Research Sister/ Charge Nurse

Job overview

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

Main duties of the job

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Research Nurse or Paediatric Oncology Nurse to join our dedicated Paediatric Oncology Research Team. This is a rewarding leadership role offering the chance to contribute to high-quality, patient-centred research that is helping to advance paediatric cancer treatment and improve the lives of children, young people, and their families. As a senior member of the team, you will provide clinical, operational, and professional leadership, supporting the delivery of a diverse portfolio of paediatric oncology research studies. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to embed research into routine clinical care and ensure that every eligible patient has the opportunity to participate in research. We are particularly interested in candidates with experience in both paediatric oncology nursing and/or clinical research. Experience in chemotherapy administration is desirable. Applicants should be able to demonstrate strong research expertise and proven leadership skills. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the future of paediatric cancer care while leading and supporting a dedicated research team committed to improving outcomes for patients and families.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

If you are an ambitious and forward-thinking registered nurse with excellent leadership skills, a commitment to research excellence, and a desire to make a real difference to patient care, we would love to hear from you. Please note that this is an on-site role. We strongly encourage prospective applicants to arrange an informal visit to learn more about the role, the team, and the working environment before applying. Join us and help shape the future of paediatric oncology care through research at UHS. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail, please read the full job description.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver a portfolio of clinical research studies within paediatric oncology, ensuring compliance with study protocols, GCP standards and regulatory requirements.
• Identify, screen, recruit and support patients and relatives participating in research studies, obtaining informed consent or consultee agreement where appropriate.
• Collect, document and maintain accurate research data and study records to ensure data quality, audit readiness and participant safety.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, sponsors and research networks to support successful study delivery and achievement of recruitment targets.

Experience/Skills required

• Registered Nurse (Adult) with current NMC registration.
• Clinical experience within paediatric oncology and/or research.
• Clinical experience in administering chemotherapy.
• Experience of delivering or supporting clinical research studies, including knowledge of research governance and Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with patients, relatives and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple studies, prioritise workload and work independently within a fast-paced environment.

Additional Requirements

• Willingness and ability to work flexibly to meet study requirements, including working early, late or weekend working where required.
• Ability to travel between Trust sites and external meetings as required.
• Successful candidates will be required to undergo the appropriate NHS employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development and commitment to maintaining clinical and research competencies.

For an overview of the position, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification document. This includes a detailed breakdown of the key responsibilities, role expectations, and the qualifications we are looking for.

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

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.