We are looking for a motivated, enthusiastic Research Nurse Manager to lead our research delivery team.
Come and work with our research nurses and practitioners to deliver a portfolio of trials across a broad spectrum of respiratory diseases.
You will work in the Oxford Respiratory Trials Unit (ORTU) and be responsible for the day-to-day management of the team and driving the strategic growth and development of the team.
About You Applicants should have a UK recognised first level degree (HEI Level 6) in Nursing or specialist nursing field as well as experience of nurse leadership, management and multidisciplinary working.
You will also need to demonstrate that you have: An ability to work independently and without direct supervision and also as part of a team with a broad range of people.An ability to problem solve in the context of research projects.The ability to prioritise and manage own workload and others.An ability to evaluate policies and strategies and influence research projects undertaken at ORTU/OUHFT.Effective communication and interpersonal skills.Knowledge of the regulatory and governance requirements for clinical trials.An understanding of UK CRN and its relevance to research.Experience of managing budgets.Experience of clinical research management at senior level.
Having knowledge and previous experience of nursing patients with respiratory disorderswould be a desirable attribute for this post.
About the Oxford Respiratory Trials Unit The Oxford Respiratory Trials Unit (ORTU) is a Clinical Trials Unit which specialises in the design, delivery and administration of trials across the scope of Respiratory Medicine.
We run national and international trials related to our own academic areas, as well as supporting trials led by other teams.
Our scope of work includes clinical trials at all phases, including translational studies, phase II discovery studies and multicentre definitive randomised trials.
Benefits of working As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees' wellbeing and this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including: • An excellent contributory pension scheme• 38 days annual leave• A comprehensive range of childcare services• Family leave schemes• Cycle loan scheme• Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans• Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs Application Process "Committed to equality and valuing diversity" The post is full-time and fixed-term for 2 years in the first instance.
Hybrid working will be considered.