Band 6 - Clinical Research Nurse - Early Phase Oncology

Job summary

This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and well organised Research Nurse to work on our Early Phase Oncology portfolio in the Clinical Research Facility.

The post-holder will be responsible for assessing and managing the research pathway for patients participating in Oncology clinical trials.

Must be SACT (Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy) trained and experienced in delivering SACT.

This will involve identifying suitable study participants, undertaking study assessments and procedures and ensuring patient safetyby reviewing and recording adverse events.

You will work collaboratively with the clinical trials research teams within the Clinical Research Facility and the wider multi-disciplinary team in the management of caseloads of Early Phase Oncology clinical trial patients. You should have excellent communication skills, together with the ability to organise and motivate others as well demonstrating significant initiative. You should be able to work autonomously, demonstrate enthusiasm and innovation when faced with challenges and be able to utilise excellent project management and time management skills in conducting the research.

Main duties of the job

You will be responsible for identifying and recruiting patients, supporting the patient through the trial, performing study assessments, and ensuring data is reported accurately and on time. You will work closely with a variety of healthcare professionals and teams so excellent communication skills are essential, as is attention to detail. You will work autonomously and manage your own workload but also as part of a team.

The successful candidate is required to be able to demonstrate the trust values, the responsibilities of the job description and person specification. Experience of working in clinical research as well as in the role of a clinical research nurse is desirable.

About us

The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.

Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top

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