Research Nurse; LW

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an individual with a genuine interest in research to join the NHS Fife Research & Development (R&D) Team within the Research, Innovation & Knowledge Department (RIK). As a busy independent nurse practitioner, they will assist in the efficient running of a portfolio of clinical research studies and support investigators to set up and undertake a range of research studies in accordance with Good Clinical Practice and Research Governance.

• Provide advice regarding clinical research studies under the supervision of the R&D Lead Nurse and/or Principal Investigator.
• Participate in the recruitment, education and monitoring of research participants and the collection and documentation of accurate data.
• Collaborate with the wider multi-disciplinary team to manage one's own caseload of study patients and ensure the effective running of several research studies across Stroke and general Neurology specialities on a day-to-day basis.

• Registered Nurse with post-registration experience or equivalent.
• Knowledge of research principles including confidentiality, randomisation procedures, informed consent, and ethical issues.
• Attention to detail, strong organisational and communication skills, excellent IT skills and a methodical approach.
• Proven ability to work as part of a team.
• Based between R&D Department, Queen Margaret Hospital, Dunfermline and Clinical Research Facility, Victoria Hospital, Kirkcaldy, with requirement to regularly travel between all sites within NHS Fife.
• Will be required to become a member of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme prior to appointment.

• Flexible working and family-friendly policies.
• Full support for disabled candidates, those with long-term conditions, or neurodivergent by making reasonable adjustments to recruitment policy and practices.
• Salary is pro rata for part-time hours.