About this role
Job summary Help Shape the Future of Clinical Research in Primary Care
Are you passionate about delivering high-quality patient care and interested in expanding access to cutting-edge research?
Ashton Medical Group is seeking an ambitious and motivated Research Delivery Nurse to join our growing research team and help deliver an exciting portfolio of late-phase clinical trials through the NIHR Greater Manchester Clinical Research Delivery Centre (Primary Care).
This is a unique opportunity to become part of an innovative organisation that is transforming how clinical research is delivered in primary care. Working alongside experienced research clinicians, investigators and operational leaders, you will play a key role in bringing research opportunities closer to patients and communities across Greater Manchester.
Whether you are an experienced Research Nurse or a registered nurse looking to develop a career in clinical research, we would love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
As a Research Delivery Nurse, you will support the delivery of a diverse portfolio of late-phase clinical trials across primary care settings.
You will be responsible for coordinating and conducting study visits, supporting participant recruitment, obtaining informed consent, collecting and processing samples, administering investigational products where appropriate, maintaining study documentation and ensuring studies are delivered to the highest standards of quality, safety and regulatory compliance.
This role offers significant opportunities for professional development and exposure to both commercial and academic research.
Identify and recruit eligible participants into research studies.Conduct informed consent discussions in accordance with study protocols and regulatory requirements.Undertake clinical assessments and research study visits.Perform venepuncture and other study-related clinical procedures.Process, package and ship biological samples.Administer investigational medicinal products where delegated and appropriately trained.Accurately record research data within electronic and paper-based systems.Maintain investigator site files and essential study documentation.Assist with monitoring visits, audits and inspections.Work collaboratively with investigators, sponsors, CRDC partners and multidisciplinary teams.Support initiatives to increase participation from underserved and underrepresented communities.
About us
Ashton Medical Group is one of the largest and most research-active GP practices in the UK. We are proud to host and support a wide range of commercial and non-commercial clinical studies, providing patients with access to innovative treatments, technologies and healthcare interventions.
We are building a world-class infrastructure for delivering late-phase clinical trials in community settings. Our vision is to make research more accessible, inclusive and representative of the populations we serve.
You will join a supportive and growing team consisting of:
CRDC DirectorsResearch Operations ManagerResearch CoordinatorsResearch NursesPrincipal and Sub-Investigators from across the networkWhy Join Us?This is more than a research nursing role. It is an opportunity to help build a leading primary care research delivery centre and shape the future of healthcare innovation across Greater Manchester.
We offer:
A supportive and highly experienced research leadership team.Comprehensive research training and development opportunities.Opportunities to develop leadership and specialist research skills.The chance to improve access to research for diverse and underserved communities.The opportunity to contribute directly to the growth of one of the UK's most ambitious primary care research programmes.If you are excited by the prospect of helping deliver world-class clinical research in primary care and want to make a meaningful difference to patient outcomes, we would love to hear from you.
Job description Job responsibilities
Job Summary
Ashton Medical Group hosts the NIHR Greater Manchester Commercial Research Delivery Centre Primary Care and is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Research Delivery Nurse to support the delivery of a portfolio of late phase commercial clinical trials within primary care
The post holder will work closely with investigators research coordinators and the wider NIHR Greater Manchester Commercial Research Delivery Centre Primary Care team to deliver high quality research studies in accordance with study protocols good clinical practice regulatory requirements and local procedures
The role involves participant recruitment informed consent clinical assessments sample collection and processing administration of investigational medicinal products where appropriate study documentation data collection and participant follow up
The successful candidate will be based primarily at Ashton Medical Group but may be required to travel occasionally to partner sites across Greater Manchester
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Deliver research studies in accordance with approved protocols standard operating procedures good clinical practice and relevant legislation
Identify screen and recruit eligible participants into research studies
Support participant retention and follow up throughout the duration of studies
Obtain informed consent from research participants where appropriately delegated and trained
Conduct study visits and research assessments in accordance with study requirements
Perform clinical procedures including venepuncture observations and specimen collection as required by study protocols
Administer investigational medicinal products and study interventions where appropriately delegated and trained
Monitor participant safety and promptly escalate concerns to the principal investigator or appropriate clinician
Ensure participants receive high quality safe and patient centred care throughout their involvement in research
Maintain accurate and timely study documentation
Complete electronic and paper based case report forms and data entry systems
Maintain investigator site files and essential study documentation
Ensure research records are maintained in accordance with regulatory and sponsor requirements
Assist with study set up activities including feasibility assessments site initiation visits and study close down procedures
Support monitoring visits audits and inspections
Assist in the preparation and maintenance of delegation logs screening logs and recruitment trackers
Collect process package and ship biological samples in accordance with study protocols and laboratory requirements
Ensure samples are handled and stored safely and appropriately
Maintain accurate records relating to sample collection and shipment
Work in accordance with good clinical practice and all applicable research regulations
Maintain confidentiality and comply with information governance requirements
Report protocol deviations adverse events and serious adverse events in accordance with study requirements
Participate in quality improvement activities to enhance research delivery
Contribute to the development and review of local research procedures and processes
Develop effective working relationships with participants investigators sponsors research networks and partner organisations
Act as a professional representative of Ashton Medical Group and the NIHR Greater Manchester Commercial Research Delivery Centre Primary Care
Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful study delivery
Support the promotion of research opportunities within primary care and local communities
Contribute to initiatives aimed at improving participation from underserved and underrepresented populations
Maintain nursing registration and professional competence
Participate in mandatory training and continuing professional development
Undertake and maintain good clinical practice training
Keep up to date with developments in clinical research and research governance
Participate in appraisal and personal development planning processes
Work flexibly to meet the needs of the service
Support the wider research team as required
Undertake any other duties commensurate with the responsibilities of the post
Occasionally travel to partner sites across Greater Manchester to support research delivery
This job description is intended as a guide to the principal duties and responsibilities of the role and may be amended following consultation to meet the changing needs of the service
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Registered Nurse with current Nursing and Midwifery Council registration Degree level qualification in Nursing or equivalent professional qualification Evidence of continuing professional development Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to communicate complex information clearly and effectively to patients and colleagues Strong organisational and time management skills Ability to prioritise workload and work to deadlines Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team Good written and verbal communication skills Competent in the use of information technology and electronic record systems Understanding of patient confidentiality and information governance requirements Ability to maintain accurate clinical and research records Commitment to delivering high quality patient centred care Willingness to undertake Good Clinical Practice training and other research related training Ability to travel occasionally across Greater Manchester to support research delivery Flexible approach to working and service requirements
Desirable
Previous experience working in clinical research Good Clinical Practice certification Experience of participant recruitment and informed consent Experience of delivering clinical trials within primary care community or secondary care settings Venepuncture competency Experience of collecting processing and shipping biological samples Knowledge of clinical research regulations and governance requirements Experience of maintaining study documentation and research records Experience of electronic data capture systems Experience of working with commercial clinical trials Experience of working with diverse and underserved populations Knowledge of the National Institute for Health and Care Research research infrastructure
Experience Essential
Experience working as a registered nurse in a clinical setting Experience of delivering high quality patient centred care Experience of working within multidisciplinary teams Experience of maintaining accurate clinical records and documentation Experience of communicating effectively with patients carers and healthcare professionals Experience of managing competing priorities and working independently when required
Desirable
Experience working within clinical research Experience recruiting participants into research studies or service improvement projects Experience obtaining informed consent Experience conducting study visits or clinical assessments Experience of venepuncture and specimen collection Experience of processing and handling biological samples Experience of maintaining research documentation and investigator site files Experience using electronic data capture systems Experience working on commercial clinical trials Experience working within primary care research settings Experience supporting monitoring visits audits or inspections Experience working with underserved or underrepresented populations
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.
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 Ashton Medical Group
Address Glebe Street
Ashton-under-Lyne
Greater Manchester
OL6 6HD
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.ashtonmedicalgroup.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)