About this role
Job summary
Clinical Research Nurse/AHP/Practitioner - 37.5 hours - Fixed term 12 months
We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic nurse / allied healthcare practitioner / research practitioner with an interest in research to support our growing clinical research team.
The post holder will be responsible for the delivery of clinical trials from set-up to closure. Duties will include recruiting participants into studies, conducting research assessments and procedures such as vital signs, phlebotomy and body composition at various time points, capturing source data, updating electronic data bases and resolving data queries in a timely manner.
You must be able to demonstrate an ability to manage your own workload, to work under pressure and to work flexibly as part of a team.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will support the delivery of high-quality clinical research across a range of specialties by identifying eligible patients, providing clear study information, and assisting with informed consent processes. They will coordinate and deliver participant-focused research activities--including study set-up, data collection, sample handling, follow-up and documentation--ensuring all activity adheres to study protocols, ICH-GCP, research governance standards and data protection requirements. Working closely with clinicians, research teams, service departments and external partners, they will help manage multiple concurrent studies, maintain accurate records, monitor participant safety, and support recruitment through regular communication and engagement. The role also involves promoting research within the Trust, contributing to training and education, supporting audit and reporting requirements, and acting as a knowledgeable resource for staff and patients involved in research.
About us
Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust serves a community of 250,000 people across Tameside & Glossop. We provide a range of services both within the hospital and across our community for both adults and children.Our vision is to improve health outcomes for our population and influence wider determinants of health through collaboration with our health & care partners.
We have a clear set of values & behaviours which we expect all of our staff to demonstrate:
Compassion Accountability Respect Excellence
We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.
We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian & minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+& Disabled people.
Benefits include; flexible working, 27-33 days annual leave plus bank holidays, sick pay, NHS Pension Scheme, free eye tests and health checks, gym discount, free bicycle loan scheme, salary sacrifice car scheme, support with stress, bereavement, relationships, finance, and much more.
Job description Job responsibilities
The job description gives an overview of the main tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specifications focusses on the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. These documents are attached on the page and can be downloaded.
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Registered Nurse (NMC) or Allied Health Professional (HCPC), or Academy Healthcare Science (AHCS) registration status Willingness to undertake further training relevant to the post - and to use and maintain these skills in the delivery of care. Willingness to undertake relevant teaching, mentoring and/or assessor qualifications, as required for the role. Degree level qualification or equivalent experience
Experience Essential
Working within a multidisciplinary team Evidence of recent professional development Experience of establishing effective communication
Desirable
Previous experience within research setting
Skills Essential
Specific clinical skills appropriate to specialty or willingness to undertake Ability to work as part of the multi- disciplinary team Ability to prioritise own workload and that of others Ability to demonstrate: Assertiveness Motivational Skills Negotiation Problem solving / Decision Making Delegation Conflict and problem solving IT skills - use of email, word processing, internet searching, excel spreadsheets Awareness of current NHS priorities, policies and operational challenges. Ability to communicate effectively both written & verbal. Ensures that own actions support equality, diversity, privacy and dignity
Desirable
Knowledge and skills obtained in a relevant band 5 post. Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice
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 Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
Address Tameside General Hospital
Fountain Street
Ashton Under Lyne
OL6 9RW
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.tamesidehospital.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)