Job summary
- Main area
- Research
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 6
- Contract
- Fixed term: 12 months (Limited Funding)
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week
- Job ref
- 309-UCLH-7463-B
- Employer
- University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- University College London Hospital
- Town
- London
- Salary
- £46,419 - £55,046 Per Annum Inclusive of HCAS
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 09/04/2026 23:59
Employer heading
Clinical Trial Practitioner/Research Nurse
NHS AfC: Band 6
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Job overview
The Research Nurse/Clinical Trials Practitioner is an autonomous specialist working within the multi-disciplinary paediatric/TYA team. The post holder will take responsibility for the co-ordination and management of a clinical research portfolio comprising of in-house,
national and international phase II and III clinical trials in oncology and haematology.
Responsibilities will include education of patients, families, and colleagues, coordination of
care of patients on trials, collection and preparation of biological samples, collection of trial
data and monitoring of the expected and unexpected side effects of drugs and other treatment modalities. The post holder will be expected to develop specialized skills and knowledge relating to the conduct of clinical trials, the therapies and the relevant disease sites. The post holder will be expected to have sufficient skills to enable patients to make informed choices concerning their involvement in clinical trials by providing advice and information and acting as the patient’s advocate.
The post is clinically based to support research in all oncology and haematological malignancies, and post holders will be expected to provide cross cover for members of the team.
If you would like further information, please contact Lauren Booker
[email protected]
Main duties of the job
To coordinate and conduct in-house, commercial and non-commercial national and international Phase I, II and III clinical trials.
Be accountable for the documentation of trial data according to ICH GCP guidelines.
Applying critical appraisal skills in evaluating research protocols.
Demonstrates autonomy as well as the ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary healthcare team in identifying and meeting the needs of the patient and his/her family during various stages of the healthcare continuum.
Coordinates and monitors the care of patients on clinical trials
Educates the multidisciplinary team about portfolio of clinical trials.
To act as a primary point of contact for patients in specific trials.
Educates patient and family about clinical trials, including the objectives, scientific rationale, treatment schedule, side effects and follow up plan.
Mentorship to data managers and clinical trial practitioners.
Provides cross cover for other research nurses, trial practitioners, data managers and assistants working in the clinical trials unit as directed by the Clinical Trials Manager.
To take personal responsibility for promoting a safe environment and safe patient care by identifying areas of risk and following the incident, serious incidents and near misses reporting policy and procedure.
Adheres to Trust and Directorate policies, procedures, standards and protocols.
Research nurses to practice at all times and remain up to date profess
Working for our organisation
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:
• University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)
• National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
• Royal National Throat, Nose and Ear Hospital
• Eastman Dental Hospital
• Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine
• University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
• The Hospital for Tropical Diseases
• University College Hospitals at Westmoreland Street
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women’s health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
This vacancy may close before the current listed closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England – for the third year in a row.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff – To find out more, visit: Flexible working.
To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
Person specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential criteria
- NMC First level registration or equivalent relevant degree for research nurse applicants
- Basic computer literacy
- Up to date GCP Training ForClinical Trial Practitioner
Desirable criteria
- Post registration oncology qualification or equivalent
- For Clinical Trial Practitioner applicants: Registration on the Academy for Healthcare Science Clinical Research Practitioner
- Competence in research orientated PC software (Access/Excel)
- Up to date GCP Training For Research Nurse applicants
Experience
Essential criteria
- Clinical trials experience For Clinical Trial Practitioner applicants
Desirable criteria
- Significant experience of working in cancer
- Experience of working with oncology/haematology patients
- Clinical trials experience For Research Nurse applicants
- Experience of formal/ informal teaching of patients and staff
- Experience of explaining complex concepts to patients in a clear and simplified manner
- Experience of acting as a patient advocate
- Experience working as a preceptor/facilitator
- Experience of phlebotomy and cannulation
Skills and Abilities
Essential criteria
- Demonstrates ability to prioritise workload
- Demonstrates evidence of professional development
- Proven knowledge of ICH GCP guidelines
- Proven ability to work effectively under pressure
- Computer literacy
Desirable criteria
- Proven effectiveness as working as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Demonstrates ability to work under own initiative and prioritise
- Demonstrates ability to take charge and delegate duties
- Demonstrates understanding of the importance of audit/quality
Values
Essential criteria
- Demonstrate ability to meet Trust Values of safety, kindness, teamwork and improving.
Communication
Essential criteria
- Proven ability to communicate effectively in writing
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Lauren Booker
- Job title
- Team Leader
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Additional information
If you would like further information, please contact Lauren Booker [email protected]
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