Job Opportunity: Research Nurse / Office - Respiratory Research Team
Location:
Sheffield Children's Hospital
Department:
Respiratory Research
Collaborating Partner:
University of Sheffield
Are you passionate about improving children's health? Join our Respiratory Research team at Sheffield Children's Hospital to manage a project on sleep-disordered breathing in children.
As a Research Project Manager, you'll work with a dedicated team of research nurses/officers, a consultant, and a research physiotherapist. In collaboration with the University of Sheffield, you'll manage a clinical device study, oversee participant recruitment and consent, and ensure the smooth running of the project. You'll also support other research projects.
This role offers a great chance to learn about sleep-study set-up and train parents to manage sleep studies at home.
If you're excited to contribute to children's health through innovative research, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and be part of a team making a real difference!
Main duties of the job
Reporting into the Clinical Trials Unit Manager, your responsibilities will include: Manage a clinical device study on sleep-disordered breathing in children Oversee recruitment and consent procedures Ensure smooth project delivery and cross-cover with team members Gain training in sleep-study set-up and parent education for home studies Collaborate with the University of Sheffield and contribute to ongoing research projects
About us
At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are: Outstanding Patient Care Brilliant Place to work Leaders in Children's Health
We work with local, regional, and national partners to provide physical and mental healthcare across acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are amongst the best in their field, recognised nationally and internationally for their expertise.
As well as having enormous pride in what we do, we are a friendly, welcoming, and motivated NHS Trust who are guided by our CARE values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. Our nearly 4000 colleagues live these values, ensuring kind and compassionate care that makes patients and their families feel safe and at home.
As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we remain committed to enhancing our reputation in children's health leadership, improving the experiences of both patient and colleagues, and focusing on our communities and population health.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Children's, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone's success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential Degree or Diploma Level Education as Registered Nurse, Midwife, AHP or Graduate with degree in subject relevant to clinical research and research experience Have training in or be willing to undertake training in Good Clinical Practice and other relevant courses as required for the conduct of research in the NHS Good understanding and awareness of the National Institute of Health Research and how research in the UK is supported Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable Teaching, Mentoring and Assessors qualification Higher level of qualification (MSc / PhD) in a relevant clinical / scientific discipline Training in taking Informed Consent in clinical research Clinical skills: Venepuncture and Cannulation, ECG, lung function tests etc
Experience
Essential Significant knowledge of / experience of delivering clinical research studies in the clinical setting and / or considerable exposure to research conducted in the NHS (on wards / theatres / outpatients etc) Significant work experience (or post registration experience where applicable) Recent experience working with patients/children and planning and delivering their care Experience of liaising with and maintaining good working relationships with other health professionals across all clinical disciplines at all levels
Desirable Experience of co-ordinating and delivering multi-centred clinical studies and complex interventional trials Experience of preparing clinical research projects for monitoring / audit / regulatory inspection Experience of taking Informed Consent in research Clinical skills: experience of venepuncture and cannulation, ECG, lung function tests, intravenous drug administration, sample handling and processing. Significant recent experience of working in a clinical setting
Knowledge and skills
Essential Working knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Email and Internet Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills Ability to prioritise workload and work to deadlines Able to use own initiative Good decision-making skills Able to produce clear written & verbal reports, instructions & advice Knowledge of EU Directive for Clinical Trials Research Governance Framework and Good Clinical Practice Ability to follow complex protocols and Standard Operating Procedures Knowledge of pharmacovigilance and safety reporting
Desirable Clinical skills: Venepuncture and Cannulation, ECG, lung function tests, intravenous drug administration, sample handling and processing Qualified and able to give intravenous injections and draw blood from lines Experience of delivering training on clinical skills / clinical research to a range of healthcare professionals Previous experience of producing protocol / policies and SOPs covering aspects of research activity
Personal Attributes
Essential Able to deal calmly and confidently with enquiries from all professional groups and patients / carers Demonstrate effective communication skills appropriate to families and age/development of child Must be able to work with minimal supervision and use own initiative but recognise own limitations Willingness to work flexibly in terms of hours and duties as a member of a team (willingness to work some evenings and weekends if this is required on a clinical trial) Be a team player Able to work across the Trust's sites Attend meetings out of hours, locally and nationally Willingness to travel in UK & abroad for investigator meetings Demonstrate leadership qualities Ability to respect cultural, social, and religious diversity Able to use own initiative
Desirable
Evidence of the desire to develop professionally and acquire new skills particularly relevant to the field of clinical research and paediatrics
Employer details
Employer name
Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust
Western Bank
Sheffield
S10 2TH
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Location:
Sheffield Children's Hospital
Department:
Respiratory Research
Collaborating Partner:
University of Sheffield
Are you passionate about improving children's health? Join our Respiratory Research team at Sheffield Children's Hospital to manage a project on sleep-disordered breathing in children.
As a Research Project Manager, you'll work with a dedicated team of research nurses/officers, a consultant, and a research physiotherapist. In collaboration with the University of Sheffield, you'll manage a clinical device study, oversee participant recruitment and consent, and ensure the smooth running of the project. You'll also support other research projects.
This role offers a great chance to learn about sleep-study set-up and train parents to manage sleep studies at home.
If you're excited to contribute to children's health through innovative research, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and be part of a team making a real difference!
Main duties of the job
Reporting into the Clinical Trials Unit Manager, your responsibilities will include: Manage a clinical device study on sleep-disordered breathing in children Oversee recruitment and consent procedures Ensure smooth project delivery and cross-cover with team members Gain training in sleep-study set-up and parent education for home studies Collaborate with the University of Sheffield and contribute to ongoing research projects
About us
At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are: Outstanding Patient Care Brilliant Place to work Leaders in Children's Health
We work with local, regional, and national partners to provide physical and mental healthcare across acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are amongst the best in their field, recognised nationally and internationally for their expertise.
As well as having enormous pride in what we do, we are a friendly, welcoming, and motivated NHS Trust who are guided by our CARE values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. Our nearly 4000 colleagues live these values, ensuring kind and compassionate care that makes patients and their families feel safe and at home.
As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we remain committed to enhancing our reputation in children's health leadership, improving the experiences of both patient and colleagues, and focusing on our communities and population health.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Children's, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone's success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential Degree or Diploma Level Education as Registered Nurse, Midwife, AHP or Graduate with degree in subject relevant to clinical research and research experience Have training in or be willing to undertake training in Good Clinical Practice and other relevant courses as required for the conduct of research in the NHS Good understanding and awareness of the National Institute of Health Research and how research in the UK is supported Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable Teaching, Mentoring and Assessors qualification Higher level of qualification (MSc / PhD) in a relevant clinical / scientific discipline Training in taking Informed Consent in clinical research Clinical skills: Venepuncture and Cannulation, ECG, lung function tests etc
Experience
Essential Significant knowledge of / experience of delivering clinical research studies in the clinical setting and / or considerable exposure to research conducted in the NHS (on wards / theatres / outpatients etc) Significant work experience (or post registration experience where applicable) Recent experience working with patients/children and planning and delivering their care Experience of liaising with and maintaining good working relationships with other health professionals across all clinical disciplines at all levels
Desirable Experience of co-ordinating and delivering multi-centred clinical studies and complex interventional trials Experience of preparing clinical research projects for monitoring / audit / regulatory inspection Experience of taking Informed Consent in research Clinical skills: experience of venepuncture and cannulation, ECG, lung function tests, intravenous drug administration, sample handling and processing. Significant recent experience of working in a clinical setting
Knowledge and skills
Essential Working knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Email and Internet Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills Ability to prioritise workload and work to deadlines Able to use own initiative Good decision-making skills Able to produce clear written & verbal reports, instructions & advice Knowledge of EU Directive for Clinical Trials Research Governance Framework and Good Clinical Practice Ability to follow complex protocols and Standard Operating Procedures Knowledge of pharmacovigilance and safety reporting
Desirable Clinical skills: Venepuncture and Cannulation, ECG, lung function tests, intravenous drug administration, sample handling and processing Qualified and able to give intravenous injections and draw blood from lines Experience of delivering training on clinical skills / clinical research to a range of healthcare professionals Previous experience of producing protocol / policies and SOPs covering aspects of research activity
Personal Attributes
Essential Able to deal calmly and confidently with enquiries from all professional groups and patients / carers Demonstrate effective communication skills appropriate to families and age/development of child Must be able to work with minimal supervision and use own initiative but recognise own limitations Willingness to work flexibly in terms of hours and duties as a member of a team (willingness to work some evenings and weekends if this is required on a clinical trial) Be a team player Able to work across the Trust's sites Attend meetings out of hours, locally and nationally Willingness to travel in UK & abroad for investigator meetings Demonstrate leadership qualities Ability to respect cultural, social, and religious diversity Able to use own initiative
Desirable
Evidence of the desire to develop professionally and acquire new skills particularly relevant to the field of clinical research and paediatrics
Employer details
Employer name
Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust
Western Bank
Sheffield
S10 2TH
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr
