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Main area: Research Grade Band 6
Contract: 1 year (Fixed term 1 year or Secondment)
Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week
Job ref: 279-6883772-DEC24
Employer: University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
Site: Royal Alexandra Children's Hospital
Town: Brighton
Salary: £37,338 - £44,962 per annum
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 12/01/2025 23:59
About our Trust
At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute Trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.
Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to always put our Patient First. In fact, our mission is summed up by our ‘where better never stops’ motto and you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed.
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 fixed term / secondment post 37.5 hours a week for a year. We require an experienced, enthusiastic RN Child or RSCN working at UH Sussex University Hospitals NHS Trust with a clear interest in research.
This would give you the opportunity to expand your knowledge of Clinical Research by joining our Paediatric and Neonatal Clinical Research Nursing team at The Royal Alexandra Children’s Hospital in Brighton (RACH).
Please note that this role is a secondment opportunity or fixed term contract. Before applying you must seek agreement and authorisation from your current line manager.
Main duties of the job
You will coordinate a variety of Clinical Paediatric and Neonatal Research studies, including national & local academic studies as well as multi-centre commercially sponsored trials, adhering to the principles of Good Clinical Practice in research.
This role will involve recruitment & follow-up of patients within trials, and you will be responsible for following study protocols & ensuring the safety of these patients along with the collation & documentation of study data.
Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, education and support of children & families for our clinical trials is also required.
Person specification
* Registered Nurse Children (RNC) (Sub Part 1) or RSCN
* Acute Secondary Care Paediatric / Neonatal experience
* Interest in Clinical Research
* Good Clinical Practice Certificate
* Research Experience/management of clinical trials
Important information for applicants
Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.
DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check.
Skilled Worker Visa: Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for those that meet the Visa and Immigrations eligibility criteria.
Closing adverts early: Please apply as early as you're able for this role. In the event of exceptional interest we may close adverts earlier than specified.
UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications.
Further Information
For help with the application process for non-medical vacancies only, please contact the Resourcing Team by Email: uhsussex.non-medicalvacancies@nhs.net
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