Job summary
The
Research and Innovation Department is creating a dedicated research delivery
team for ATIMP cellular therapies. This is a rare opportunity to join at the
very start of service development and help shape an innovative programme of
work. We are seeking a Band 6 Research Nurse for a full-time post (1.0 WTE)
on a 12-month fixed-term contract (externally funded, with potential for
extension). Based at St Jamess Hospital, the role will involve close
collaboration with multiple specialties, industry partners, and
regional/national research networks.
The
post holder will play a key role in the conduct, coordination, and delivery
of complex early-phase and first-in-human ATIMP (Advanced Therapy
Investigational Medicinal Products) and cellular therapy trials. The main
tasks are:
Coordinating
and delivering care for patients receiving investigational cellular
therapies, including safe administration of SACT and investigational cellular
therapies while maintaining exceptional clinical standards
Managing
complex, cross-site patient pathways to ensure timely, compliant, and
patient-centred care.
Supporting
trial set-up, monitoring, and high-quality data collection to ensure studies
meet regulatory and sponsor requirements.
If
you are interested in this pioneering role, we encourage you to contact the
recruiting manager for an informal discussion.
Main duties of the job
We
are looking to recruit a proactive and self-motivated individual with a keen
interest in research to work within the ATIMP Cellular Therapies Team.
This
is an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of delivering innovative
early-phase and first-in-human ATIMP (Advanced Therapy Investigational
Medicinal Product) and cellular therapy trials.
Essential
criteria:
NMC-registered
nurse, as the role involves the administration of medicinal products.
SACT-competent.
Willingness
to undertake all necessary training to safely administer cellular therapies
in line with regulatory requirements.
Desirable
criteria:
Experience
or knowledge of cellular therapies.
Previous
experience in clinical research.
The
successful candidate will be motivated, willing to work collaboratively
across specialties and sites, and committed to delivering the highest
standards of patient care, safety, and regulatory compliance.
About us
Research
is at the heart of our Trust. Leeds Teaching Hospitals is involved in
research at all levels, developing and trialling new treatments for patients.
We believe that being involved in cutting-edge research helps us provide
better care to our patients.
Over
the next 5 years, we aim to be the best Trust to deliver high-quality
clinical research and to champion research amongst our staff. We also aim to
support and grow our world-class clinical infrastructure and assets for
research and innovation.
We
have a very proactive Research Academy. It offers an extensive programme of
education and training tailored to meet the needs of individuals, teams
involved in clinical research delivery in Health and Social Care.
Our
five Trust values are part of what make us different. They have been
developed by our staff. They are:
-
Patient-centred
-
Collaborative
-
Fair
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Accountable
-
Empowered
Leeds
Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process of redeploying 'at risk'
members of our existing workforce to new roles. As such, all our job adverts
are subject to this policy and we reserve the right to close, delay or remove
adverts while this process is completed. If you do experience a delay in the
shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please bear with us while this
process is completed, and contact the named contact if you have any
questions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The
post holder will contribute actively to the conduct, coordination and
delivery of the Research Portfolio,
under the leadership of the
Senior
Research Nurse/Midwife/AHP. Working effectively with the immediate and
broader
multidisciplinary team (MDT), being responsible for ensuring that high
standards
of clinical care planning, delivery, safety and patient satisfaction is to a
very
high
standard, compliant with Trust policy, study protocol requirements, local and
national
guidance and legislation.
The
post holder will support the Senior Research Nurse/Midwife/AHP, Principle
Investigators
and associated multidisciplinary colleagues in the planning, scheduling,
conduct,
recruitment, patient care, support and data collection required for all
studies
within
the department. They will be responsible for developing their own clinical
practice,
maintaining competencies (related to the research portfolio) and where
appropriate
taking delegated responsibility for the clinical elements of studies in line
with
Trust policies and study protocols.
Working
effectively and proactively with agreed external agencies and collaborative
partners,
the individual will adhere to agreed study pathways and processes to
derive
accurate and robust data capture, and ensure pharmacovigilance is
maintained.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The
post holder will contribute actively to the conduct, coordination and
delivery of the Research Portfolio,
under the leadership of the
Senior
Research Nurse/Midwife/AHP. Working effectively with the immediate and
broader
multidisciplinary team (MDT), being responsible for ensuring that high
standards
of clinical care planning, delivery, safety and patient satisfaction is to a
very
high
standard, compliant with Trust policy, study protocol requirements, local and
national
guidance and legislation.
The
post holder will support the Senior Research Nurse/Midwife/AHP, Principle
Investigators
and associated multidisciplinary colleagues in the planning, scheduling,
conduct,
recruitment, patient care, support and data collection required for all
studies
within
the department. They will be responsible for developing their own clinical
practice,
maintaining competencies (related to the research portfolio) and where
appropriate
taking delegated responsibility for the clinical elements of studies in line
with
Trust policies and study protocols.
Working
effectively and proactively with agreed external agencies and collaborative
partners,
the individual will adhere to agreed study pathways and processes to
derive
accurate and robust data capture, and ensure pharmacovigilance is
maintained.
Person Specification
Skills & behaviours
Essential
- Autonomy
- Independence
- Capable of lateral thinking
- IT Skills
- Time management
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Desirable
- Implementation of good clinical practice
- Clinical Research
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for post
- Willing to undergo training as necessary
- Recent professional development
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (Level 1or 2) (RN Adult for adult areas and RN Child for childrens areas), Midwife or HCPC AHP or Clinical Research Practitioner registered (including registration to AHCS)
- Post registration qualification in specialty
Desirable
- Recognised teaching/assessing qualification
- Research qualification (e.g. certificate/MSc in clinical research)
- Non-Medical Prescribing (in some specific roles this may be an essential requirement for Registered Nurses and Midwife)
Experience
Essential
- Significant post registration experience
- Experience of computer databases and administration
- Knowledge of clinical research specific issues
Desirable
- Relevant clinical experience
- Research Experience
- Chemotherapy competent
Person Specification
Skills & behaviours
Essential
- Autonomy
- Independence
- Capable of lateral thinking
- IT Skills
- Time management
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Desirable
- Implementation of good clinical practice
- Clinical Research
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for post
- Willing to undergo training as necessary
- Recent professional development
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (Level 1or 2) (RN Adult for adult areas and RN Child for childrens areas), Midwife or HCPC AHP or Clinical Research Practitioner registered (including registration to AHCS)
- Post registration qualification in specialty
Desirable
- Recognised teaching/assessing qualification
- Research qualification (e.g. certificate/MSc in clinical research)
- Non-Medical Prescribing (in some specific roles this may be an essential requirement for Registered Nurses and Midwife)
Experience
Essential
- Significant post registration experience
- Experience of computer databases and administration
- Knowledge of clinical research specific issues
Desirable
- Relevant clinical experience
- Research Experience
- Chemotherapy competent
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
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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).
