Research Nurse

This is an exciting opportunity to be involved inclinical research role within primary care. The Adam Practice is seeking torecruit an enthusiastic, self- motivated qualified nurse with previous experiencein research, with a broad range of clinical knowledge & research. Here atThe Adam Practice, we have a large portfolio of complex clinical trials fromphase II phase III. We work with sponsors such as Amgen, Astra Zeneca, Lilly,Abbott & Sanofi to name a few. We like to push the boundaries in our research& we are working across our patch with other practices to form acollabortaion that will enable more patients to take part in research forpatient benefit. We have our own lab to process research samples, -20 & -80freezers along with a whole host of ambient & cold storage for researchdrugs. Joining The Adam Practice team will be an exciting opportunity to bringyour skills & knowledge into a growing primary care research team theonly large primary care research team in Dorset. Main duties of the job The post holder will be part of a ResearchTeam to actively participate in and support the continued development ofresearch within The Adam Practice. You will work closely with our highlysuccessful research team to promote and implement research studies in primarycare. You will take the lead on research studies and educate research nurseswhom may have less experience than you. We welcome early applications as this vacancy may close earlier than advertised if a high volume of applicants is received. About us The Adam Practice is a partnership located across 5 surgeries in Poole, Dorset. This is an exciting opportunity to join our growing primary care team in a forward- thinking, innovative, general practice, which has a current CQC rating of Outstanding in Care. Here are some of our many benefits we offer; Access to NHS Pension Scheme and NHS discounts, 5 weeks annual leave (inclusive of bank/public holidays that fall in the holiday year). Entitlement is pro-rata for part-time employees. Auto enrolment in NHS Pension Scheme. Cycle to work scheme. Job responsibilities The post holder will be part of a ResearchTeam to actively participate in and support the continued development ofresearch within The Adam Practice. You will work closely with our highlysuccessful research team to promote and implement research studies in primarycare. You will take the lead on research studies and educate research nurseswhom may have less experience than you. You will have good working knowledge of allaspects of the research process from study start-up, recruitment and deliveryto close out of a study. You will need to have an excellent level of written/verbal communication skills and be competent in computer literacy. You will work in collaboration withmultidisciplinary teams and be fully supported in this role by our LeadResearch nurse/ Lead GP and Nurse Manager. Essential for the role is organizationalskills, excellent interpersonal skills, computer literacy and self-motivation. We require a post of 37.5hrs over 5 days perweek. There is some flexibility available around start times of each day. Allcandidates are strongly encouraged to visit the practice & meet the teamprior to interview. Salary - Will be dependent on experience andbased on Practice pay scale. Additional benefits include access to NHSPension Scheme and NHS discounts, 6 weeks annual leave (inclusive ofbank/public holidays that fall in the holiday year). Entitlement is pro-ratafor part-time employees. For further details on this role or toarrange an informal meeting please email Rebecca Cutts rebecca.cutts@dorsetgp.nhs.uk or Tracey Dare tracey.dare@dorsetgp.nhs.uk. Person Specification Mobility Ability to travel between all Practice sites when required Qualifications Essential Registered (first level) nurse either adult or paediatric Post grad diploma or degree relating to primary care Certified in ICH GCP clinical Research. Experience Current Registration with NMC Minimum 2 years post registration NHS experience Post graduate experience in clinical research Qualities and Attributes Understanding of when to seek assistance Fluency in written and spoken English Potential to cope with stressful situations and undertake responsibility Commitment to continuing professional development Motivated and Trustworthy Flexibility and a Good Timekeeper A team player who contributes to and facilitates decision-making and develops trust as part of a multidisciplinary team Views self as part of larger organisation Uses resources efficiently Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. #J-18808-Ljbffr