Clinical R esearch Nurse – Aberdeen (onsite) At Scottish Brain Sciences we want everyone to enjoy better brain health for life. We are committed to delivering a step change in the detection and treatment of neurodegenerative conditions. To achieve this, we deliver clinical trials of new tests and medicines that aim to detect brain disease early and treat it before it progresses to dementia. We provide a full-service model for clinical research, with dedicated brain health research centres, an in-house laboratory and imaging services. Together with our participants, we are building one of the world’s largest biobanks of genetic, blood and imaging data in neurodegenerative disease. This data will speed progress in the search for better Alzheimer’s diagnostics and treatments. We’re looking for a Clinical Research Nurse with experience in Clinical Research to support our growing team based at one of our sites across Scotland. This is a high growth, fast paced organisation meaning the ability to be productive in such an environment is critical. Essential Duties and Responsibilities This is an exciting opportunity to join Scottish Brain Sciences to support clinical trials from the ground roots. To perform this role successfully, you must have previous experience in collecting participant data (including blood; urine and personal measurements), administration of investigational medicinal products and be an articulate communicator and be familiar with systems-based practice while putting study participant safety and care foremost. In addition, you will: Identify, screen, and recruit subjects into research studies to ensure effective achievement of study aims To perform study-specific assessments and investigations by the study protocol Provide ongoing advice and information to patients and study participants regarding their participation in clinical research to facilitate effective informed consent Responsible for coordinating study visits and implementing clinical study protocols within times set out by the study schedule of events Responsible for inputting accurate clinical study data into Case Report Forms and electronic CRFs and where appropriate maintaining patient records Responsible for maintenance of study site files and other research records Take and process clinical samples ( eg venepuncture/cannulation) for studies, coo r dinate blood and tissue sample collection, and dispatch to the relevant department or trial centre as appropriat e Manage and supervise administration of investigational medicinal products At all times maintain a professional manner with patients, colleagues, and the wider multi-disciplinary team. Quality and Risk, Health, and Safety Management You will be able to identify, assess, manage, and monitor risks within your area of responsibility and apply policies, procedures and safe professional practice whilst adhering to relevant legislation, regulations, and standards. You will need to: Understand legal, health and safety standards for the business and ensure standards are met Be prepared to take training to ensure compliance Experience in the safe handling, preparation, storage, and shipping of biological samples Experience in obtaining Informed consent Administrative Work collaboratively with colleagues across Scottish Brain Sciences ensure policy is maintained and that professional standards regarding data are handled appropriately. Keep up to date with local guidelines Ie, the Freedom of Information Act (FOI); Data Protection Acts; General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other relevant legislation Take a pro-active approach with internal and external stakeholders Basic level of IT literacy to log participant data, using several computer software systems, and update and complete daily tasks and forms Ability to work in a team within a multidisciplinary environment with minimal supervision Experience in using electronic data capture systems for research management Skills and Qualifications Strong empathetic communication style Organised with basic IT literacy Minimum first level 1 year post registration RGN or RMN Knowledge of ICH GCP Guidelines. Medicines for Human Use Legislation & Research Governance Framework. Phlebotomy and Cannulation experience A practical understanding of clinical research methodology, including applicable regulatory requirements This is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities for the role and other duties/tasks may be reasonable requested in accordance with the role. In this role you will be in contact with live blood samples, you must be vaccinated against Hepatitis B or be prepared to be vaccinated if successful.