Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Band 7 - Senior Clinical Trial Practitioner / Clinical Research Nurse

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Job summary

The post holder will maintain a day-to-day oversight of the setup of new clinical trials and logistical management of open trials. Responsibilities will include line management and development of clinical trial practitioners, data managers and research assistants. The post holder will manage their own portfolio of clinical trials, data entry and adequately support the research delivery team, liaise with relevant clinical trial sponsor representatives to ensure smooth set up of clinical trials, to liaise with internal service support departments in relation to research, to work with the Lead Research Manager (LRM) to ensure the trial portfolio is delivered in practice. The person will be responsible for operational and financial management of the department and to co-ordinate Regulatory and R & D submissions and to maintain databases of trial activity.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will take on clinical responsibilities such as: coordinating and monitoring the care of patients on clinical trials, participating in patient care planning in communication with the medical team, research nurses and family to meet the needs of the trial patient. Providing cross cover for other research staff working within the clinical trials unit.

They will be responsible for overseeing the trials feasibility process, will liaise with clinical trial sponsors about complex clinical trials and communicate with support departments about clinical trial set up and the requirements of each trial.

The post holder will maintain overall oversight of the research team, participates in workforce review and resource allocation and line manages the day to day duties and development of staff within the team.

They will also liaise with sponsors and the finance team over trial costings, keep accurate records of the monies accrued from commercial studies and liaise with the finance team to ensure the payments are received.

About us

The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.

Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top

For more information please follow linkhttps://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/

Details

Date posted

10 February 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£54,320 to £60,981 a year per annum, inclusive of HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

391-RFL-6938779

Job locations

Royal Free Hospital

Pond Street

London

NW3 2QG


Job description

Job responsibilities

This is an exciting opportunity within the HIV Research Department. Successful candidate will have oversight of the setup of new clinical trials and logistical management of open trials. Responsibilities will include line management and development of clinical research nurses, clinical trials practitioners, data managers and research assistants. The post holder will manage their own portfolio of clinical trials, data entry and adequately support the research delivery team, liaise with relevant clinical trial sponsor representatives to ensure smooth set up of clinical trials, to liaise with internal service support departments in relation to research, to work with the Lead Research Manager (LRM) to ensure the trial portfolio is delivered in practice. The person will be responsible for operational and financial management of the department and to co-ordinate Regulatory and R & D submissions and to maintain databases of trial activity.

Job description

Job responsibilities

This is an exciting opportunity within the HIV Research Department. Successful candidate will have oversight of the setup of new clinical trials and logistical management of open trials. Responsibilities will include line management and development of clinical research nurses, clinical trials practitioners, data managers and research assistants. The post holder will manage their own portfolio of clinical trials, data entry and adequately support the research delivery team, liaise with relevant clinical trial sponsor representatives to ensure smooth set up of clinical trials, to liaise with internal service support departments in relation to research, to work with the Lead Research Manager (LRM) to ensure the trial portfolio is delivered in practice. The person will be responsible for operational and financial management of the department and to co-ordinate Regulatory and R & D submissions and to maintain databases of trial activity.

Person Specification

Education & professional Qualifications

Essential

  • o First Degree or equivalent in scientific/ healthcare or related discipline OR Healthcare Professional qualification with current registration

Desirable

  • Post graduate qualification/ Working towards a masters or equivalent experience

Experience

Essential

  • Significant clinical research experience or equivalent in industry or healthcare.
  • Working knowledge of ICH GCP.
  • Team management experience.
  • Experience of work in the NHS

Desirable

  • Experience in report writing
  • Experience of acting as a patient advocate
  • Experience of explaining complex concepts to patients in a clear and simplified manner

Skills and aptitudes

Essential

  • Proven effectiveness as working as part of a multidisciplinary team
  • Proven ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing

Desirable

  • Has knowledge of Commercial and Non Commercial Study invoicing and Finance
  • Demonstrates ability to prioritise workload

Personal Qualities & attributes

Essential

  • Excellent organisational skills, able to work to deadlines

Desirable

  • Enthusiastic
Person Specification

Education & professional Qualifications

Essential

  • o First Degree or equivalent in scientific/ healthcare or related discipline OR Healthcare Professional qualification with current registration

Desirable

  • Post graduate qualification/ Working towards a masters or equivalent experience

Experience

Essential

  • Significant clinical research experience or equivalent in industry or healthcare.
  • Working knowledge of ICH GCP.
  • Team management experience.
  • Experience of work in the NHS

Desirable

  • Experience in report writing
  • Experience of acting as a patient advocate
  • Experience of explaining complex concepts to patients in a clear and simplified manner

Skills and aptitudes

Essential

  • Proven effectiveness as working as part of a multidisciplinary team
  • Proven ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing

Desirable

  • Has knowledge of Commercial and Non Commercial Study invoicing and Finance
  • Demonstrates ability to prioritise workload

Personal Qualities & attributes

Essential

  • Excellent organisational skills, able to work to deadlines

Desirable

  • Enthusiastic

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Free Hospital

Pond Street

London

NW3 2QG


Employer's website

https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Free Hospital

Pond Street

London

NW3 2QG


Employer's website

https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Specialist Lead Clinical Trials Practitioner

Abigail Tobin

abigail.tobin@nhs.net

02077940500

Details

Date posted

10 February 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£54,320 to £60,981 a year per annum, inclusive of HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

391-RFL-6938779

Job locations

Royal Free Hospital

Pond Street

London

NW3 2QG


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