Senior Research Nurse (Gene Therapy /Immunology)

Senior Research Nurse (Gene Therapy /Immunology) Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust

Do you want to be part of a team at the forefront of discovery of ground-breaking therapies for children?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Nurse to join our gene therapy research nursing team within Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust (GOSH) working alongside the immunology department. We are looking for a dynamic and motivated individual who is willing to learn and develop their expertise in clinical research on a full-time contract.

You will primarily work alongside the lead gene therapy nurse, providing support across the Gene therapy trials portfolio. You will be based in GOSH/Zayed Centre for research (ZCR) and will be expected to work flexibly both within the gene therapy team and wider afield. We are looking for a dynamic and motivated individual who is willing to learn and develop their expertise in clinical research and this exciting area of medicine.

The core working will be between the hours of 08.00-18.00. Some early evening, weekend and night working may be required at times.

We offer a friendly and challenging working environment with a strong commitment to personal professional development. You will work across the both the Blood Cells and Cancer & Research and Innovation Directorates.

Informal discussions and visits are welcomed, please contactProf Claire Booth: Jinhua Xu-Bayford: and Grainne O'Toole:

Main duties of the job

The post holder will join the gene therapy team. The team is made up of clinicians, research nurses, project managers and translational scientists amongst others. As a Band 7 research nurse you will be responsible for leading on specific active gene therapy clinical trials , including the set-up phase, working closely with sponsors and the project management team to ensure smooth delivery of the trials. You may be required to work clinically within the team and promote high standards of both patient care and research practice and facilitate appropriate educational and training opportunities.

This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated and experienced paediatric nurse. You must have effective organizational skills and be looking for a new and exciting challenge. You should demonstrate the ability to manage your own workload and to work as part of a team. Previous early phase and IMP research experience is not essential for the post and a comprehensive training and development program will be available to the successful candidate.

About us

GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.

We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.

We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.

We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.

We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.

Person Specification GOSH Culture and Values

• NMC Registered Nurse (Child)
• Possession of a relevant degree or in the process of obtaining
• Evidence of ongoing dynamic continuing professional development
• Assessor and mentoring qualification/experience
• Leadership or management training

Experience/Knowledge

• Must demonstrate relevant and sufficient post registration experience to the specialty department
• Previous experience of research and or audit
• Previous experience of change management and problem solving
• Experience of recruiting, education, and monitoring patients within clinical trials
• Understanding of professional & current issues in children's nursing
• Handling child protection concerns in accordance with current policy
• Experience of clinical incidents and complaints handling
• Knowledge of clinical trial protocols and their application in practice
• Previous experience of CTIMP research and audit
• Experience of developing and implementing policies and procedures
• Experience of staff management and development, clinical supervision, and mentoring
• Knowledge of research governance & regulations (ICH Good Clinical Practice & EU Directives)

Skills/Abilities

• Excellent paediatric clinical skills
• Specialist skills in the care of children requiring acute or high dependency or ITU care
• Ability to run concurrent research studies with minimal supervision
• Effective teaching, training & preceptorship skills
• Ability to delegate & prioritise workload
• Able to motivate & develop a team of staff
• Able to problem solve and initiate change
• Able to work across professional team and organizational boundaries
• Effective Time management
• A flexible approach to work
• Effective managerial, leadership & organisational skills
• Ability to run concurrent research studies with minimal supervision
• Financial management skills
• Interviewing and appraisal skills
• Data Analysis
• Writing for publication
• Phlebotomy and cannulation skills

GOSH Culture and Values

• Experience of working as part of a diverse team.
• Experience of contributing to an inclusive workplace culture.
• Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
• Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace.
• Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust

£54,319 to £60,980 a yearPer annum inclusive