Clinical Research Nurse

We are looking for a part time Band 6 Clinical Research Nurse to join the Observational and Supportive Research Team. Working 4 days a week.

We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual with excellent communication skills who can contribute to the development of clinical research within oncology. This team works within a variety of specialities including Medical Oncology, Clinical Oncology, Radiotherapy Related Research, Anaesthetics and Critical Care. Therefore, the post holder will work collaboratively alongside different Consultants, Clinical Fellows, Research Nurses, Clinical Nurse Specialist, Clinical Trial Pharmacists, Project Managers and Clinical Trial Coordinator/Administrators.

The Team manages a portfolio of NIHR non-commercial, academic lead studies alongside limited commercial clinical trials. These can include a wide variety of trial specific sample collections, questionnaires, toxicity assessments, interviews, real world data input and clinical data collection.

The role of the Clinical Research Nurse is an exciting and expanding role within the R&I Division. There are opportunities to develop new skills with educational and development packages in place to ensure staff reach their own professional goals and achievements.

This post presents an excellent opportunity to join the Observational and Supportive Research Team and manage a varied portfolio of oncology studies as above.

The role will involve screening and recruiting patients to a large variety of Observational trials, obtaining informed consent, supporting patients recruited to studies, ensuring study interventions are completed according to Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and Trust standards. This will require the post holder to have exceptional organisational skills, be approachable, have experience within oncology and have good IT skills.

Key responsibilities of the post will include the coordination of trial protocols and continued support for patients participating within a clinical trial. Central to this role is the responsibility of assessing and managing the trial pathways including the delivery of all specified trial assessments for patients in clinical research.

A background in oncology, excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential. Experience in clinical research would be desirable and flexibility in working days would be required.

An ideal candidate would possess strong motivation & have the ability to work independently and be able to collaboratively work within a team.

An informal discussion or visit for this post is highly recommended.

For further details please contact Senior Clinical Research Nurse Suzanne Allibone (Tel: 0161 446 3974 Email Sign in to view email)

The Christie NHS Foundation Trust is an international leader in cancer research and development and is the largest cancer treatment centre in Europe.

The Christie offers a wide range of complex procedures, requiring advanced skills from our Multi-Disciplinary Team. We offer robust trust induction and training packages, with many development opportunities for all current staff and new starters; both newly qualified and experienced, ensuring high standards and skills are maintained throughout your time in The Christie. We offer a range of speciality roles within the department and in the organisation which supports progression and development of staff.

The Observational and Supportive Research Team are a friendly and supportive group and we aim to deliver high quality cancer research for our patients in their cancer treatment pathway.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Suzanne Allibone Job title: Senior Clinical Research Nurse Email address: [email protected] Telephone number: 0161 446 3974

Vicky Conroy

Research Team Matron

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