Research Nurse (XR07)

Clinical research, clinical service and professional responsibilities – In conjunction with the Principal Investigator, lead on the delegation of all trial related activities to research team members (clinical and administrative) and ensure compliance with SOPs and ICH/GCP. – Work with the Principal Investigator and Research Fellow in the preparation and negotiation of financial remunerations for clinical trial activity and financial contracts for individual trials. – Demonstrate expert knowledge in chronic pain and/or neuromodulation to maintain clinical and research excellence. – Set up processes/patient pathways in conjunction with appropriate personnel to promote cost- and time-effective services for individual protocols.

Escalate governance issues. Education, training, development and management – Maintain professional development whilst evaluating own specialist knowledge and practice through a process of appraisal and personal development planning. – Increase and maintain awareness of current advances in chronic pain treatments, research and nursing practice thereby maintaining the highest standard of care for patients with chronic pain and implementing evidence-based practice by continuing professional development. – In conjunction with the Research Fellow, be responsible for ensuring all members of the Pain Research Team undergo regular appraisals and one-to-one meetings, and support appropriate learning, training and development opportunities in line with role requirements.

Disseminate information by attendance and/or presentations at local, national and international conferences/meetings.