Job Description

37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday:

09:00 - 17:00)



Fixed Term for 18 Months

Salary:

38,682 - 46,580 per annum (dependant on research experience)

Closing Date:

13 October 2025

Interview Date:

21st October 2025



This post may close early due to high numbers of applications, so you are advised to apply promptly.



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A great and friendly place to work, so bring your passion, commitment and expertise and enjoy the opportunities to make a difference every day.



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Join Our Research Team at George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust. Are you passionate about advancing healthcare through clinical research? We are seeking a dedicated and proactive individual to play a key role in delivering high-quality research across a range of clinical specialties.



As a valued member of our Research & Development team, the post holder will:



Drive patient recruitment into a diverse portfolio of clinical trials and research studies, contributing to innovations that improve patient care.



Support the set-up and delivery of research studies across multiple departments, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and study protocols.



Contribute to corporate objectives, acting within local Trust and statutory guidelines and policies at all times.



The post holder will be involved in a range clinical research duties including the recruitment and consenting of patients, in different specialities.



The post holder will facilitate the care of patients being treated within these trials as required, including the monitoring and observation of patients. They will be involved in the recruitment process and keep accurate and comprehensive records of data derived from research studies.



The post holder will be involved in ensuring that any research undertaken within the department safeguards the wellbeing of the participants and is conducted within the UK Policy Framework for Health and Social Care Research, according to Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and other guidance and legislation as required for that study.



Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, external sponsors, and research networks to facilitate seamless study operations.



The role involves using an in-depth knowledge of clinical research and of trial protocols and their application in practice, research methodology and in-depth working knowledge of the requirements of local, national and international research regulations.



Provide clinical and non-clinical support and expertise to NIHR portfolio research projects.

Facilitation of concurrent research studies.

Undertake mandatory training as required by Trust policies.

Undertake mandatory training as required by research delivery.



Here at George Eliot our vision to ' excel at patient care' takes centre stage. An ever evolving clinically-led acute service provider we are on a journey to continually provide high quality, safe and responsive services delivered by inspiring, friendly and compassionate staff who share our corporate values which underpin everything we do. Our values are not just words on a piece of paper, they bond us together, reflect our ambition and shape who we are:



E ffective Open Communication



e x cellence and safety in everything we do



C hallenge but support



E xpect respect and dignity



L ocal health that inspires confidence

Benefits:

On-site nursery, 27 days minimum annual leave plus bank holidays, cycle to work scheme, flexible working, in house training and development, buying and selling of annual leave, subsidised restaurant, tranquillity garden and generous subsidised on-site parking.

Overview:

The Clinical Research Nurse plays a vital role in the delivery of high-quality clinical research. Working under the supervision of senior research staff, the post holder will support the safe and effective conduct of clinical trials and research studies in accordance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Trust policies, and regulatory requirements. This role involves direct patient care, coordination of research activities, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.



Clinical Responsibilities



Deliver care to clinical trial participants under supervision, ensuring adherence to study protocols and Trust policies.



Assist in the day-to-day care, monitoring, and follow-up of patients enrolled in complex treatment studies.



Act as a point of contact for trial participants, families, and carers, offering support and information throughout the research process.



Perform clinical procedures (e.g., ECGs, venepuncture, blood pressure, urinalysis, faecal sampling) following training and competency assessment.



Administer treatments and monitor for side effects or toxicity, escalating concerns to senior staff as required.



Collect, process, store, and dispatch biological samples in line with study protocols and safety standards.



Maintain accurate and timely documentation in both clinical and research records.



Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and clinics to assess eligibility and recruit patients into studies



Research Responsibilities



Contribute to the delivery of a clinical trials portfolio, supporting recruitment and retention targets.



Manage a caseload of non-interventional studies with minimal oversight and assist with interventional studies under supervision.



Support study setup, feasibility assessments, and regulatory submissions.



Maintain essential trial documentation, including Case Report Forms (CRFs), electronic data capture systems, and site files.



Identify eligible participants, assist with informed consent, and coordinate study visits and assessments.



Report and document adverse events and serious adverse events in accordance with protocol and regulatory timelines.



Attend study initiation visits, monitoring visits, and respond to data queries.



Use IT systems (e.g., EDGE) to track recruitment, update study status, and generate reports



Professional and Management Responsibilities



Act as a role model and advocate for research, promoting awareness and engagement across the Trust.



Support and educate healthcare professionals involved in research delivery.



Maintain clinical skills and professional development in line with NMC revalidation requirements.



Adhere to Trust policies, including those related to health and safety, confidentiality, and equality.



Recognise and manage complaints, conflicts, and safeguarding concerns appropriately.



Attend mandatory training, courses, and conferences relevant to the role.



Provide cross-cover for colleagues and maintain flexibility in working hours, including travel between sites.



Communication and Collaboration



Communicate complex and sensitive information to patients, carers, and multidisciplinary teams with empathy and professionalism.



Liaise with internal departments (e.g., pharmacy, radiology, pathology) and external stakeholders (e.g., Clinical Research Network, sponsors, CROs).



Promote effective communication within the research team and with external partners.



Utilise IT systems for communication, data entry, and documentation



Relationships

Internal:

Research nurses, doctors, AHPs, pharmacy, radiology, pathology, clinical managers.

External:

Clinical Research Network, study sponsors, contract research organisations, study support services.



Special Requirements



Flexibility in working hours to accommodate clinic schedules.



Willingness to travel between sites and attend external meetings as required.



For a full comprehensive list of main responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to job description and personal specification attached.