Job Summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and hardworking registered nurse to join our exciting research team within the Division of Medicine and Integrated Care. This post offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable experience and contribute to innovative research in a dynamic and supportive environment.The post offers an ideal opportunity for enthusiastic individuals who have a wish to further develop their career within the dynamic area of clinical research. In return, we can offer you a great opportunity to gain research experience in one of the most dynamic and well-respected Academic Health Science Centres within the UK.
You will join a sub team of research nurses and practitioners who are currently supporting a multitude of medical research portfolios within several specialties, including Respiratory, Gastroenterology, Hepatology, Dermatology, Rheumatology, Dementia and Endocrine studies. The role will involve providing support for studies at three of the Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust sites, but will be primarily based at Hammersmith Hospital.
You will assist and coordinate multiple studies, set up studies, actively screen and recruit participants into clinical trials and collect data for these studies.
Interview date is planned for either 4th or 5th March 2025.
Main duties of the job
- To support the research teams in the facilitation of efficient, safe and participant focused research
- To contribute to the recruitment of the local portfolio of clinical research studies
- To demonstrate an understanding of the life cycle of a research project from inception to study close out supporting all clinical protocol related task
- To work with the clinical team to screen, identify and recruit patients suitable for entry into clinical trials having understanding of the clinical patient pathway
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.
Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.
Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview.
Date posted
31 January 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£44,806 to £53,134 a year pa inclusive
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
290-MIC-1560
Job locations
Hammersmith Hospital
London
W12 0HS
Job Description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.
For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Responsibilities
Job description Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.
For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications Essential
Desirable
- Degree/ Diploma in Nursing
Experience Essential
- Relevant experience at band 5/6 within a clinical or non-clinical area.
- Knowledge of National Institute of Health Research (NIHR), its values, aims and structure
- Experience in managing complex information
- Evidence of continuing professional development.
Desirable
- Experience of working in an NHS based environment with service user contact
Skills/knowledge/ abilities Essential
- Ability to acquire In-depth knowledge of clinical research methodology and trial protocols and to communicate this to professionals and lay persons
- Ability to use own initiative
- Proven ability to work effectively as a team member as well as working alone
- Good IT skills; to include competence in word processing and data entry systems
Person Specification Education/ qualifications Essential
Desirable
- Degree/ Diploma in Nursing
Experience Essential
- Relevant experience at band 5/6 within a clinical or non-clinical area.
- Knowledge of National Institute of Health Research (NIHR), its values, aims and structure
- Experience in managing complex information
- Evidence of continuing professional development.
Desirable
- Experience of working in an NHS based environment with service user contact
Skills/knowledge/ abilities Essential
- Ability to acquire In-depth knowledge of clinical research methodology and trial protocols and to communicate this to professionals and lay persons
- Ability to use own initiative
- Proven ability to work effectively as a team member as well as working alone
- Good IT skills; to include competence in word processing and data entry systems
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 Healthcare NHS Trust
Address
Hammersmith Hospital
London
W12 0HS
Employer's website
https://www.imperial.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
