Research Nurse

The Nuffield Department of Women’s & Reproductive Health (NDWRH) is seeking a
motivated Research Nurse for the RoADPain Project.





Being a woman is an important risk factor for developing chronic pain. Women
are over-represented in almost all chronic pain conditions and this sex
difference begins to emerge at puberty, suggesting that changes around this
time may contribute to the increased risk of chronic pain developing. A key
change at this time is the onset of menstruation (menarche).





The study with RoADPain will recruit young people who menstruate aged between
11-20 years old. The aims of this project are to use both experimental and
epidemiological approaches to understand the extent to which the experience of
dysmenorrhoea during adolescence (a time when the nervous system is
particularly plastic) is a risk factor for the development of chronic pain and
determine the predominant pathways underlying this relationship.





As a Research Nurse, you will have responsibility for the initial screening of
potential participants and facilitating the informed consent process.
Additionally, you will be tasked with working with the post-doctoral research
fellow to collect, process and store saliva samples and assist with writing
reports for the research sponsors and funders. There will be the opportunity
to work closely with the Patient and Public Involvement (PPI) members of the
team to undertake educational visits in schools and other settings and to
ensure the findings are disseminated appropriately to all relevant
stakeholders





You will have the chance to collaborate on the study and access educational
and career development opportunities through the Advanced Pain Discovery
Platform community network.





The suitable candidate must either hold a degree in nursing or midwifery or
have relevant experience in research studies. You should have the ability to
carefully follow written procedures and have excellent attention to detail in
study management and recording results. The post holder is required to have
excellent communication and organisation skills. An ability to work
independently and under pressure are also essential for this role.





The post is offered on a part-time basis and is fixed term for 18 months.





Applications for flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be
considered in line with business needs.





You will be required to upload a CV and Supporting Statement as part of your
online application. Click here for information and advice on writing an
effective Supporting Statement: https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/cv-and-supporting-
statement





The closing date for applications is 12.00 noon on Monday 30th October 2023.