Clinical Research Nurse
At a glance
- Band
- Band 5
- Contract
- Fixed-term
- Pattern
- Part-time
- Posted
- 14/09/2026
- Closes
- 24/09/2026
Sponsorship verdict
This contract type is not eligible for Skilled Worker sponsorship.
NHS Trusts cannot issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for part-time, bank, locum, zero-hours, job-share or short fixed-term (under 12 months) contracts under current Home Office rules. This applies even when the wider Trust holds a Skilled Worker licence.
Role summary
This is an exciting opportunity for a patient-focused, motivated nurse to join an established clinical research team. The role involves managing a broad clinical workload, assisting with patient recruitment into research studies, and coordinating follow-up appointments. The successful candidate will gain experience and develop research delivery skills, working flexibly across different clinical areas and specialities. A comprehensive induction and training program will be provided, and previous research nursing experience is not required.
Key responsibilities
- Manage a broad clinical workload and assist with recruitment of patients into research studies and their ongoing follow up across a range of clinical specialties.
- Identify potential patients for trial entry, assist in the informed consent process and co-ordinate screening tests and appointments throughout the trial.
- Manage a caseload of patients, collecting accurate data, arranging tests, examinations and appointments according to specific research project protocols and local processes.
- Work effectively both independently and as part of a team to offer clinical research options to patients and oversee their care and participation in research trials.
- Contribute to the set-up of research studies and assist in the feasibility process.
- Assist in the selection and recruitment of participants in compliance with study inclusion / exclusion criteria.
Essential criteria
- Registered General Nurse with current NMC registration.
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Responsibility to plan own post basic education to meet the requirements of the service and professional revalidation
- Broad knowledge and experience of clinical nursing practice within an acute hospital environment
- Interest in clinical research
- Experience of teaching, supervising and mentoring staff
- Knowledge of Data Protection Act and Confidentiality
- Experience of taking charge of clinical shifts either as a nurse or Allied Heath Professional
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and willingness to develop computer skills
- Evidence of good management and organisational skills
- Able to undertake pertinent clinical skills e.g. venepuncture
- Knowledge of drug therapies for common medical conditions Enthusiasm for and desire to embed research within clinical practice
- Excellent interpersonal & communication skills
- Demonstrate ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team and use own initiative
- Accurate & meticulous attention to detail
- Team player with personal insight of ability and limitations
- Self-motivated & willingness to gain & develop professional knowledge
- Develop/maintain positive working relationships
- Good attendance record
- Ability to work flexibly according to demands of role
- Able to rapidly absorb and respond to complex information
- Familiar with PAS/PAS WEB/CRIS/PPM/EPR reporting systems
Desirable criteria
- Working towards appropriate degree
- Teaching/Mentoring Certificate skills or willing to work towards
- Attended research training courses
- Work together get results (WTGR) training
- Research and audit experience
- Understanding of research networks and clinical trials processes
- Knowledge of future provision of services
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 5 at £29,970 – £36,483 a year, across England.
This advert: £32,073 – £39,043 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
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Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust
Clinical Research Nurse
The closing date is 24 September 2026
Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity to join our established and experienced clinical research team. We are looking for a patient focused, motivated, passionate nurse with an interest in clinical research and good project management skills.
The successful candidate will gain experience and develop research delivery skills.
The post holder will be expected to work flexibly across different clinical areas and specialities at both our hospital sites.
At CHFT we are keen to embed research in everyday care, enhancing patient experience and outcomes through research and innovation, across many specialities across a range of portfolios both commercial and non-commercial.
The successful candidate will support senior research nurses and other clinicians to deliver clinical research and once trained and competent lead studies independently with Principal Investigator oversight. The role will involve working flexibly within the team yet have the ability and confidence to work independently when needed.
A comprehensive induction and training program will be provided, as well as ongoing mentorship support and buddy system. Previous research nursing experience is not required. We would encourage nurses with experience from a range of clinical backgrounds to
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