Clinical Research Nurse

We are seeking an enthusiastic, motivated and committed nurse to join the Imperial Clinical Respiratory Research Unit (ICRRU), supporting a diverse and expanding portfolio of clinical research studies.
This post offers an excellent opportunity for an individual looking to further develop their nursing career within the dynamic field of respiratory research. In return, we offer ongoing professional development and the opportunity to gain valuable experience within one of the UK's leading Academic Health Science Centres.
The successful applicant will work within a specialist team delivering research across a broad range of respiratory conditions, including Asthma, COPD, tuberculosis, interstitial lung disease and pleural disease. The portfolio includes both commercial and academic studies, encompassing observational and complex interventional trials.
You will work closely with a supportive and experienced team of Principal Investigators and multidisciplinary clinical teams, contributing to the delivery of high-quality patient care within a research setting. We are a welcoming, collaborative and forward-thinking team committed to excellence in research and patient care., + To facilitate efficient, safe and participant-focused research.
+ To contribute to the management of the local portfolio of clinical research studies.
+ Advises staff and researchers, acting as a knowledgeable resource on matters relating to clinical practice and research, promoting an active and effective research culture.
+ To co-ordinate the care of your own caseload of clinical research study participants.
+ To contribute to the development of research protocols.
+ To assist in the process of gaining local regulatory committee approval (ethics and R&D approval).
+ Continue your own professional development keeping updated with current practice.
+ To assist in the education and support of health care professionals to enable them to care for clinical research study patients/participants.
+ Coordinate own portfolio of clinical studies.

With five world-renowned hospitals, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust is full of opportunity if you are looking to develop your healthcare career.
We are an NHS Trust of approximately 16,000 people, providing care for over a million and a half patients from north west London and beyond every year.
We have a rich heritage and an ambitious vision for the future of our patients and local communities.
With our partners, Imperial College London, and The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust, we form Imperial College Academic Health Science Centre, one of 6 academic health science centres in the UK, working to ensure the rapid translation of research for better patient care and excellence in education.
We are proud of our heritage in innovation and we are early adopters of new insights in technologies, techniques and treatments for improving health., Working for our organisation
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.
Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career. Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview.
Environmental sustainability
Climate change and poor air quality is a health emergency that harms people's health and wellbeing and widens health inequalities. The Trust is also committed to reducing its impact on the environment by reducing our greenhouse gas emissions to Net Zero by 2045. All our employees have a role to play, and we have an active green network that supports staff to act in ways that ensures that our services are efficient, sustainable and reduce our impact on the environment www.imperial.nhs.uk/about-us/our-strategy/green-plan.