We are looking for a full Clinical Research Nurse on a fixed-term contract until December 2026, with a start date of 21st October 2024.
Working Monday – Friday with no requirement to work nights.
We are looking for Registered Nurses who can work in the Southeast Central region and be able to travel in the areas of Portsmouth and Reading.
The salary we are offering for this role is £38,000 - £42,000 dependent on experience.
Requirements
Building on our track record of delivering pioneering research, we are collaborating with Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Trust, University of Cambridge, and the Cancer Research UK (CRUK) King’s College London Cancer Prevention Trials Unit (CPTU) to deliver a clinical trial into the early detection of Oesophageal Cancer, the BEST 4 Screening Study.
This exciting new project is funded by CRUK and the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR). The trial aims to determine whether the capsule sponge test can be used to determine early diagnosis of cancer of the oesophagus and reduce the number of deaths due to oesophageal cancer.
The BEST4 screening study will recruit 120,000 participants, of whom 40,000 will receive the capsule sponge test on the BEST 4 mobile units located in approximately 5 regions across the UK. To support this study, we are recruiting Clinical Research Nurses to work across different locations (within a designated region). This is an exciting opportunity to be involved in a ground-breaking clinical trial and work across different locations carrying out clinical trial activities to ensure the successful delivery and recruitment of the BEST 4 study.
You will be responsible for managing clinics on the BEST 4 mobile unit and will be trained to administer the capsule sponge test. You will work alongside established clinical teams, researchers, research nurses, and administrators to facilitate recruitment, sample collection, data entry, and provide clinical support as required. You will be required to travel to various sites and undertake clinics in a mobile unit.
You will also need to liaise closely with the clinic coordinator regarding appointments and cover on the unit. You will work closely with the Clinical Coordinator, Clinical Research Team, and Project Managers at KCL, Cambridge, and EMS to ensure we meet the study objectives. You will be responsible for ensuring clinical and regulatory compliance, and that each participant's journey and their individual experience is to the highest standard, which is a vital part of this role.
Essential Requirements
* NMC Registration with continued CPD
* Previous research experience or Upper GI experience
* Knowledge of research methodology
* Significant post-registration clinical experience
* Experience in performing nurse-led clinics
* You must have full UK residency and hold a full and clean valid driving licence
Desirable
* Degree in a related subject area
* ICH GCP Training
* Knowledge of research regulations at the national level
* Prior experience in cancer research and endoscopy
* Prior experience of working with the capsule sponge test
You work hard for us; we work hard for you. It is that simple. And we know it sounds too good to be true (we hear that a lot). But trust us, this could be the best decision you make.
* Bank holidays, plus 25 days of annual leave, increasing to 28 after 5 years
* 1 Occasion Day each year; this could be your child’s first day of school, their nativity play, or your own birthday – the choice is yours!
* Healthshield
* Subsidised company events and gatherings
* A gift for your birthday
* Wellbeing support from our qualified Mental Health First Aiders, as well as via our health scheme
About EMS
The EMS Group is a people-first organisation. We are a team that cares about each other, the world around us, and the work that we do.
From being part of the NHS Galleri early cancer detection trial to providing mobile COVID testing centres for Randox and educating communities on the signs and symptoms of cervical cancer with Jo’s Trust charity.
Working at The EMS Group is varied, but every project we are part of has one thing in common: it’s about helping people.
2022 HSJ Partnership Awards ‘Best Healthcare Provider Partnership with the NHS’ finalist, our continued work with the NHS and healthcare organisations are part of our committed effort to making a difference to people’s lives.
Since 2021, we’ve tripled the number of employees at The EMS Group. Since 2021. But still, 24% of employees at EMS have been with us for between 5-21 years.
Why? Because we’ve not compromised on doing what our CEO always set out to when establishing the business back in 2000.
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