An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Research Nurse/AHP to work with our experienced Research Team.

The Research Nurse / AHP works as part of the clinical research team to support the safe conduct of research in in accordance with the Research Governance Framework and Good Clinical Practice guidelines and provide assurance that the rights, safety and well-being of trial participants are protected.

You will work with the research team to plan, implement, organise and manage concurrent research projects. Develop networks with Multidisciplinary Teams across the Trust and other appropriate local and national agencies. Coordinate and manage the relevant study portfolio and deliver recruitment accrual in line with performance and monitoring objectives.

Also be responsible for the implementation and monitoring of the clinical requirements associated with research to ensure optimum delivery of clinical trials. You will ensure that all research procedures are conducted according to study protocols and is accountable for the recruitment, data collection and care of research participants with a focus on providing a quality experience.

Main duties of the job

• The research portfolio covers both randomised controlled trials, and observational studies across a range of specialities. Over the last few years our portfolio has expanded allowing us to offer our local patient population the very latest in clinical trials.
• The post holder will need be organised, motivated and able to prioritise their own workload. They will be responsible for data collection and, working under supervision, will be required to support the team with recruitment into trials. A key part of the role will be to liaise with all members of the multi-disciplinary team so the successful candidate must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

This is an excellent opportunity for those who wish to start a career in clinical research. Training will be provided for research specific procedures.

For further information, please contact: Angie Foulds, Clinical Research Team Leader, Torbay Hospital, Telephone: 01803 656631

About us

The clinical research delivery team recruits participants from across the organisation into commercial and non-commercial clinical trials and research. We support research in a variety of clinical specialties and departments.

We provide clinical research expertise from setting up studies with the clinical service through to informed consent, trial treatments and interventions and study follow-up. We use a range of clinical database systems to ensure high quality clinical data collection.

The team supports the safe conduct of research in accordance with the Research Governance Framework and Good Clinical Practice guidelines and provides assurance that the rights, safety and well-being of trial participants are protected.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Full Vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification. Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification.

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Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• Relevant Healthcare Degree
• Registered Nurse/AHP Practitioner

Desirable

• Research training (i.e. GCP, degree module or informed consent)

knowledge and experience

Essential

• Demonstrable computer literacy: o ECDL qualification or similar ability o Outlook email and calendars o Microsoft Office: creating folders, editing Word documents o Uploading and downloading attachment files o Basic Excel spreadsheets
• Understand the significance of research and the use of validated results to improve practice
• Understanding of data collection and date entry for clinical trials
• Excellent communication skills
• Evidence of continued professional development
• Excellent organisational skills and able to work to tight deadlines
• Ability to work autonomously
• Ability to work within a team and complement group dynamics
• Ability to prioritise and organise own workload
• Flexible and adaptable
• Willingness to undertake any necessary training and development to enhance work performance
• Commitment to openness, honesty and integrity to undertake the role
• Willingness and ability to work across sites including the community if required
• Ability to communicate complex information to patients/carers and members of the MDT

Desirable

• Venepuncture/Cannulation
• ECG Competency
• Knowledge of Research Governance Framework and GCP Guidelines
• Post-graduate qualification in teaching or equivalent
• Experience of Clinical Trials
• Knowledge of Research Governance
• Knowledge of clinical trials and research methodologies
• Using established databases for data entry
• Proven record of meeting targets
• Good listening and counselling skills
• Ability to concentrate for prolonged periods (e.g. data collection and trial protocol) and deal with interruptions

Employer details

Employer name

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Torbay Hospital

Lowes Bridge

Torquay

TQ2 7AA

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