Advanced Research Nurse

The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre; Bebington; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting a Band 7 Advanced Research Nurse to expand access to world‑class cancer research through dual training in Oncology and Haematology.

Based at CCC Wirral and CCC Liverpool, you will act as an advanced autonomous practitioner, supporting patients on commercial, non‑commercial and ECMC trials, delivering care within trial protocols and clinical governance.

Qualifications

• NMC Level One Nurse, with current registration.
• BSC Professional practice or equivalent.
• Post Registration qualification in specialist area.
• ICH / GCP trained.
• Evidence of continuous personal, professional development.
• Advanced Communication Skills.
• Educated to Masters level.
• Experience of managing complex studies.

Responsibilities

• Support the senior management team in ensuring service users’ needs are met through delivery of high-quality care.
• Act as an advanced autonomous practitioner, supporting patients on Commercial/non-commercial and ECMC clinical trials.
• Demonstrate high level of practice and knowledge, working as a key member of the multi-disciplinary team providing professional and clinical support in the care of patients on clinical trials.
• Provide expert care and treatment to patients within trials protocols and clinical guidelines; function as health care provider, educator, supervisor to junior staff, researcher, auditor and governance implementer.
• Travel across NHS trust sites within Merseyside and Cheshire; dual base location at CCC Wirral and CCC Liverpool.

Skills

Advanced Communication Skills

Experience of managing complex studies

Education

NMC Level One Nurse

BSC Professional practice or equivalent

Masters level

Tools

ICH / GCP trained

Job description

Site The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre - Wirral and Liverpool Town Wirral Salary £49,387 - £56,515 per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 03/11/2026 23:59

In cases where we receive a high volume of applications, we reserve the right to automatically close any vacancies prior to the specified closing date - all vacancies are capped at a sufficient number to progress to shortlisting stage; you are advised to submit your completed application form as early as possible.

We want our recruitment process to be fair, inclusive, and accessible for everyone. If you need support or a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the application or interview process, please contact our Recruitment Team - 0151 5565176 or [e-mail]. Adjustments may include alternative formats, extra time for assessments, communication support, accessible interview arrangements, interview questions prior to interview or other changes tailored to your needs.

Right to work: We actively promote diversity and inclusion. This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. We recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Skilled Worker sponsorship will be assigned in line with Trust procedure. Visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

The Research and Innovation Centre at The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre has an exciting opportunity as a Band 7 Advanced Research Nurse.

The aim of this post is to bring about greater access for research to provide a unique and enviable framework to enhance delivery of world class research.

They will embark on a programme of dual training for both Oncology and Haematology systemic anticancer treatments. They must be motivated and willing to undergo training in the Haematology and chemotherapy fields.

We are here to deliver the best cancer care to the people we serve and we are looking for applications from those who share that commitment and our values.

As an Advanced Research Nurse, you will be responsible for supporting the senior management team in ensuring that our service users’ needs are met through the delivery of high-quality care. As a centre of excellence, you will offer a person-centred approach to their independence and well-being.

You will have a dual base location at CCC Liverpool and CCC Wirral.

Main duties of the job

The primary aim of this post is to bring about greater access for research to provide a unique and enviable framework to enhance delivery of world class research.

The successful candidate will act as an advanced autonomous practitioner, supporting patients on Commercial/non-commercial and Experimental Cancer Medicines (ECMC) clinical trials.

In doing so will demonstrate a high level of practice and knowledge, working as a key member of the multi- disciplinary team providing professional and clinical support in the care of patients on clinical trials.

The Advanced Nurse Practitioner will provide expert care and treatment to patients within agreed trials protocol and clinical guidelines. Functions in a variety of role dimensions: health care provider, educator, supervisor to junior staff, researcher, auditor, clinical advocate and implementer of research and clinical governance.

The post holder is employed and managed by Clatterbridge Cancer Centre but will be required to travel across a number of NHS trusts within Merseyside and Cheshire. Regular travel will be expected between CCC Wirral, Liverpool and Aintree sites.

Employees must be aware of and accept the requirement to work at other sites across the Clinical Network within reason. Any changes will be subject to consultation with the post holder.

Working for our organisation

The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s leading cancer centres providing highly specialist cancer care to a population of 2.4m people across Cheshire and Merseyside, and the surrounding areas, including North Wales and the Isle of Man.

Our vision is to not only maintain this level of commitment to excellence but to work with our academic and healthcare partners across the region to ensure care, treatment and patient outcomes continuously improve in the future. We are very proud of all our expert and loyal staff and we welcome people who share the collective aim of delivering excellence in everything that we do.

Our values represent who we are and what we believe in. They define how we act to deliver the best possible care for our patients and shape The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre as a great place to work.

We are -

• Kind
• Empowered
• Responsible
• Inclusiv e

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details about this exciting role on offer at The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre.

Person specification

Qualifications

• NMC Level One Nurse, with current registration
• BSC Professional practice or equivalent
• Relevant Post Registration qualification in specialist area
• ICH / GCP trained
• Evidence of continuous personal, professional development
• Advanced Communication Skills
• Educated to Masters level
• Experience of managing complex studies

Experience

• Extensive post registration experience in haemato-oncology/oncology including experience at a senior level
• Previous research experience.
• Experience of managing a portfolio of complex cancer clinical trials.
• Skilled in the administration of cytotoxic agents
• Experience in Leadership and change management.
• Experience of writing policies and procedures

Knowledge and Expertise

• Extensive knowledge of clinical practice and treatments within specialist area including treatment induced side-effects
• Knowledge and experience of handling complex relationships
• Knowledge of the key professional issues and NMC guidelines (or equivalent governing body) relating to professional practice
• Knowledge of the clinical trials process
• Knowledge of Research Governance framework

The Trust takes active responsibility for meeting national guidance and legal requirements in relation to our Safeguarding Policy, including local arrangements for the protection of adults at risk.

The Trust is committed to providing high standards of both patient and staff experience. To support us in doing this the Trust, in partnership with Trade Unions has developed and embedded key values and behaviours that all staff are required to demonstrate throughout their employment. The Trust's values and behaviours support the Trust Vision 'to provide the best cancer care to the people we serve' and our Mission 'to improve health and wellbeing through compassionate, safe and effective cancer care'.

We promote and support diversity in our workforce. The Trust have staff networks such as Ethnic Diversity Staff Network, LGBTQ+ Staff Network, Armed Forces Staff Network, MAPLE Staff Network & Menopause Support Group. The Trust does not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment and has firmed up processes for reporting this, including a dedicated Freedom To Speak Up (FTSU) Guardian.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.