This is a uniquely varied role that combines patient‑facing engagement with broader national‑level trial coordination. You’ll not only contribute to the day‑to‑day running of the MAMMA‑VAD Trial but also play an important part in shaping how the study operates across the UK. Whether you’re supporting clinics, engaging with participants, troubleshooting challenges with sites, or helping refine study processes, your input will directly influence how the trial evolves. This is an ideal opportunity for a practitioner or nurse who wants to deepen their experience in multi‑site research, build confident study leadership skills, and contribute to improving care pathways for people with breast abscesses across the NHS.
As the MAMMA‑VAD Clinical Trial Practitioner / Research Nurse, you will be central to the successful delivery of this important national study. Your work will focus on participant recruitment, obtaining informed consent, data collection and management, and facilitating referrals to secondary care where required. The role requires the ability to manage a varied and often intensive workload while maintaining the highest standard of accuracy and care.
In addition, you will be responsible for aspects of study co-ordination and be responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing the trial to ensure successful execution. This includes designing study protocols, ensuring regulatory compliance, managing budgets, and leading cross-functional teams. You will work with the Chief Investigator and co-lead to identify and engage clinical sites, monitor trial progress, and prepare status reports while maintaining effective communication with stakeholders. You will help ensure data integrity, implement quality assurance measures, and facilitate post-trial activities such as data analysis and result dissemination. Strong organisational skills and a thorough understanding of clinical research processes are essential for this role. As part of a national trial, you will travel to sites, collaborate with local site teams to ensure a well-coordinated and positive experience for trial participants.
This post will be based within the Department of Surgery and Cancer at Hammersmith and Charing Cross campuses.
1. A degree in a health or science related field, relevant vocational qualification, or equivalent experience
2. Professional nursing qualification
An experienced person to undertake the following:
3. Trial planning and design, regulatory compliance and budget management.
4. Lead cross-functional teams, including clinical research associates, data managers, and other personnel, ensuring effective communication and teamwork.
5. Identify, select, and engage clinical study sites, providing training and support to site staff throughout the trial lifecycle.
6. Oversee trial progress, conduct regular external monitoring visits, and prepare status reports for stakeholders, ensuring any issues are promptly addressed.
7. Work with data management teams to ensure the accuracy and integrity of trial data, including overseeing data collection, storage, and analysis.
8. Act as the primary point of contact for all trial-related inquiries, maintaining communication with sponsors, investigators, and regulatory bodies.
9. Implement quality control measures to ensure compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and other relevant guidelines to maintain high standards throughout the trial.
10. Confirm eligibility of potential participants in line with study inclusion and exclusion criteria, provide clear supportive guidance during the consent process.
11. Obtain informed consent from participants in accordance with GCP and study protocol requirements.
12. Provide professional, compassionate and courteous front-line support to participants and potential participants via email, phone and face-to-face.
13. Lead clinic appointment scheduling and manage all activities on the day to ensure clinics run efficiently.
14. Collect, label and ship blood and other biological samples.
15. Ensure recruitment targets are being met through proactive engagement with the MAMMA-VAD management team.
16. Collect, record and maintain accurate and complete participant records.
17. Work closely with external teams across multiple sites to ensure a consistent and high-quality experience for participants.
18. The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to use science for humanity.
19. Benefit from a sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 41 days’ annual leave and generous pension schemes).
20. Access to a range of workplace benefits including a flexible working policy from day one, generous family leave packages, on-site leisure facilities and cycle-to-work scheme.
21. Interest-free season ticket loan schemes for travel.
22. Be part of a diverse, inclusive and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources to support your personal and professional wellbeing.