Job Overview
Applications are invited from registered nurses or biomedical scientists to join the Cambridge Cancer Trials Centre (CCTC). This position offers a unique opportunity to work within the Rarer Cancers Team in the dynamic field of cancer research. The requirements for the clinical trials research practitioner jobs include leading a portfolio of research studies, screening and recruiting patients for trials, coordinating patients’ journey through the trials, and collaborating with consultants, research facilities, and external agencies. The role involves a combination of office-based work and clinical activities in outpatient clinics and specialist areas.
The position requires autonomous working as well as collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, with opportunities for personal development.
Main Duties of the Job
The Clinical Research Nurse will play an integral role in the Cambridge Cancer Trials Team, working closely with healthcare professionals associated with the multidisciplinary team.
Key responsibilities include identifying patients eligible for clinical trials, providing patient information and support, coordinating treatment, assessments, and follow-ups, and ensuring data collection adheres to clinical trial protocols. Liaison with departments such as chemotherapy, radiotherapy, pharmacy, radiology, and research ethics is a core aspect of the role.
About the Organisation
Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke’s Hospital and the Rosie Hospital. The Trust employs over 13,000 staff and offers more than 1,100 beds. With a focus on delivering safe, kind, and excellent care, the Trust serves local, regional, national, and international populations.
Rated as “outstanding” for patient care and “good” overall by the Care Quality Commission, the Trust is committed to inclusivity, diversity, and equity. CUH supports an environment where individuals from all backgrounds can thrive, irrespective of age, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic background.
Applicants requiring sponsorship to work in the UK must ensure compliance with the Code of Practice for International Recruitment.
Application and Interview Details
- Closing Date: Midnight, 8 December 2024
- Interview Date: 17 December 2024
Benefits
CUH offers a range of benefits, including professional development opportunities, subsidized transportation, on-site leisure facilities, and staff-exclusive spaces like the Deakin Centre café. Flexible working arrangements may be considered, supporting a positive work-life balance.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered nurse or relevant biomedical degree.
- Evidence of continuous professional development.
- Postgraduate qualification in research or oncology (or willingness to complete).
Desirable
- Additional postgraduate qualifications.
Experience
Essential
- Relevant clinical experience in oncology or clinical research.
- Participant recruitment and supervision of junior staff.
- Experience in multidisciplinary teams.
Desirable
- Experience coordinating REC and HRA submissions.
Knowledge
Essential
- Clinical research infrastructure in the UK.
- ICH Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
- Knowledge of patient needs in oncology.
Desirable
- Current GCP certification.
- Understanding of therapeutic interventions and clinical trial phases.
Skills
Essential
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work autonomously and manage complex workloads.
- Effective organizational skills and adaptability.
Desirable
- Leadership and advanced communication skills.
- Competency in phlebotomy and research databases.
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Ability to collaborate with other practice areas and academic institutions.
Desirable
- Alignment with the Trust’s values of safe, kind, and excellent behavior towards patients, visitors, and colleagues.
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