About this role
Job summary
To contribute to all aspects of the planning, conduct and reporting of all clinical trials within the research speciality
To be responsible for the day-to-day management of, patient recruitment to research studies
To work on a daily basis with minimal supervision as part of a research team
To ensure that all clinical research activity is ICH GCP compliant and conducted in accordance with the agreed protocols.
To maintain a high standard of patient care in line with Trust and R&D policies and protocols and in accordance with the Research Governance Framework.
To ensure that all data is collected and managed effectively and accurately
To contribute to all aspects of the planning, conduct and reporting of all clinical trials within the research speciality
Knowledge of clinical research including issues on ethics, law, drug development and management in clinical issues
Partly responsible for submissions to research ethics committees
Maintaining overall standard of care for patients at all times
Educational and developmental role
Ability to give advice on the organisation and management of research in progress
Liaison with sponsor companies and multi-disciplinary research teams
Main duties of the job
To contribute to all aspects of the planning, conduct and reporting of all clinical trials within the research speciality
To be responsible for the day-to-day management of, patient recruitment to research studies
To work on a daily basis with minimal supervision as part of a research team
To ensure that all clinical research activity is ICH GCP compliant and conducted in accordance with the agreed protocols.
To maintain a high standard of patient care in line with Trust and R&D policies and protocols and in accordance with the Research Governance Framework.
To ensure that all data is collected and managed effectively and accurately
To contribute to all aspects of the planning, conduct and reporting of all clinical trials within the research speciality
Knowledge of clinical research including issues on ethics, law, drug development and management in clinical issues
Partly responsible for submissions to research ethics committees
Maintaining overall standard of care for patients at all times
Educational and developmental role
Ability to give advice on the organisation and management of research in progress
Liaison with sponsor companies and multi-disciplinary research teams
About us
NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group (UHL Group) was formed on 1 November 2024, born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide our communities.
We are one of the largest employers in region, with over 18,900 colleagues who are dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond.
For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, we are their local NHS. We provide general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services that extend to more than two million people in the North West.
We operate from five hospital sites:Aintree University Hospitalis the single receiving site for adult major trauma patients in Cheshire and Merseyside, and hosts a number of regional services including an award-winning stroke facility.Broadgreen Hospitalis home to several elective surgical, diagnostic and treatment services, together with specialist patient rehabilitation.Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospitalprovide specialist services incardiothoracic surgery,cardiology and respiratory medicine, both in the hospital and out in the community.Liverpool Women's Hospitalspecialises in the health of women and babies, delivering over 7,200 babies in the UK's largest single site maternity hospital each year. TheRoyal Liverpool University Hospital is the largest hospital in the country to provide inpatients with 100% single en-suite bedrooms and mainly focuses on complex planned care and specialist services.
Job description Job responsibilities
To assist the clinicians in the assessment of patients/volunteers for eligibility for research and monitoring of their condition throughout their participation.
To provide ongoing advice and information to patients/volunteers with regard to their participation in clinical research in order to facilitate effective informed consent.
To assist the clinicians to report and record any adverse events as dictated by Trust and Departmental protocols.
To assist the clinicians with protocol development and ethical approval.
To assist in the analysis of data and preparation of reports for presentation and publication.
To co-ordinate and carry out patient visits in accordance with study protocols, including co-ordinating special tests in other departments, collection of data, coding, data entry and patient support
To carry out treatment procedures and treatment interventions according to pre- determined protocols, including venepuncture, venous cannulation, administering of intra-venous drugs and vital sign recording
To report on a regular basis to the Senior Nurse of the R&D department for professional support and guidance.
To ensure that all clinical research activity is ICH GCP compliant and conducted in accordance with the agreed protocols
To maintain a high standard of patient care in line with Trust and R&D policies and protocols and in accordance with the Research Governance Framework
To ensure that all data is collected and managed accurately
To carry out the collection, processing and shipping of biological specimens according to protocol requirements and follow up appropriately on alert values
To be involved in the education of patients and their various aspects of their disease
To ensure that patient safety is paramount in all procedures that take place for trial purposes
To ensure clinical and research documentation and record keeping is completed accurately and efficiently in accordance with the EU Directive, ICH GCP Guidelines.
To work within the N.M.C Code Of Conduct and scope of professional conduct
To have sufficient computer skills for the handling and management of computerised data
To keep up to date with relevant medical literature, developments in clinical research methodology, monitoring and local regulatory and ethical requirements
To attend research network meetings, attend courses, conferences and study days in order to remain up to date with all relevant aspects of clinical research
To participate in the education and development of staff/students, e.g. clinical supervision and ensure that all personnel are adequately informed about, and comply with all details of the trials.
To participate in the education and development of student nurses.
The post holder will be expected to work clinical shifts in a ward environment if necessary
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
RGN Current NMC registration Attendance of recent short courses and/or study days on research
Desirable
1 st level degree or studying towards Research Qualifications
Experience Essential
Demonstrable experience of patient education and counselling, e.g. providing lifestyle advice Clinical experience/qualification in venepuncture, IV cannulation Supervision of student nurses Previous experience of co-ordinating clinical research studies Experience of liaison with staff at all levels in Healthcare
Desirable
Previous experience within the research speciality Appraisal and interviewing skills
Knowledge Essential
Knowledge of the principles and practice of clinical research and/or clinical trials Understanding of the role & responsibilities of a Clinical Research Nurse Knowledge of ethical and quality standards applicable to clinical trials, including EU Directive on ICH GCP requirements
Desirable
Knowledge of the Health Service, R&D, the pharmaceutical industry partnership and relevant information sciences
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 Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address Research Department
Thomas Drive
Liverpool
L14 3PE
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.liverpoolft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)