Organisation/Company University College Cork Department HR Research Research Field Medical sciences » Other Researcher Profile Established Researcher (R3) Positions Research Support Positions Country Ireland Application Deadline 25 Jul 2025 - 12:00 (Europe/Dublin) Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Negotiable Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No
Offer Description
This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated nurse to join the HRB funded Clinical Research Facility Cork. The facility was established to promote excellence in the design, safe conduct and analysis of patient-focused research. It provides the necessary space, expertise and equipment to allow medical professionals in Munster to work at the very cutting edge of clinical research. The HRB CRFC allows breakthroughs in laboratory research in drug food therapy, food supplementation and medical devices to be converted into better and safer treatments for patients in a timely and efficient fashion.
The HRBCRF-UCC supports research undertaken through UCC and affiliated hospitals, as well as in the primary care setting. It is funded by the HRB and is operated as a joint venture with UCC, Cork University Hospital (CUH) and Mercy University Hospital (MUH).
The post holder will be supporting clinical trials in Cork University Hospital, South Infirmary Victoria University Hospital and Mercy University Hospital.
This post can be offered on either a part-time or full-time basis.
* Provide a high standard of clinical research work within a multi-professional research team.
* Ensure clinical research work is conducted in accordance with clinical research protocols.
* To regularly assess the needs of the research project/area and effect any changes as required.
* To participate in internal and external working groups to develop and share evidence based best practice.
* To undertake research, working under the direction of a Principal Investigator or their nominee in clinical areas to support the research project/area.
RESEARCH
* Manage, coordinate, organize and implement basic science and clinical trial protocols to support the research project/area.
* To ensure accurate collection and maintenance of all study records, including those of team members.
* To actively participate in recruiting patients for trials, liaising with other professional groups and research staff to achieve this as required.
* When appropriate, assist in the development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to support the research project/area.
* Facilitate effective communication of complex study information with all relevant research personnel, including: medical, nursing, administrative and pharmacy staff, as required.
MANAGEMENT
* Manage own workload, patient interviews and co-coordinating investigations and procedures and arranging any follow up necessary for complex research trials, as required.
* Develop effective working partnership with staff, ensuring the two-way flow of all necessary documentation and information.
* Report adverse events to Principal Investigator or his/her nominee and ensure completion of appropriate documentation.
* Inform the Principal Investigator or his/her nominee of any untoward incidents or problem areas affecting the research project/area.
* Compile information for and accurately complete project reports for delegated studies.
* Promote effective teamwork, initiate and support management of change within the research project/area, as required.
* Ensure safe use of equipment in the research area.
EDUCATION & DEVELOPMENT
* Participate in teaching programmes for staff as required.
* Act as role model, encouraging staff to develop new ways of working.
* Assist/educate participants in research protocols and methodologies.
* Recognise and use spontaneous and formal learning opportunities and share knowledge and experience with other staff.
* Continue to maintain and develop personal and management skills by undertaking mandatory and other training as required.
* Support research staff in the implementation and organisation of basic science and clinical trial protocols when appropriate
Specific Requirements
CRITERIA
* Professional degree in Nursing or equivalent i.e. BSc, MSc or PhD.
* Must be registered with an Bord Altranais
* Experience working as part of multi-disciplinary team in a clinical environment
* Have excellent interpersonal and organisational skills
* A graduate qualification in a field or discipline relevant to the area of investigation i.e. BSc, MSc or PhD.
* Evidence of ongoing professional development.
* Demonstrable knowledge of good clinical practice.
* Clinical research experience/interest in clinical research.
* Flexibility in working hours and days
* Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Able to use initiative.
* Must have the ability to work in a complementary role to medical colleagues & other members of the multidisciplinary team
* Able to prioritise and deliver agreed objectives.
DESIRABLE:
* Clinical trial experience
* Experience in Clinical Trials in critical care population.
* Thorough knowledge of ICH GCP and relevant regulations for the conduct of clinical trials, preferably with a current GCP certificate
* Have a post graduate clinical research course or similar
* Phlebotomy Certification (Distinct advantage)
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