Research Team Leader/Charge Nurse (Rapid Response)

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Rapid Response Research Team as a Research Team Leader/Charge Nurse.  We are seeking an experienced and motivated individual with managerial and leadership skills who will play a key role in the implementation and delivery of the clinical trials at RCHT.

This role involved working with the Lead Research Nurse to ensure strategic development and operational management of commercial and non-commercial research activities, working collaboratively with our partners across the region.

The successful candidate will be NMC registered and will have a strong and proven nursing background with leadership and experience in managing and developing teams.  You will have exceptional organisational, communication, and problem-solving abilities, as well as being adaptable, proactive, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Research skills are advantageous, but a passion for research and developing knowledge in this area are essential.

If you are passionate about leading teams and driving clinical research forward, we want to hear from you.   Applicants are encouraged to contact Lisa Trembath, Lead Research Nurse, on 07917 237357 or email: [email protected] to discuss the role in more detail and/or arrange a site visit for a tour and to receive further information.

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and manage a team to ensure the successful delivery of clinical trials with a commercial focus in line with CRDC objectives.

Drive growth and development of the team’s trial portfolio, identifying and implementing opportunities for expansion.

Collaborate closely with team leads and other departments to achieve project objectives.

Adapt to shifting priorities with resilience and a proactive mindset.

Demonstrate flexibility by working outside standard hours and across multiple sites as protocol requires.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

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To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:

Identity Checks

Professional registration and qualification checks

Employment history and reference checks

Occupational Health clearance

Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check

Right to work in the UK

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We reserve the right to close this advert early.

We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.