Detailed job description and main responsibilities
This is a Trust-wide role requiring flexibility to support research activity across multiple specialties and hospital sites. The post holder will work within the East of England Regional Research Delivery Network (EoE RRDN), which forms part of the NIHR Research Delivery Network and supports the delivery of health and care research across England. The role involves assessing and managing patients participating in clinical studies, recruiting and educating participants, monitoring their progress, collecting accurate data, and working closely with research teams and multidisciplinary colleagues. The post holder is expected to maintain a thorough understanding of study protocols and ensure compliance with local, national and international research regulations.
The Clinical Trials Research Nurse will identify eligible patients for research studies using study-specific inclusion and exclusion criteria and will manage an individual caseload of research participants. The role includes attending multidisciplinary team meetings and clinical sessions to support screening and recruitment activities while providing specialist research advice to clinical colleagues. The post holder will maintain accurate clinical records and undertake both routine and protocol-specific assessments, including venepuncture, ECGs, vital signs monitoring, drug administration and other study-related procedures. Responsibilities also include reporting adverse events within required timelines, coordinating the day-to-day care of research participants, managing study data in accordance with approved protocols, and acting as a key point of contact for patients throughout their participation in research.
The Clinical Trials Research Nurse will identify eligible patients for research studies using study-specific inclusion and exclusion criteria and will manage an individual caseload of research participants. The role includes attending multidisciplinary team meetings and clinical sessions to support screening and recruitment activities while providing specialist research advice to clinical colleagues. The post holder will maintain accurate clinical records and undertake both routine and protocol-specific assessments, including venepuncture, ECGs, vital signs monitoring, drug administration and other study-related procedures. Responsibilities also include reporting adverse events within required timelines, coordinating the day-to-day care of research participants, managing study data in accordance with approved protocols, and acting as a key point of contact for patients throughout their participation in research.
The post holder will contribute to the management and delivery of the local clinical research portfolio, ensuring that all studies are conducted in accordance with approved protocols, Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards and research governance requirements. They will support the informed consent process by providing clear and comprehensive information to potential participants, enabling them to make informed decisions about research participation. The role involves working closely with sponsors, Clinical Research Associates, monitors and other stakeholders, providing study progress information as required. Responsibilities include maintaining Trial Master Files, managing study documentation, identifying and addressing recruitment challenges, supporting colleagues during periods of absence, completing feasibility assessments and expressions of interest, contributing to resource planning, maintaining accurate recruitment data and ensuring completed studies are archived appropriately in accordance with local requirements.
The Clinical Trials Research Nurse must ensure that study-specific systems and technology are suitable for local use and that all equipment required for research activity is appropriately calibrated and complies with study and local standards. The post holder is responsible for completing all relevant training before using any study-specific technology or equipment.
The post holder will work in accordance with Trust policies, procedures and the NMC Code, maintaining high standards of patient care and safety at all times. They will contribute to the continuous improvement of services across the Trust, uphold patient confidentiality, and ensure that patient and public feedback is appropriately sought, escalated and acted upon. The role also includes supporting complaints processes in accordance with Trust policy.
The role requires effective use of information technology and standard office equipment, alongside a high level of accuracy in documentation and data management. The post holder must be able to travel between Trust sites and may occasionally undertake home visits where required by study protocols. The position demands sustained concentration, the ability to manage competing priorities and resilience in responding to interruptions and changing workloads.
The post holder will regularly encounter situations requiring tact, diplomacy and emotional resilience. They must be able to respond professionally and sensitively to complex or emotionally demanding circumstances that may arise during the course of their duties.
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