Imperial College London

Clinical Research Nurse/Clinical Research Practitioner (Manchester)

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Job summary

We are looking for a committed and motivated Research Nurse or Clinical Research Practitioner to join the Imperial College Addiction research team to undertake cutting edge clinical research in opioid addiction.

Main duties of the job

The post-holder will be primarily responsible for participant-facing activities and data capture at the local addiction services, and will involve the planning, co-ordinating and conduct of trial-related procedures in line with the research protocol, according to Good Clinical Practice. The post-holder will be the first local point-of contact for trial-related queries from clients, participants, and local site staff. This is therefore a key post that will help ensure that the study is delivered to the highest standards. To achieve this, the pro-active post holder will work closely to build effective relationships with the local Principal Investigators and their addiction service teams. All aspects of the role will be undertaken in collaboration with, and with support from, the trial management team and wider research group based at Imperial College London. You will be an experienced, registered nurse (significant experience in a relevant area), or Clinical Research Practitioner with equivalent training. You will have an interest, or experience in addiction, and with previous research experience, ideally with CTIMPs.

About us

You will work with the team to deliver the FORWARDS-2 trial (Facilitating Opiate Recovery: Withdrawal and Abstinence through Detoxification Support-2). FORWARDS-2 is a multi-centre, randomised, controlled trial evaluating whether baclofen can facilitate detoxification or dose reduction from methadone. It is a highly innovative trial aimed to address an immense unmet need in the management of opiate dependence. It will take place in both NHS and non-NHS (third sector) community drug and alcohol services in London and the North West of England. This post is based in Manchester. It will have an office location based at our partner recruitment site Change Grow Live, and the role will take place across local addiction services that are affiliated with the trial, so travelling between CGL and NHS sites will be a regular feature of this post.

Details

Date posted

04 August 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£35,392 to £42,618 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

MED03988

Job locations

43A Carnarvon St

Manchester

M3 1EZ


Job description

Job responsibilities

Job summary We are looking for a committed and motivated Research Nurse or Clinical Research Practitioner to join the Imperial College Addiction research team to undertake cutting edge clinical research in opioid addiction. You will work with the team to deliver the FORWARDS-2 trial (Facilitating Opiate Recovery: Withdrawal and Abstinence through Detoxification Support-2). FORWARDS-2 is a multi-centre, randomised, controlled trial evaluating whether baclofen can facilitate detoxification or dose reduction from methadone. It is a highly innovative trial aimed to address an immense unmet need in the management of opiate dependence. It will take place in both NHS and non-NHS (third sector) community drug and alcohol services in London and the North West of England. This post is based in Manchester. It will have an office location based at our partner recruitment site Change Grow Live, and the role will take place across local addiction services that are affiliated with the trial, so travelling between CGL and NHS sites will be a regular feature of this post. Duties and responsibilities The post-holder will be primarily responsible for participant-facing activities and data capture at the local addiction services, and will involve the planning, co-ordinating and conduct of trial-related procedures in line with the research protocol, according to Good Clinical Practice. The post-holder will be the first local point-of contact for trial-related queries from clients, participants, and local site staff. This is therefore a key post that will help ensure that the study is delivered to the highest standards. To achieve this, the pro-active post holder will work closely to build effective relationships with the local Principal Investigators and their addiction service teams. All aspects of the role will be undertaken in collaboration with, and with support from, the trial management team and wider research group based at Imperial College London. You will be an experienced, registered nurse (significant experience in a relevant area), or Clinical Research Practitioner with equivalent training. You will have an interest, or experience in addiction, and with previous research experience, ideally with CTIMPs. Essential requirements

  • Able to prioritise and manage own work
  • Ability to work accurately to procedures and protocols.
  • Ability to pay attention to detail and keep comprehensive records.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
    • Further information This post is full-time (part time considered) and fixed term for 12 months. As this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, at the appropriate level, will be required for the successful candidate. Interviews: TBC Should you require any further details on the role please contact: Louise Paterson, email: .

    Job description

    Job responsibilities

    Job summary We are looking for a committed and motivated Research Nurse or Clinical Research Practitioner to join the Imperial College Addiction research team to undertake cutting edge clinical research in opioid addiction. You will work with the team to deliver the FORWARDS-2 trial (Facilitating Opiate Recovery: Withdrawal and Abstinence through Detoxification Support-2). FORWARDS-2 is a multi-centre, randomised, controlled trial evaluating whether baclofen can facilitate detoxification or dose reduction from methadone. It is a highly innovative trial aimed to address an immense unmet need in the management of opiate dependence. It will take place in both NHS and non-NHS (third sector) community drug and alcohol services in London and the North West of England. This post is based in Manchester. It will have an office location based at our partner recruitment site Change Grow Live, and the role will take place across local addiction services that are affiliated with the trial, so travelling between CGL and NHS sites will be a regular feature of this post. Duties and responsibilities The post-holder will be primarily responsible for participant-facing activities and data capture at the local addiction services, and will involve the planning, co-ordinating and conduct of trial-related procedures in line with the research protocol, according to Good Clinical Practice. The post-holder will be the first local point-of contact for trial-related queries from clients, participants, and local site staff. This is therefore a key post that will help ensure that the study is delivered to the highest standards. To achieve this, the pro-active post holder will work closely to build effective relationships with the local Principal Investigators and their addiction service teams. All aspects of the role will be undertaken in collaboration with, and with support from, the trial management team and wider research group based at Imperial College London. You will be an experienced, registered nurse (significant experience in a relevant area), or Clinical Research Practitioner with equivalent training. You will have an interest, or experience in addiction, and with previous research experience, ideally with CTIMPs. Essential requirements

  • Able to prioritise and manage own work
  • Ability to work accurately to procedures and protocols.
  • Ability to pay attention to detail and keep comprehensive records.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
    • Further information This post is full-time (part time considered) and fixed term for 12 months. As this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, at the appropriate level, will be required for the successful candidate. Interviews: TBC Should you require any further details on the role please contact: Louise Paterson, email: .

    Person Specification

    Qualifications

    Essential

    • Registered Nurse (NMC - significant experience in a relevant area) or equivalent
    • training and experience as a Clinical Research Practitioner

    Desirable

    • Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification document for full details of this role.

    Experience

    Essential

    • Evidence of up-to-date professional development
    • Previous research experience

    Desirable

    • Experience in addiction services
    • Experience in clinical trials involving an IMP
    • Experience in clinical research with a proven ability to recruit to research studies
    Person Specification

    Qualifications

    Essential

    • Registered Nurse (NMC - significant experience in a relevant area) or equivalent
    • training and experience as a Clinical Research Practitioner

    Desirable

    • Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification document for full details of this role.

    Experience

    Essential

    • Evidence of up-to-date professional development
    • Previous research experience

    Desirable

    • Experience in addiction services
    • Experience in clinical trials involving an IMP
    • Experience in clinical research with a proven ability to recruit to research studies

    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

    Imperial College London

    Address

    43A Carnarvon St

    Manchester

    M3 1EZ


    Employer's website

    https://www.imperial.ac.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

    Employer details

    Employer name

    Imperial College London

    Address

    43A Carnarvon St

    Manchester

    M3 1EZ


    Employer's website

    https://www.imperial.ac.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

    Employer contact details

    For questions about the job, contact:

    Advanced Research Fellow

    Louise Paterson

    l.paterson@imperial.ac.uk

    Details

    Date posted

    04 August 2023

    Pay scheme

    Agenda for change

    Band

    Band 6

    Salary

    £35,392 to £42,618 a year

    Contract

    Fixed term

    Duration

    12 months

    Working pattern

    Full-time

    Reference number

    MED03988

    Job locations

    43A Carnarvon St

    Manchester

    M3 1EZ


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