Senior Research Nurse/ Practitioner

Overview

As a Senior Research Nurse/Research Practitioner you will play an integral role in the delivery of high quality research within oncology. The post holder will work collaboratively with the clinical team and wider multi-disciplinary team in the management of your own caseload. This will involve the identification, recruitment, education and monitoring of patients participating in research along with the timely collation and documentation of accurate data. The role is patient facing and the post holder will be required to work on site within the oncology and early phase research portfolios.The successful applicant will be responsible for managing a portfolio of complex clinical trials whereby they can make a valued contribution in assessing and managing the care pathways for patients participating in research. The post requires excellent communication skills, a sound understanding of complex scientific protocols, and the ability to work autonomously.Prior experience of working in research within an NHS setting is essential for this role and experience in oncology or early phase research is highly desirable. A mature attitude, leadership skills and the ability to use initiative are essential attributes for this role.Responsibilities

To be proficient in the requirements of data collection, data entry, data queries and safe data storage and to provide advice and support to junior staffTo supply data as required to sponsor, principal investigator and research teamsTo identify barriers to recruitment and implement agreed action plans as requiredTo act as a knowledgeable resource in clinical practice and research, promoting an active and effective research cultureTo manage your own caseload of clinical research study participants working collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary teamsTo support frameworks for research delivery including recruitment to time and target and recruitment of first patient within 30 days of NHS permissionTo use specialised knowledge to take lead of the clinical research area in the absence of the principal investigator and team leaderTo ensure research study specific investigations are undertaken as required by the research protocol, e.g. requisition and organisation of any necessary investigationsTo be proficient in proactively recording and reporting serious adverse events that may occur to the patient and ensuring processes are in place to capture such eventsTo be competent in performing clinical tasks required of the protocol, such as vital signs, ECGs and othersTo safely collect, store and transfer biological samples for patients in accordance to study protocolAbout us

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust is committed to equality of opportunity and improving the working lives of our staff. We offer a supportive environment with opportunities for career development.Benefits

Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Optional benefits include Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.Details

Date posted: 08 September 2025Pay scheme: Agenda for ChangeBand: Band 6Salary: £46,419 to £55,046 a year pa inclusiveContract: PermanentWorking pattern: Full-timeReference number: 290-SCCS-2021Job locations: Hammersmith Hospital, Du Cane Road, London, W12 0HSQualifications

Education EssentialHealth professional registration or first degree in life sciencesSkills/ Abilities EssentialEvidence of Leadership skillsIn-depth knowledge of clinical research methodology and trial protocols and to communicate this to professionals and lay personsExperience EssentialRelevant clinical experience within researchKnowledge of National Institute of Health Research (NIHR), its values, aims and structureExperience of working within NHS environment and with service usersDesirableExperience of supervision of junior staffEmployer details: Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, Hammersmith Hospital, Du Cane Road, London, W12 ..... full job details .....