Advanced Research Nurse

The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre Nhs Foundation Trust; Liverpool, Wirral; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an experienced Advanced Research Nurse (Band 7) to support dual training in oncology and haematology trials. You will join a multidisciplinary team, travel between CCC Liverpool, Wirral, and Aintree, and lead high‑quality care within complex clinical studies.

We require an NMC registered nurse with post‑registration specialist qualification, strong governance knowledge, and a patient‑centred approach.

Qualifications

• NMC registration and current licence to practise
• Bachelor-level nursing degree or equivalent
• Post-registration qualification in a specialist area
• Training in ICH/GCP
• Evidence of ongoing professional development

Responsibilities

• Support senior management to ensure service users' needs are met and high-quality care is delivered
• Act as advanced autonomous practitioner in patients on cancer clinical trials (Commercial/non-commercial and ECMC)
• Provide expert care within trials protocol and clinical guidelines; contribute as educator, supervisor, researcher and governance implementer
• Travel between CCC Wirral, Liverpool and Aintree sites to support multiple NHS trusts
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to manage complex studies and ensure patient safety and governance

Education

BSC Professional practice or equivalent

NMC Level One Nurse, with current registration

Relevant Post Registration qualification in specialist area

ICH / GCP trained

Evidence of continuous personal, professional development

Job description

Advanced Research Nurse

Closing date: 03 November 2026

Job summary

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.

About us

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
• Inclusive

Essential 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

Desirable Qualifications

• Leadership qualification
• Advanced Communication Skills
• Intermediate Life Support qualification
• Educated to Masters level
• Experience of managing complex studies
• UKONS qualification

Essential 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.

Desirable Experience

• Skilled in the administration of cytotoxic agents
• Experience in Leadership and change management.
• Experience of writing policies and procedures

Essential 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

Pay scheme

Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 7
Salary: £49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 158-26-271-RES

Employer contact details

Lead Nurse for Late Phase Research: Linda Lyons, [e-mail], 01513188225

Right to work

Right to work: This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. Visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.