Job responsibilities

Be responsible for the Expression of Interest / Study Selection process for the

relevant specialty.

b. Review and assess trial protocols, consider all potential trials in terms of capacity and

capability and viable recruitment period.

c. Identify and work with the Research Manager to resolve resource implications in

delivering and facilitating clinical research.

d. Assist in the overall setting up, organisation and running of a clinical trial within the

practice to Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines within the Research Governance

framework and adhering to other related regulations/SOPs.

e. To support the recruitment process for new and ongoing clinical trials, assessing patient

suitability and ensuring the correct consent process is followed.

f. To provide advice and guidance to patients with regard to their involvement in clinical

research trials

g. Coordinate logistics for patient visits and perform patient assessments as outlined in

study protocols, including blood collection and centrifugation.

h. Competently interpret clinical records, charts, and care documentation to assess clinical

interventions, medications, and patient responses, ensuring suitability for inclusion in

individual trials

i. Conduct required screening procedures in line with study criteria.

j. To monitor treatment toxicity and/or side effects and to take appropriate action to

reduce the effects of treatment as necessary.

k. To report and record any adverse events and serious adverse events that occur whilst the

patient is being treated on a clinical trial.

l. To work within the NMC Code of Conduct and within your individual scope of professional

conduct.

m. Accurately record all research activity to maintain clear and contemporaneous study

documentation, including the reporting of adverse and serious adverse events.

n. Assist in study close down and the preparation of results of research for presentation as

posters, abstracts, papers or scientific presentations.

o. Work with the Research Manager and research facilitators to ensure accurate costing for

clinical trials and appropriate negotiation of required financial support to deliver clinical

trials.

Other requirements

Essential

• Flexibility to work outside of core office hours
• Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check
• Occupational Health Clearance

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working as a Research Nurse
• Understanding of research ethics and regulatory framework
• Experience of using EMIS or other alternative Primary Care software
• Experience of working within a research function in primary care
• GP Practice or Primary Care Network

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
• Strong IT skills
• Clear, polite telephone manner
• Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
• Effective time management (Planning & Organising)
• Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure

Desirable

• EMIS / Systmone / Vision user skills

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Polite and confident
• Flexible and cooperative
• Motivated
• Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required.
• High levels of integrity and loyalty
• Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
• Ability to work under pressure / in stressful situations
• Effectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the patient.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• Effectively utilises resources
• Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered nurse (NMC)
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Desirable

• Post graduate certificate or diploma in clinical research
• Masters in clinic research or clinical trials.

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).