Organisation/Company University College Cork Department HR Research Research Field Medical sciences » Other Researcher Profile Established Researcher (R3) Positions PhD Positions Country Ireland Application Deadline 27 Jun 2025 - 12:00 (Europe/Dublin) Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time 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
Are you a qualified nurse, looking for an impactful role that involves helping patients whose lives have been impacted by cancer? Do you want to join a passionate and growing team in cancer research at Cork University Hospital?
The UCC Cancer Trials Group (UCC CTG) is looking for an enthusiastic Research Nurse (CNMI) 39hrs a week or part timeto support the cancer trials team at Cork University Hospital – Cancer Trials Cork Unit.
ABOUT UCC CTG:
The UCC CTG is a new HRB funded collaborative team which aims to bring together a dedicated team of cancer specialists and research staff across the south of Ireland. The UCC CTG is part of Cancer Research @UCC, a translational cancer research centre within the College of Medicine & Health at University College Cork. The UCC CTG group includes 3 cancer trials units at Cork University Hospital (CTC @CUH), University Hospital Waterford and Bons Secours Hospital Cork.
Cancer Trials cork @CUH has been in operation for close to two decades, serving a geographically diverse population of 1.2 million in the South of Ireland. Our broad portfolio encompasses phase 1-3 therapeutic trials in haematologic/solid malignancies, radiation therapy and surgery: including academic collaborative trials via Cancer Trials Ireland, and industry trials, with a developing portfolio of investigator-initiated trials (IITs).
As a summary, the role will include (see more information in the candidate pack):
* Significant clinical responsibilities.
* Take part in portfolio studies taking place in the Cancer Trials Cork unit at Cork University Hospital.
* Engage cross-functionally with different stakeholders, knowledge sharing, and building relationships.
* This role requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills, computer literacy, organization and an awareness of time management.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
* Qualified Nurse (Mandatory RGN, BSc,).
* Oncology background or related experience would be a strong advantage.
* Strong interest in gaining experience in this area will also be considered without previous experience in Oncology nursing.
* Apply with your CV through https://ore.ucc.ie/, Type the job ID into the keywords section and the role will come up.
The key duties and responsibilities include:
PROFESSIONAL
* 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 and in accordance with good clinical practice
* 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.
* Demonstrate accountability and responsibility for professional practice within a research nurse capacity.
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 in line with best practice, ICH-GCP.
* 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.
* Ensure patients are fully informed of clinical trial/research study details prior to their enrolment
* To ensure patient confidentiality and dignity is upheld at all times.
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
ESSENTIAL
* A graduate qualification in a field or discipline relevant to the area of investigation i.e. BSc, MSc or PhD or RGN. (Nurse qualification is mandatory for this post)
* Be a registered nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland.
* Evidence of ongoing professional development.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
DESIRABLE
* Demonstrable knowledge of good clinical practice.
* Clinical research experience/interest in clinical research.
* Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
* Able to use initiative.
* Able to prioritise and deliver agreed objectives.
* Strong communication and influencing skills
* Evidence of GCP.
Please note that Garda vetting and international police clearance check may form part of the selection process.
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