At a Glance
- Tasks: Support clinical trials, recruit participants, and manage data collection.
- Company: Join a leading clinical research organisation dedicated to innovative healthcare solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, private medical insurance, generous leave, and pension scheme.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace that values diversity and offers excellent career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patient care while gaining valuable research experience.
- Qualifications: Registered Nurse or Healthcare Professional with clinical research knowledge.
The predicted salary is between 37900 - 44000 £ per year.
About the role
This is a unique opportunity to support the delivery of the Neutro D clinical trial which will evaluate the diagnostic performance of Neutrocheck® compared with standard‑of‑care neutrophil and CRP readings in patients at risk of neutropenic sepsis.
Working closely with the Chief Investigators, study staff at Addenbrookes Hospital, the Cambridge Clinical Trials Unit (CCTU) and the Cancer Research UK Clinical Investigation group, the post‑holder will play a key role in participant recruitment, site coordination and data collection.
Although the post‑holder will primarily work on the NEUTROD trial, they will also have the opportunity to contribute to other 52North projects and clinical studies as capacity allows and project needs evolve.
What you will do
- Trial Coordination
- Support day‑to‑day trial operations, ensuring compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), study‑specific SOPs and any other relevant guidance.
- Assist with the development and maintenance of study documentation, SOPs, risk assessments and manuals.
- Assist with providing Neutrocheck® device training to clinical site staff.
- Assist with maintaining trial documentation, including site files and logs, ensuring accurate record‑keeping.
- Provide administrative support for 52North trial meetings, including coordinating meetings and taking and disseminating accurate meeting minutes.
- Participate in wider trial meetings as required.
- Participant Recruitment & Study Delivery
- Attend relevant clinics, wards and departments at the clinical site (Addenbrookes Hospital) to assist with recruitment and data collection from participants involved in the studies.
- Act as a key contact between the clinical site, oncology teams, CCTU and the trial team for the Neutro D trial.
- With other team members, obtain written informed consent from participants and ensure eligibility checks and screening processes are completed accurately and in a timely manner.
- With other team members, complete study assessments on participants and, after suitable training, undertake venepuncture of participants for the collection of research bloods.
- Monitor site capacity and recruitment progress at the clinical site, escalating any challenges or delays to the Head of Clinical Studies.
- Data Management & Reporting
- Ensure participants' study records are updated in an accurate and timely manner in relation to study participation and assist in the completion of CRFs (both paper and electronic).
- Assist with the resolution of data queries in a timely manner.
- Support with the set‑up, delivery and follow‑up of monitoring visits.
- Assist with the presentation of information on research progress and outcomes to investigators, team members and bodies supervising research.
- General
- Develop and maintain good working relationships, communication and teamwork with all associated departments and teams, both internal and external.
- Ensure a good flow of information in a timely manner between departments and teams.
- Plan own day‑to‑day research activity within the framework of the trial and as agreed with other team members.
- Support and contribute to other clinical study activities beyond the Neutro D project as required and commensurate with the role.
- Perform any other duties as required to support the needs of the role and the organisation.
- What we need
- Registered Nurse or Healthcare Professional, currently registered with UK regulatory body NMC/HPC
- Proven knowledge of clinical research within NHS and/or academic research environment, including recruiting clinical trial participants.
- With guidance from the line manager, demonstrate the ability to manage workload effectively, self‑motivate and work independently towards set objectives.
- With guidance from line manager, ability to plan, organise and prioritise tasks.
- Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to work autonomously and make independent decisions.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multi‑disciplinary team.
- Previous experience of conducting clinical research within NHS and/or academic research environment including receiving informed consent.
- Previous clinical experience in oncology and/or experience of delivering research in an acute or oncology setting.
- Experience of using EPIC.
- Experience of using clinical trial electronic data capture (EDC) systems.
- Previous phlebotomy experience.
- Good Clinical Practice (GCP) training.
- What you can expect from us
- A competitive benefits package that includes private medical and dental insurance and a contributory pension scheme
- Equity, letting you share in 52North's long‑term success
- 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro‑rated), and enhanced maternity leave
- A diverse and inclusive work environment that brings together multidisciplinary experts
Everyone is welcome at 52North.
We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from eligible and suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender reassignment, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity/paternity.
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Clinical Research Nurse in Cambridge employer: 52North
At 52North, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment that fosters collaboration among multidisciplinary experts. Our commitment to employee growth is reflected in our competitive benefits package, which includes private medical and dental insurance, a contributory pension scheme, and generous annual leave, ensuring that our team members can thrive both personally and professionally while contributing to impactful clinical research at the renowned Addenbrookes Hospital.
