We are seeking an experienced Lead Research Nurse with proven clinical research expertise to support the start-up and delivery of our clients first studies within a growing clinical research unit.
This role offers the opportunity to work across multiple therapeutic areas, contribute to site development, and take on future line-management responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead day-to-day study management on site, ensuring high-quality, compliant delivery of clinical trials.
* Work independently to manage early studies during unit start-up.
* Perform and oversee study procedures, data collection, safety reporting, and protocol adherence.
* Collaborate with investigators, sponsors, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless study execution.
* Contribute to the development of site processes, workflows, and SOPs as part of the clinic’s initial set-up.
* Support participant recruitment, scheduling, and visit coordination.
* Provide training and guidance to research nurses and clinical staff.
* Potential to progress into line-management, supervising other Research Nurses as the unit grows.
Key Requirements:
* Registered Nurse in the UK/NMC
* Clinical Research experinece in a lead role
* ASAP, this is very urgent hire with studies kicking off from end of December so we need someone available immediately or at relatively short notice
* Driving License
About Planet Pharma:
Planet Pharma is an American parented Employment Business/Agency that provides global staffing services with its head-quarters in Chicago and our EMEA regional office located in Central London. We have invested significantly in creating a robust international platform that enables us to work compliantly in 30+ countries with a current network of 2500+ active contractors globally as well as a very strong permanent / direct hire recruitment offering.
Our specialist knowledge and close relationships with our clients and the wider industry really makes us unique in our field. Just recently we were recognised by FORBES as the 17th best professional staffing firm, and have won multiple awards from industry accredited bodies for our commitment to excellence and service delivery. We have extensive functional expertise including: Regulatory Affairs, Pharmacovigilance, QA, QC, Submissions experts, Clinical development, Quality, Biostatistics, and Medical Affairs / Writing.
We are an equal opportunities Recruitment Business and Agency. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.
www.planet-pharma.com
Please click ‘apply’ or contact Charlotte Fagan (Recruitment Manager) at Planet Pharma for more information:
E: cfagan@planet-pharma.co.uk
T: +442070764110