Research Nurse

Job overview

We are looking for a Research Nurse to join our team working on Respiratory Studies

If this is you, we have an exciting opportunity to join our research delivery team as a research nurse. We are a diverse team and welcome applicants from a wide range of clinical backgrounds.

Our team supports a wide range of studies from observational studies through to phase 2 and 3 clinical trials. We also helped to deliver cutting edge novel therapies during the Covid pandemic.

The role will suit somebody who has some research experience and is interested in working with the respiratory research team.

This job is being offered as a full-time (37.5 hours per week) position, however, job-sharing or flexible working could be considered for the right applicant(s). We would also welcome applications for this post as a secondment, provided that your current line-manager has agreed to facilitate this.

On successful appointment, there is a tailored induction and training program.

The role is mainly based at RLI but some cross bay working will be expected.

The post-holder will lead in the provision of a clinical study service.

Main duties of the job

• Coordination of suitable studies.
• Delivery of investigative medicines.
• Working closely with the team to deliver the wider portfolio of studies.
• You will be responsible for assessing and managing the care pathways for patients and carers participating in clinical studies focused mainly on respiratory but may be required to assist with  other specialities
• Recruitment, education and monitoring of research participants and the collection and documentation of accurate data including collection and management of tissue and/or samples.
• Supporting a wide range of research clinics.
• Processing lab samples.
• Conducting assessments as per the study protocol.
• Collecting physical assessments.
• Supervising and supporting junior staff.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website