Clinical Research Nurse (Aberdeen)

Job title:

Clinical Research Nurse (Aberdeen)

Company:

Scottish Brain Sciences

Job description

Clinical Research Nurse – Aberdeen (onsite)At Scottish Brain Sciences we want everyone to enjoy better brain health for life.We are committed to delivering a step change in the detection and treatment of neurodegenerative conditions. To achieve this, we deliver clinical trials of new tests and medicines that aim to detect brain disease early and treat it before it progresses to dementia. We provide a full-service model for clinical research, with dedicated brain health research centres, an in-house laboratory and imaging services.Together with our participants, we are building one of the world’s largest biobanks of genetic, blood and imaging data in neurodegenerative disease. This data will speed progress in the search for better Alzheimer’s diagnostics and treatments. We’re looking for a Clinical Research Nurse with experience in Clinical Research to support our growing team based at one of our sites across Scotland. This is a high growth, fast paced organisation meaning the ability to be productive in such an environment is critical.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesThis is an exciting opportunity to join Scottish Brain Sciences to support clinical trials from the ground roots. To perform this role successfully, you must have previous experience in collecting participant data (including blood; urine and personal measurements), administration of investigational medicinal products and be an articulate communicator and be familiar with systems-based practice while putting study participant safety and care foremost. In addition, you will:Identify, screen, and recruit subjects into research studies to ensure effective achievement of study aimsTo perform study-specific assessments and investigations by the study protocolProvide ongoing advice and information to patients and study participants regarding their participation in clinical research to facilitate effective informed consentResponsible for coordinating study visits and implementing clinical study protocols within times set out by the study schedule of eventsResponsible for inputting accurate clinical study data into Case Report Forms and electronic CRFs and where appropriate maintaining patient recordsResponsible for maintenance of study site files and other research recordsTake and process clinical samples (eg venepuncture/cannulation) for studies, coordinate blood and tissue sample collection, and dispatch to the relevant department or trial centre as appropriateManage and supervise administration of investigational medicinal productsAt all times maintain a professional manner with patients, colleagues, and the wider multi-disciplinary team.Quality and Risk, Health, and Safety ManagementYou will be able to identify, assess, manage, and monitor risks within your area of responsibility and apply policies, procedures and safe professional practice whilst adhering to relevant legislation, regulations, and standards. You will need to:Understand legal, health and safety standards for the business and ensure standards are metBe prepared to take training to ensure complianceExperience in the safe handling, preparation, storage, and shipping of biological samplesExperience in obtaining Informed consentAdministrativeWork collaboratively with colleagues across Scottish Brain Sciences ensure policy is maintained and that professional standards regarding data are handled appropriately.Keep up to date with local guidelines Ie, the Freedom of Information Act (FOI); Data Protection Acts; General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other relevant legislationTake a pro-active approach with internal and external stakeholdersBasic level of IT literacy to log participant data, using several computer software systems, and update and complete daily tasks and formsAbility to work in a team within a multidisciplinary environment with minimal supervisionExperience in using electronic data capture systems for research managementSkills and QualificationsStrong empathetic communication styleOrganised with basic IT literacyMinimum first level 1 year post registration RGN or RMNKnowledge of ICH GCP Guidelines. Medicines for Human Use Legislation & Research Governance Framework.Phlebotomy and Cannulation experienceA practical understanding of clinical research methodology, including applicable regulatory requirementsThis is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities for the role and other duties/tasks may be reasonable requested in accordance with the role.*In this role you will be in contact with live blood samples, you must be vaccinated against Hepatitis B or be prepared to be vaccinated if successful.

Expected salary

£36000 – 40000 per year

Location

Aberdeen

Job date

Fri, 16 Aug 2024 04:13:03 GMT

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