Clinical Research Nurse

at  279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust

We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently direct hiring Internationally Qualified Nurses.
We are seeking and enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our team working in the Clinical Research Facility in Brighton, overseeing a diverse portfolio of studies which include, but not limited to Critical Care, Perioperative, Surgery, Neurology and Orthopaedics.
The role will provide excellent professional and clinical leadership promoting the effective delivery of of a high standard of nursing care for all research participants and contributing to the delivery of our Research Strategy across the Trust
Experience in clinical research, is an advantage but training will be provided for the successful candidate.
Our team also support the UHSussex Research and Innovation Strategy
You will coordinate and support a range of clinical trials, including local academic studies and international multi-centre commercial clinical trials adhering to the principles of Good Clinical Practice in research.
The role includes recruitment and follow up of clinical trial participants, maintaining national monitoring standards including conversations about sensitive subjects while following protocol defined trial procedures.
Excellent communication, education and attention to detail is essential to liaise with participants, clinicians, sponsor representatives and research colleagues.
Championing research and embedding in clinical areas in line with the Research Strategy.
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex
See Job description and Person specification for detailed information.
The successful candidate will be experienced in relevant setting, dynamic and motivated, able to work independently and as part of our team and the wider R&I department.
For more information potential candidates are encouraged to contact Dee or Danie

Please refer the Job description for details