Senior Research Nurse

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity to join the Specialised Translational Research Oxford Neuromuscular Group (STRONG) in the Department of Paediatrics as our Senior Research Nurse.

You will play an important role in supporting the delivery of our portfolio of clinical trials and will work closely with the Clinical Trial Managers, Clinical Research and Operations Manager, Laura Chiverton and Principle Investigator, Laurent Servais.

You will be responsible for managing the clinical aspects of our portfolio of clinical trials and will be an effective team leader. You will be responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care during participation in clinical research visits. The successful candidate will  also be required to utilise effective communication skills through a variety of methods, supporting participants and their families in decision making in relation to study entry and participation.

You will be working in a growing department within the Medical Sciences Division. The Department of Paediatrics is a world leader in child health research and hosts internationally renowned research programmes in drug development, gastroenterology, haematology, HIV, immunology, neuroimaging, neuromuscular diseases and vaccinology.

This position is offered full-time on a fixed-term contract initially for one year with the possibility to extend provided further external funding is available.

This role meets the criteria for a UK Skilled Worker visa.

About you

You will be a registered nurse with an NMC pin and will have significant experience and expertise within a leadership role. You will have competency in clinical skills relevant to neuromuscular research and will proactively contribute to the education of the MDT as well as working under your own initiative within the boundaries of your role.

Application Process

You will be required to upload a CV and Supporting Statement as part of your online application. The Supporting Statement should include a cover letter and should also clearly describe how you meet each of the selection criteria listed in the job description. Click

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To discuss the post in more detail, please contact Laura Chiverton ([email protected]), the Clinical Research and Operations manager.

Only online applications received before 12.00 midday on 10th June 2024 will be considered. Interviews will be held as soon as possible thereafter.