Bone Marrow Transplant Clinical Research Nurse

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated paediatric research nurse to join our dynamic research nursing team within the Bone Marrow Transplant speciality on a full-time permanent contract. We are looking for a dynamic and motivated individual who is willing to learn and gain expertise in clinical research and in this exciting area of medicine., As one of the Band 6 research nurses based in the trust, you will work alongside the band 7 research nurse leading and coordinating the delivery of the BMT speciality research portfolios. Working clinically with the team you will promote high standards of both patient care and research practice.

This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated paediatric nurse with BMT experience. You must have effective organisational skills and be looking for a new and exciting challenge. You should demonstrate the ability to manage your own workload and to work as part of a team. This post offers excellent opportunities in gaining research experience with flexible working hours with the opportunity to maintain your clinical skills, while being supported by an experienced team of research nurses.

The Blood and Marrow Transplant (BMT) Unit has the largest paediatric Stem Cell Transplant (SCT) programme in Europe, providing a comprehensive SCT service including autologous and allogeneic procedures for patients with Haematology, Oncology, Immunology, Metabolic disease, Rheumatology and Gastroenterology diseases. The unit carries out approximately 100 transplant episodes per year, pioneered reduced intensity conditioning for children with genetic disorders and is at the forefront in developing national and international transplant protocols as well as novel indications for transplant. Additionally, the unit has a world-class programme of translational research focused on 3 main areas: reducing the intensity of the conditioning drugs used before BMT, cell therapy to improve immunity after BMT, and gene therapy for leukaemia., GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.

We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.

We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.

We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.

We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.