Job summary
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is one of the world's leading cancer research centres. The Trust works in partnership with The Institute of Cancer Research to produce high quality basic research, translational studies and clinical trials with the aim of developing better treatments for the benefit of cancer patients worldwide.
As a result of unit expansion and portfolio development an exciting opportunity has arisen for a band 6 research nurse, within the haematology research department to work across our Sutton and Chelsea branches.
This is a pivotal role and you will be part of a multidisciplinary team including experienced medical and research staff, taking part in an exciting range of clinical research studies. Ideally with previous clinical research experience, you will work within the guidelines and policies for the conduct of clinical trials, ensuring high standards of practice in accordance with the principles of GCP.
For further information or an informal discussion, please contact John Barwood - Lead Research Nurse on 0208 915 4433 or
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will be required to work as a self directed practitioner and have the skills to motivate others. They should also have a flexible approach to their duties and the ability to work both as part of the team as well as independently. In addition, you will have excellent communication, administrative and IT skills and be supportive and open to new initiatives. Continuous professional development is highly valued and supported. Working as a highly valued member of the MDT, we encourage further study. You will also have the opportunity to attend a number of overseas scientific meetings. We can also consider flexible working arrangements if required.
About us
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.
At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.
At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification:
1. To co-ordinate arrangements required for patients undergoing specialist investigations as part of the research protocol.
2. To assess the patient prior to trial treatment, monitor the patient receiving trial treatment and follow the patient up on completion of trial treatment as required by the protocol.
3. To collect and accurately record data in accordance with the requirements of the trial protocol.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
4. NMC registration
5. Post registration experience in a cancer care
6. BSc/MSc or studying at relevant level
7. Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
Desirable
8. Recognized cancer nursing qualification
9. Research methods education
Experience
Essential
10. Experience as a research nurse/senior staff nurse in oncology nursing
11. Personal and leadership management experience
Desirable
12. Experience as a research nurse/senior staff nurse working in a clinical research environment
13. Previous experience in clinical specialty of haematology
Skills/Abilities/Knowledge
Essential
14. Excellent organisational and time management skills
15. Excellent cross-disciplinary communication skills and ability to facilitate collaborative working relationships
16. Able to work unsupervised
17. Ability to work under pressure to meet service and patient priories
18. Computer literate in Microsoft outlook, office, word, excel and PowerPoint