Clinical Research Nurse
The Christie NHS Foundation Trust
Manchester, England, United Kingdom · Full Time
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- 6 days ago
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Job description
Overview
This role offers a permanent position working 37.5 hours per week within an established and growing clinical research nursing team focused on lung cancer trials at The Christie NHS Foundation Trust, a leading cancer center in Manchester, UK. The post involves managing the patient pathway across a diverse portfolio of academic and commercial clinical studies.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate patient management for lung cancer clinical trials, ensuring adherence to trial protocols.
- Engage in all trial phases, including feasibility assessments, trial initiation, patient recruitment, data management, and protocol amendments.
- Provide patient-centered support, maintaining safety and well-being within regulatory frameworks including ICH/GCP and Trust SOPs.
- Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams and clinical trial coordinators to ensure quality research delivery and effective communication with patients and their families.
- Promote clinical research nursing and clinical trials internally and externally through participation in events and meetings at various levels.
- Contribute to divisional, Trust-wide, and national objectives and strategies related to clinical research.
Requirements and Skills
- Background in oncology nursing with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to engage in complex clinical discussions with patients and families.
- Experience in clinical research and oncology is desirable.
- Flexibility in working arrangements is required.
Additional Information
The Christie NHS Foundation Trust treats over 60,000 patients annually and serves a wide population across Greater Manchester and Cheshire, as well as nationally for specialized services. It hosts one of Europe's largest early clinical trial units with over 300 trials yearly and is recognized as a leader in cancer research in the UK.
Prospective candidates are encouraged to discuss the role informally and may arrange a visit to meet the team for better understanding.
Contact for inquiries and informal visits:
Philip Russell, Clinical Research Matron
Phone: 0161 446 3711
Email: Philip.russell6@nhs.net