
Desirable
- Management qualification
- Evidence of teaching/mentoring qualification / experience
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- working knowledge of ICH GCP
- Knowledge of HR processes
- Site File Monitoring experience
- management of staff experience
- First Hand Experience of Clinical Research
- Knowledge of the EU Clinical Trials Directive
- Experience of using MS Office and Excel spreadsheet
- Experience in Performance Management
- Experience in Supporting Principal and Chief Investigators in the delivery of research
Desirable
- Familiarity with establishing research pathways and detailed knowledge of study feasbility
- Previous budget holder experience
- Awareness of the research financial environment
- Audit Experience
Other
Essential
- Must be eligible to work in the UK
- ability to travel across sites flexibly to support staff as required
Key Skills
Essential
- Clinical skills in a range of disciplines
- Experience of working effectively both independently and as part of a team
- Evidence of excellent oral and written communication skills
- Demonstrates commitment to the principles of clinical governance and clinical supervision
- Evidence of Leadership skills - The ability to lead and support junior staff
Desirable
- Ability to co-ordinate an develop a balanced portfolio
- Ability to lead and manage meetings and workloads effectively in a multi-professional area
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
