Senior Research Nurse

Overview

We are looking for an experienced research nurse to join the Sarcoma Research Unit as a keyworker, providing expert knowledge of both Sarcoma and clinical trials. You will run and support patients on phase I to III clinical trials in various modalities, including chemotherapy, radiotherapy and surgery, and lead improvement strategies for data collection and documentation on EPIC while teaching other unit members.

• Opportunity to develop your leadership and research skills and be part of the larger research community.
• To be in a friendly team of highly motivated nurses and research staff in a busy, rewarding environment.
• Continuous professional development is a priority and we are closely linked with the Royal Marsden School.
• Working as a highly valued member of the multidisciplinary team.

For more information, or to visit our unit, please contact Elizabeth Barquin, Clinical Research Nurse Team Leader, , or Steven Edmunds, Senior Research Nurse, .

• Run and support patients on phase I to III clinical trials in chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and surgery.
• Recruit, treat and monitor patients on sarcoma studies, including the collection of blood for pharmacokinetic studies.
• Provide support to patients and their families while on study.
• Lead improvement strategies for how we collect and document data on EPIC and help teach other unit members.
• Coordinate and manage a clinical research portfolio, ensuring continued care and support for patients involved in trials.
• Support patients by providing advice, information, and acting as patient advocates.
• Work closely with the principal investigator and multidisciplinary team to facilitate coordinated patient care.
• Ensure proposed research projects are registered and reviewed by the Trust’s R&D department and REC prior to commencement, and that updates and amendments are reported in a timely manner.
• Liaise with pharmaceutical sponsors regarding feasibility and implementation aspects of proposed clinical trials.

• Experience in recruitment, treatment, and monitoring of patients in sarcoma studies.
• Knowledge of clinical trial operations, data collection, and EPIC documentation.
• Strong communication and teaching skills, with the ability to support patients and families.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.