Job summary
We are seeking to recruit a Band 7 Registered Nurse to the role of Research Team Leader to support our oncology portfolio.
This role will offer an exciting opportunity primarily to support the oncology research team, working closely with the multi-disciplinary team to support, develop and deliver research projects within the Royal Surrey Foundation Trust.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced B6 research nurse with clinical experience who is looking to broaden their management knowledge and experience.
The post holder will be organised, have a flexible approach to work and be motived to provide excellent clinical care and team support with exceptional communication and organisational skills.
Main duties of the job
As team leader you will be responsible for supporting your team in identifying studies, assessing team capacity and workloads, prioritization, assessment, management and recruitment of patients to clinical research studies. You will have line management responsibility of clinical trials staff in your team which will include delegation, supervision, provision of education and support, appraisals etc. 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 research regulations. You will also be responsible for your own clinical caseload and studies
About us
Royal Surrey is a compassionate and collaborative acute and community Trust. Recognising that our 5000 colleagues are our greatest strength, we offer a comprehensive health and wellbeing program along with a commitment to developing and advancing your career. Our diverse and welcoming Royal Surrey family will ensure you that you feel valued from your initial interview through your entire tenure.
We are clinically led and provide joined up care by bridging the gap between hospital and community services alongside regional specialist cancer care. Our main acute hospital site is in Guildford with community hospital sites at Milford, Haslemere and Cranleigh. We provide adult community health services in homes across Guildford and Waverley.
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) have given us an overall rating of Outstanding.
Royal Surrey has a strong reputation and history to build on. We are proud of our achievements and we are investing in our colleagues through our commitment to supporting professional development as well as investing more than £45 million in our physical environment and new equipment in the next few years. There has never been a better time to join us.
Although it isn't the Trusts normal practice, adverts may close early, so you are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the full Job description
The Band 7 Research Team Leader is a dual-focus position at the Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust, balancing operational management of a designated team with expert clinical practice within the oncology portfolio. The post holder is responsible for the effective delivery of research trials while ensuring the highest standards of patient safety and data integrity.
Management & Leadership
As a Research Team Leader for the oncology sub-specialty, you will oversee the recruitment, performance, and professional development of clinical and non-clinical staff within your remit. Key responsibilities include:
- Operational Oversight: Managing team workloads, delegating tasks effectively, and ensuring recruitment targets are met for your designated portfolio.
- Staff Development: Conducting Personal Development Reviews (PDRs) and facilitating a culture of continuous learning and best practice.
- Governance: Developing and reviewing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Trust policies to ensure research excellence.
- Strategic Liaison: Collaborating with other Band 7 Team Leaders, senior management, and finance departments to optimise the broader research infrastructure.
Research Delivery & Coordination
You will ensure that all clinical trials are implemented and managed in strict accordance with ICH-GCP guidelines and regulatory frameworks:
- Trial Oversight: Managing the end-to-end lifecycle of oncology studies, from initial setup to data lock.
- Subject Recruitment: Identifying and screening eligible participants and implementing action plans to overcome recruitment barriers.
- Informed Consent: Leading the consent process to ensure participants are fully informed of study requirements and their right to withdraw.
- Data Integrity: Overseeing accurate data collection, query resolution, and timely submission to coordinating centres.
Clinical Practice & Patient Care
Maintaining a clinical presence is vital to this role, as you will act as a specialist resource and advocate for both clinical staff and research participants:
- Caseload Management: Acting as a point of contact for a designated group of patients, providing expert advice and support throughout their trial journey.
- Clinical Interventions: Overseeing the safe preparation and administration of Investigational Medicinal Products (IMPs), alongside the delivery of trial-specific treatments and clinical procedures such as cannulation and phlebotomy.
- Safety Reporting: Monitoring, recording, and reporting adverse events in compliance with protocol regulations and local policies.
- Collaboration: Working alongside Principal Investigators (PIs) to ensure all trial-specific investigations are performed to the highest clinical standard.
Education and Training
You will serve as a mentor and leader, enhancing the research capability of the Trust:
- Mentorship: Supporting junior staff and students, ensuring a robust and supportive learning environment.
- Specialist Expertise: Acting as a Trust-wide resource on specific areas of professional development, such as GCP compliance or revalidation.
- Continuous Improvement: Participating in clinical audits and identifying opportunities to refine nursing practices through evidence-based research.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the full Job description
The Band 7 Research Team Leader is a dual-focus position at the Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust, balancing operational management of a designated team with expert clinical practice within the oncology portfolio. The post holder is responsible for the effective delivery of research trials while ensuring the highest standards of patient safety and data integrity.
Management & Leadership
As a Research Team Leader for the oncology sub-specialty, you will oversee the recruitment, performance, and professional development of clinical and non-clinical staff within your remit. Key responsibilities include:
- Operational Oversight: Managing team workloads, delegating tasks effectively, and ensuring recruitment targets are met for your designated portfolio.
- Staff Development: Conducting Personal Development Reviews (PDRs) and facilitating a culture of continuous learning and best practice.
- Governance: Developing and reviewing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Trust policies to ensure research excellence.
- Strategic Liaison: Collaborating with other Band 7 Team Leaders, senior management, and finance departments to optimise the broader research infrastructure.
Research Delivery & Coordination
You will ensure that all clinical trials are implemented and managed in strict accordance with ICH-GCP guidelines and regulatory frameworks:
- Trial Oversight: Managing the end-to-end lifecycle of oncology studies, from initial setup to data lock.
- Subject Recruitment: Identifying and screening eligible participants and implementing action plans to overcome recruitment barriers.
- Informed Consent: Leading the consent process to ensure participants are fully informed of study requirements and their right to withdraw.
- Data Integrity: Overseeing accurate data collection, query resolution, and timely submission to coordinating centres.
Clinical Practice & Patient Care
Maintaining a clinical presence is vital to this role, as you will act as a specialist resource and advocate for both clinical staff and research participants:
- Caseload Management: Acting as a point of contact for a designated group of patients, providing expert advice and support throughout their trial journey.
- Clinical Interventions: Overseeing the safe preparation and administration of Investigational Medicinal Products (IMPs), alongside the delivery of trial-specific treatments and clinical procedures such as cannulation and phlebotomy.
- Safety Reporting: Monitoring, recording, and reporting adverse events in compliance with protocol regulations and local policies.
- Collaboration: Working alongside Principal Investigators (PIs) to ensure all trial-specific investigations are performed to the highest clinical standard.
Education and Training
You will serve as a mentor and leader, enhancing the research capability of the Trust:
- Mentorship: Supporting junior staff and students, ensuring a robust and supportive learning environment.
- Specialist Expertise: Acting as a Trust-wide resource on specific areas of professional development, such as GCP compliance or revalidation.
- Continuous Improvement: Participating in clinical audits and identifying opportunities to refine nursing practices through evidence-based research.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC registration (if applying as nurse)
- Ability to work autonomously and as a member of a small team, as well as part of the wider multi-disciplinary team.
- Evidence of continuous personal, professional and academic development
Desirable
- Mentorship qualification
- Relevant post registration qualification
- Knowledge and experience of handling complex relationships
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Significant demonstrable relevant post registration/relevant experience
- Experience of multidisciplinary working and collaborating with other agencies
- Management of resources
- Demonstrable clinical trials experience
- Personal and leadership management experience
Desirable
- Research methods education
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC registration (if applying as nurse)
- Ability to work autonomously and as a member of a small team, as well as part of the wider multi-disciplinary team.
- Evidence of continuous personal, professional and academic development
Desirable
- Mentorship qualification
- Relevant post registration qualification
- Knowledge and experience of handling complex relationships
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Significant demonstrable relevant post registration/relevant experience
- Experience of multidisciplinary working and collaborating with other agencies
- Management of resources
- Demonstrable clinical trials experience
- Personal and leadership management experience
Desirable
- Research methods education
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).
