Job summary
Are you looking for a new challenge? We have an exciting opportunity for a Band 5 Registered Nurse/Practitioner to come and join our friendly, motivated and dedicated multidisciplinary research team. The post holder will work on a variety of clinical research studies ranging from observational to large multi-centre randomised trials. They will take responsibility for the day to day care of patients/participants on clinical studies including the screening and recruitment of potential patients/participants, They will also assist in the delivery of the trial procedures and management of all the study related data.
For further information please contact Catherine Pitman c.pitman1@nhs.net 01752 439102 or Julia Alderton j.alderton@nhs.net 01752 439101
'Relocation package may be available'.
***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***
Main duties of the job
The post will offer the successful candidate the opportunity to gain extensive experience of clinical research and develop an understanding of the importance of research to the care and treatment of our patients. There are educational and training opportunities available to gain a wealth of knowledge and expertise surrounding a variety of disease areas.
You will be supported in the role by your team leader and the wider research team led by the Lead Research Nurse.
This is a great opportunity to learn about and deliver research and see first-hand the difference it makes to patients' lives.
We offer a full induction program with ongoing mentoring support. The department is committed to offer flexible working.
About us
We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Have an understanding of the clinical research team work-plan and contribute to its achievement.
- Manage research performance and study timelines of relevant studies.
- Collaborate with other Trusts and organisations within the region to improve research delivery.
- Keep up to date with research management issues through liaison with other Research Specialists /Team leaders and link with national networks.
- Provide relevant supervision and mentorship to members of staff and students.
- Take responsibility for own health, safety and security and promote the health, safety and security of the wider team.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of clinical and research policies, procedures and SOPs.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Have an understanding of the clinical research team work-plan and contribute to its achievement.
- Manage research performance and study timelines of relevant studies.
- Collaborate with other Trusts and organisations within the region to improve research delivery.
- Keep up to date with research management issues through liaison with other Research Specialists /Team leaders and link with national networks.
- Provide relevant supervision and mentorship to members of staff and students.
- Take responsibility for own health, safety and security and promote the health, safety and security of the wider team.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of clinical and research policies, procedures and SOPs.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse or Healthcare Professional, (if not a registered practitioner then significant appropriate clinical practice essential)
Desirable
- Research Training (e.g. GCP, degree module, informed consent)
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Pertinent clinical skills
- Computer literacy including ability to work with databases.
- Ability to organise and prioritise own workload and work to tight deadlines.
Desirable
- Proven knowledge of the Research Governance Framework and Good Clinical Practice Guidelines.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse or Healthcare Professional, (if not a registered practitioner then significant appropriate clinical practice essential)
Desirable
- Research Training (e.g. GCP, degree module, informed consent)
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Pertinent clinical skills
- Computer literacy including ability to work with databases.
- Ability to organise and prioritise own workload and work to tight deadlines.
Desirable
- Proven knowledge of the Research Governance Framework and Good Clinical Practice Guidelines.
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).
