The closing date is 05 October 2026
Salary: £58,133 to £65,261 a year per annum, inclusive of HCAS
Job summary
The Senior Clinical Research Nurse is an expert nurse within the Trust for the conduct of clinical trials, academic research and studies. The postholder will work with the Early Phase CRF OncologyResearch Team in the Clinical Research Facility within a leadership and collaborative role in conjunction with Principal Investigators, Co Investigators and all clinical staff involved in the care and supervision of patients enrolled on trials. They will help with study set up, recruitment to trials, and all on-going clinical trial activity. There is the need for visibility, flexibility, expert communication and teaching skills to engender understanding and support for the research process. The Senior Research nurses are responsible for the oversight of a leadership and management of the Early Phase Oncology Research Team, oversight of a portfolio of studies, and lead in all communication to support recruitment, the reporting of clinical events, the collection of quality controlled data and effective communication with external sponsors.
The postholder will be expected to work flexibly. There may be the occasional need to work from alternative sites, out of hours or at weekends.They may also be expected to work flexibly across other clinical specialties within the Trust & the Regional Research Delivery Network.
Must be SACT trained and be able to administer all medication routes of Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy
Main duties of the job
The post holder will coordinate and manage a clinical research portfolio, working collaboratively with the Early Phase Oncology Research Team in the Clinical Research Facility, Principal Investigators and multidisciplinary teams to support patients participating in early phase Oncology clinical trials. Responsibilities include, but not limited to, screening and identifying eligible patients, maintaining detailed knowledge of study protocols, supporting recruitment in outpatient and inpatient settings, monitoring patient progress, and collecting accurate clinical trial data.
The role will also be involved with the responsibility for the safe administration of experimental treatments and monitoring patients for expected and unexpected side effects.
The role also involves acting as a key contact for patients and families by providing information, support, and advocacy to help patients make informed decisions regarding participation in research.
In addition, the post holder will support the Clinical Research Facility delivery team research by managing staff appraisals and professional development, contributing to the growth of the unit’s early phase research portfolios and ensuring ethical standards are maintained throughout the research delivery process.
This position offers the opportunity to work within a supportive research delivery team in a Trust committed to research and innovation to improve patient care and outcomes.
Person Specification
Royal Free Trust Shared commitments
Essential
- Demonstrable ability to demonstrate Trust Shared commitments
Education & professional Qualifications
Essential
- Healthcare Professional qualification with current registration
- Recognised research module/ qualification or equivalent short courses and accredited updates
- Recognised teaching module/ qualification
- Completed science degree
- Completed/working towards Masters degree in a related field
Experience
Essential
- Significant post registration NHS nursing experience in a relevant clinical specialty
- Experience of working in Clinical Research.
- Experience of formal/ informal teaching of patients and staff
- Experience in delivering evidence based practice
- Experience of explaining complex concepts to patients in a clear and simplified manner
- Experience of acting as a patient advocate
- Experience working as a mentor/ clinical teaching
Desirable
- Clinical experience in delivering early phase clinical research where unlicensed drugs are being given
- Experience of data management using paper and electronic case report forms (CRFs)
- Line Management Experience
Skills and aptitudes
Essential
- Proven effectiveness as working as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Demonstrates ability to prioritise workload
- Demonstrates ability to work under own initiative
- Demonstrates ability to take charge and delegate duties
- Demonstrates evidence of professional development
- Demonstrates understanding of the importance of audit/quality
- Knowledge of ICH GCP guidelines
- Proven ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing Proven ability to work effectively under pressure and adhere to strict timelines
- IT/Computer literacy and experience creating and maintaining electronic databases
- Competent to administer oral and IV medication
Desirable
- Competence in phlebotomy and cannulation
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).