Research Nurse/Practitioner

RDM Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford, OX3 9DU

Research Nurse/Practitioner

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and enthusiastic Research Nurse/Practitioner to join the internationally recognised research teams within the Division of Cardiovascular Medicine (CVM), University of Oxford. CVM is renowned for its excellence in translational and clinical cardiovascular research, delivering innovative studies that improve patient care and outcomes worldwide. About the role As Research Nurse/Practitioner, you will drive the AdipoRedOx study, which investigates the mechanisms by which adipose tissue, the vascular tissue and the heart muscle interact. You will play a key role in screening and recruiting eligible participants into the study, organising and/or performing imaging scans (e.g., ultrasound and CT scans), and obtaining and processing blood samples. Responsibilities will include facilitating the informed consent process and providing ongoing information, education, and support to participants, in addition to ensuring that collected data is accurately documented and maintained. The postholder will work closely with laboratory researchers and clinical study personnel within a multidisciplinary environment. About you The successful Research Nurse/Practitioner must be a registered Nurse, Radiographer, or Physiologist, or hold a similar relevant background, alongside experience in cardiac and/or vascular ultrasound and medical image analysis. Experience in recruiting patients to clinical studies and ability to work to flexible hours, if required, are also essential. Experience of handling ethics applications and a basic understanding of the pathophysiology of cardiovascular diseases and their management will be an advantage. This is a full-time appointment on a fixed-term contract until 31st July 2029. The Research Nurse/Practitioner will be based at the John Radcliffe Hospital site, OX3 9DU.