Senior Research Nurse for Advanced Therapies

Job overview

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Research Nurse to join our Clinical Research Facility (CRF) team, leading the delivery of Advanced Therapy Medicinal Product (ATIMP) and Genetically Modified Organism (GMO) studies within the Trust.

Working collaboratively with the (soon to be appointed) Advanced Clinical Practitioner/Lead Research Nurse for Advanced Therapies and a dedicated Pharmacist, you will play a pivotal role in supporting and growing this important portfolio of studies.

This is an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of cutting-edge research that has the potential to transform patient care.

The Senior Research Nurse will be responsible for identifying and delivering a portfolio of ATIMP and GMO trials within the Trust, leading, supporting, and directing staff involved in the delivery of advanced therapy research studies.

Acting as the primary point of contact for patients and their families, Investigators, Sponsors, and other internal and external research stakeholders, the post holder will ensure clear communication and coordination across all aspects of study delivery.

Working autonomously with minimal supervision, they will ensure that all research activity is conducted safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with regulatory standards.

In addition, they will contribute to the ongoing strategic development of advanced therapies research within the Trust, helping to shape and expand this rapidly evolving area of clinical innovation.

Main duties of the job

See Job Description for full details of role. Responsibilities include:

• In collaboration with the Advanced Nurse Practitioner/Lead Research Nurse, to act as an ATIMP clinical expert within the CRF, providing strong clinical leadership and direction to all staff involved in the delivery of ATIMPs.
• Lead the management, implementation and facilitation of patient pathways for advanced therapy trials in the CRF.
• Analyse and interpret complex ATIMP study protocols to determine capability and capacity requirements, and whether the trial can be included within the CRF portfolio, identifying factors which may affect the CRF’s ability to deliver research in line with protocols, taking remedial action and escalating where appropriate.
• Work autonomously to plan and deliver safe and effective clinical trials involving ATIMP’s and GMOs within the scope of their professional boundaries.
• To lead on the development and review of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for ATIMP delivery in the CRF.
• To lead, motivate and empower the ward team to deliver safe, high quality and effective care for children and their families in line with ATMP research protocols.
• To provide informal and formal training and education within the CRF e.g. research seminar, ATIMP competencies etc.
• Support the CRF Leadership Team with the achievement of the CRF strategy in relation to the future study portfolio and ATIMPs.
• Provide 24/7 care to deliver research protocols.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification to view the full details for this opportunity at Birmingham Women’s and Children’s NHS Foundation Trust.

When completing your application, please ensure you have evidenced how you meet the job description and person specification to include transferable experience, qualifications, skills along with professional registration details (if applicable).

Occasionally we receive a large number of applications for our roles and when that happens we sometimes bring the closing date forward, so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment.