Job summary
The successful applicant should have experience in managing specific clinical trials or relevant experience in managing a patient caseload. With previous clinical research experience, you will work within the guidelines and policies for the conduct of clinical trials, ensuring high standards of practice in accordance with the principles of GCP. Responsibilities will include the co-ordination and management of early and late phase clinical trials associated with complex haematological malignancies, with a focus on cellular therapy and stem cell transplant studies. They will be working within a team that manages a portfolio of studies both sponsored, commercial, and non-commercial studies.
Central to the role are the recruitment, education and monitoring of patients entering a clinical trial. Working closely with the principal investigator and members of the multidisciplinary team, they will support patients who choose to participate in clinical trials by providing advice and information and acting as the patients' advocate. An important aspect of the role is the maintenance of accurate and comprehensive records of data derived from the research studies. The post holder will be involved in ensuring that any research undertaken within the department safeguards the wellbeing of the patients and is conducted within ICH Good Clinical Practice Guidelines for Research.
Main duties of the job
The experienced research nurse works as a self-directed practitioner, with a key role to play in the organisation and management of clinical trials within the Trust. These trials may be related to anti-cancer treatment (e.g. chemotherapy, radiotherapy, biological therapy, gene therapy or surgery), symptom management or some other aspect of cancer care, such as screening. Central to the role are the recruitment, education and monitoring of patients entering a clinical trial. Working closely with the principal investigator and members of the multidisciplinary team, the post holder will support patients who choose to participate in clinical trials by providing advice and information and acting as the patients' advocate. The post holder will take responsibility for the co-ordination and management of a clinical research portfolio, collaborating with key personnel to ensure continued care and support for patients involved in clinical trials.
The post holder will support more junior research nurses, assisting them to develop their clinical research skills thorough education and training. Further responsibility will include monitoring and raising the standard of nursing input within the team.
The opportunity to undertake personal research projects or further study, in consultation with the lead medical investigator and Lead Nurse Clinical Trials, is also encouraged.
About us
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.
At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.
At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information please refer to the job description and personal specification.
To assess and evaluate the progress of on-going clinical trials and research undertaken in the unit, maintaining an accurate account of the status of the projects and to regularly update the department on the status.
To assist with the organisation and implementation of clinical trials and liaising closely with the multi-disciplinary team to facilitate a co-ordinated approach to patient care.
To ensure that proposed research projects for which the post-holder has responsibility are registered and reviewed by the Trusts R & D department and Research Ethics Committee (REC) prior to commencement and that updates and amendments are reported in a timely fashion.
To liaise with pharmaceutical sponsors regarding feasibility and implementation aspects of proposed clinical trials.
Ideally candidates will have relevant research experience, and a proven track record of working successfully within a multidisciplinary research team. A strong nursing background with significant experience and skills and a desire to develop others are required for this post.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information please refer to the job description and personal specification.
To assess and evaluate the progress of on-going clinical trials and research undertaken in the unit, maintaining an accurate account of the status of the projects and to regularly update the department on the status.
To assist with the organisation and implementation of clinical trials and liaising closely with the multi-disciplinary team to facilitate a co-ordinated approach to patient care.
To ensure that proposed research projects for which the post-holder has responsibility are registered and reviewed by the Trusts R & D department and Research Ethics Committee (REC) prior to commencement and that updates and amendments are reported in a timely fashion.
To liaise with pharmaceutical sponsors regarding feasibility and implementation aspects of proposed clinical trials.
Ideally candidates will have relevant research experience, and a proven track record of working successfully within a multidisciplinary research team. A strong nursing background with significant experience and skills and a desire to develop others are required for this post.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- NMC registration
- Post registration experience in a cancer care / acute care environment
- BSc
- Research methods education
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
Desirable
- Recognized cancer nursing qualification
- MSc or studying at relevant level
Experience
Essential
- Experience as a research nurse/senior staff nurse working in a clinical research environment
- Experience as a research nurse/senior staff nurse in oncology nursing
- Previous experience in clinical specialty of haematology
- Personal and leadership management experience
- Evidence of innovative practice, service development or change management
Skills/Abilities/Knowledge
Essential
- Proven experience of team leadership and team building
- Advanced organisational and time management skills and ability to manage multiple projects at various stages
- Excellent cross-disciplinary/interagency communication skills and ability to facilitate collaborative working relationships
- Ability to appraise junior staff through performance review
- Able to work unsupervised
- Good presentation and teaching skills
- Ability to work under pressure to meet service and patient priories
- Computer literate in Microsoft outlook, office, word, excel and PowerPoint
Desirable
- Ability to initiate and drive original research
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- NMC registration
- Post registration experience in a cancer care / acute care environment
- BSc
- Research methods education
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
Desirable
- Recognized cancer nursing qualification
- MSc or studying at relevant level
Experience
Essential
- Experience as a research nurse/senior staff nurse working in a clinical research environment
- Experience as a research nurse/senior staff nurse in oncology nursing
- Previous experience in clinical specialty of haematology
- Personal and leadership management experience
- Evidence of innovative practice, service development or change management
Skills/Abilities/Knowledge
Essential
- Proven experience of team leadership and team building
- Advanced organisational and time management skills and ability to manage multiple projects at various stages
- Excellent cross-disciplinary/interagency communication skills and ability to facilitate collaborative working relationships
- Ability to appraise junior staff through performance review
- Able to work unsupervised
- Good presentation and teaching skills
- Ability to work under pressure to meet service and patient priories
- Computer literate in Microsoft outlook, office, word, excel and PowerPoint
Desirable
- Ability to initiate and drive original research
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
