Job summary We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated clinical research nurse to join our multidisciplinary team within the NIHR Imperial Clinical Research Facility to undertake exciting research in stroke and dementia. You will work with the team to deliver clinical studies investigating the 18kDa Translocator Protein (TSPO) as a drug target for cerebral small vessel disease, the most common cause of vascular dementia, and Alzheimer's disease. The research aims to address an immense unmet need in the management of vascular brain disease. You will be based at the NIHR Imperial Clinical Research Facility (CRF), a purpose-built unit at Hammersmith Hospital in West London. The facility is a partnership between Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust and Imperial College London, a world-leading research-intensive university. The CRF specialises in academic and commercial early phase clinical studies in various disease areas and provides a well-equipped and professional environment that enables medical staff and scientists to work collaboratively. The post will involve regular travel to the memory service at Charing Cross Hospital for the recruitment of participants. You will have a key role in the day-to-day running of the studies, including recruitment, participant-facing activities and data collection. You will work collaboratively with the research team and wider CRF team to coordinate and conduct participant visits and study-related activities, according to Good Clinical Practice. Main duties of the job The aim of this job is to provide best care to volunteers and patients participating in clinical research studies in the Imperial Clinical Research Facility (ICRF). You are expected to carry out procedures and investigations on research participants (healthy volunteers or patients) according to study protocol, Trust and local policies. Procedures include administration of Trial drugs, monitoring participants' progress, continuous assessment of participants' health, and collecting and processing blood and other biological samples. You will also be expected to lead on some studies. This may involve setting up studies with the required documents and approvals, monitor and support recruitment, organise participants' visits and schedules, and record, report and follow up progress and plans. You are expected to supervise nursing staff and allied healthcare professionals assigned to and working on studies you lead on. The post holder is expected to remain up to date with Trust and local policies and help support the unit's quality accounts by continuous auditing and developing standards. You are expected to continue developing yourself professionally and academically by utilising the relevant training and support opportunities available. About us At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care. Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career. Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities. We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview. Date posted 31 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £44,806 to £53,134 a year pa inclusive Contract Fixed term Duration 3 years Working pattern Full-time Reference number 290-MIC-1412 Job locations Hammersmith Hospital London W2 0HS Job description Job responsibilities The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert. Job description Job responsibilities The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert. Person Specification Education/ qualifications Essential Registered Nurse BSc or working towards a BSc in nursing Relevant specialist course or equivalent experience Good Clinical Practice Desirable Research qualification Management qualification Mentorship in Practice or equivalent Chemotherapy Administration Qualification Experience Essential Experience of working within a ward environment as a qualified nurse Desirable Research experience Experience with chemotherapy/cancer care Experience with cardiology Skills Essential Cannulation and phlebotomy Competency in medication administration including IV drugs. Evidence of teaching Ability to lead a team/ project IT skills including use of email and office packages Person Specification Education/ qualifications Essential Registered Nurse BSc or working towards a BSc in nursing Relevant specialist course or equivalent experience Good Clinical Practice Desirable Research qualification Management qualification Mentorship in Practice or equivalent Chemotherapy Administration Qualification Experience Essential Experience of working within a ward environment as a qualified nurse Desirable Research experience Experience with chemotherapy/cancer care Experience with cardiology Skills Essential Cannulation and phlebotomy Competency in medication administration including IV drugs. Evidence of teaching Ability to lead a team/ project IT skills including use of email and office packages Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust Address Hammersmith Hospital London W2 0HS Employer's website https://www.imperial.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)