Job summary
We are seeking two research nurses interested in contributing to clinical research in the Vasculitis and Lupus Research Group which is a dynamic team conducting both commercial and investigator-led research into autoimmune diseases, particularly Lupus, Vasculitis, and Behet's disease.
Based at Cambridge University Hospitals (Addenbrooke's) you will support the delivery of commercial and NIHR portfolio studies under the guidance of the Vasculitis Senior Nurse Specialist and the Senior Clinical Trials Coordinator. You will be involved in a range of activities, with opportunities for involvement in all research aspects across many specialties, this is an ideal post for nurses with previous clinical research experience. Applicants with extensive clinical expertise, evidence of CPD activities and a willingness to learn will also be considered. We can offer a comprehensive training programme, ongoing support and actively encourage continuing professional development.
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will assist in developing, supporting and promoting research within the Vasculitis and Lupus research group. Working closely with a multidisciplinary team, and in accordance to Good Clinical Practice, HTA regulations, research governance and EU Clinical Trials legislation, the key responsibilities are:
- Assisting in identification of eligible study and clinical trial participants
- provision of information and support for patients/participants
- recruitment and informed consent
- patient treatment, including administration of study drugs, and follow-up
- co-ordination of study/trial sample collection, processing and storage
- data collection and entry according to specific clinical trial protocols
About us
Come Nurse with us...
Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the country. It comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital. We provide accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge and regional and national specialist services. It's a great place to nurse, work and live.
You will work on a vibrant hospital campus with a friendly community feel; we have excellent facilities to practise your skills and abilities to support your career pathway and development. Our values of Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent support the delivery of outstanding care. We have a fully electronic patient record system that is improving health-care quality; this is transforming services, improving patient safety and clinical outcomes.
CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of people's age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.
Closing date: 16 April 2023
Interviews are due to be held on 26 April 2023
Why choose Cambridge University Hospitals?
- Our values and reputation for outstanding care
- Opportunities to experience a range of specialities
- Career and development opportunities
- Preceptorship and mentoring programmes delivered by a dedicated clinical education support team
- Research experience and opportunities
- Lovely location and quality of life
- Excellent schools/colleges and transport links (road, rail and air)
Benefits to you
We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse, day nurseries and access to a great transport system with easy access to airports and rail travel.
Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases alternative working hours will be considered.
We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.
Closing date: 16 April 2023
Interviews are due to be held on 26 April 2023
Why choose Cambridge University Hospitals?
- Our values and reputation for outstanding care
- Opportunities to experience a range of specialities
- Career and development opportunities
- Preceptorship and mentoring programmes delivered by a dedicated clinical education support team
- Research experience and opportunities
- Lovely location and quality of life
- Excellent schools/colleges and transport links (road, rail and air)
Benefits to you
We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse, day nurseries and access to a great transport system with easy access to airports and rail travel.
Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases alternative working hours will be considered.
We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- oRGN Adult or RM with current NMC registration
Desirable
- oClinical research qualification
Experience
Essential
- oSubstantial experience of working with patients and their carers within clinical areas oExperience in a relevant field within the NHS oExperience of working within multi-disciplinary teams
Desirable
- oPost registration experience at Band 5 or above in an acute clinical setting oExperience of autoimmune disease and/or experience of working in a clinical research environment oExperience of co-ordinating Ethics and regulatory submissions oExperience of working with clinical and academic research teams oLaboratory experience (including working with human biological samples)
Knowledge
Essential
- oDemonstrable knowledge of clinical research infrastructure in the UK; and of Research Government legislation & regulations oDemonstrable knowledge of the role of the clinical research nurse; understanding the issues/process of gaining informed consent oBasic knowledge of research methods
Desirable
- oEvidence of continuing professional development oUnderstanding of the requirements of ICH Good Clinical Practice; possess current GCP Certificate oUnderstand the structure, role & functions of RECs and R&D departments
Skills
Essential
- oGood written and spoken English oAbility to work independently but also able to operate effectively within multi-disciplinary teams and across professional disciplines oExcellent interpersonal and communication skills: ability to develop good working relationships with diverse study participants, healthcare professionals and external agencies oAble to support participants through the informed consent process oAbility to lead, motivate and develop junior staff oGood organisational, time & project management skills: and able to plan, prioritise & co-ordinate work under pressure oGood presentation skills oNumerate with good IT skills; competent in standard PC packages (Windows, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access) oProven administrative skills with attention to detail
Desirable
- oCapable of writing reports and of presenting research related information to a wide audience oCannulation and venepuncture
Additional Requirements
Essential
- The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of kind, safe and excellent. This behaviour is outlined on the final page of this person specification.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- oRGN Adult or RM with current NMC registration
Desirable
- oClinical research qualification
Experience
Essential
- oSubstantial experience of working with patients and their carers within clinical areas oExperience in a relevant field within the NHS oExperience of working within multi-disciplinary teams
Desirable
- oPost registration experience at Band 5 or above in an acute clinical setting oExperience of autoimmune disease and/or experience of working in a clinical research environment oExperience of co-ordinating Ethics and regulatory submissions oExperience of working with clinical and academic research teams oLaboratory experience (including working with human biological samples)
Knowledge
Essential
- oDemonstrable knowledge of clinical research infrastructure in the UK; and of Research Government legislation & regulations oDemonstrable knowledge of the role of the clinical research nurse; understanding the issues/process of gaining informed consent oBasic knowledge of research methods
Desirable
- oEvidence of continuing professional development oUnderstanding of the requirements of ICH Good Clinical Practice; possess current GCP Certificate oUnderstand the structure, role & functions of RECs and R&D departments
Skills
Essential
- oGood written and spoken English oAbility to work independently but also able to operate effectively within multi-disciplinary teams and across professional disciplines oExcellent interpersonal and communication skills: ability to develop good working relationships with diverse study participants, healthcare professionals and external agencies oAble to support participants through the informed consent process oAbility to lead, motivate and develop junior staff oGood organisational, time & project management skills: and able to plan, prioritise & co-ordinate work under pressure oGood presentation skills oNumerate with good IT skills; competent in standard PC packages (Windows, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access) oProven administrative skills with attention to detail
Desirable
- oCapable of writing reports and of presenting research related information to a wide audience oCannulation and venepuncture
Additional Requirements
Essential
- The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of kind, safe and excellent. This behaviour is outlined on the final page of this person specification.
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Addenbrookes Hospital-R&D Divison
Hills Road
Cambridge
CB2 0QQ
Employer's website
https://www.cuh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)