Band 6 Research Nurse

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Birmingham is seeking a Band 6 Research Nurse to lead neurosurgery studies. The ideal candidate will have a nursing degree and experience in research, along with excellent communication and organizational skills. Duties include managing patient follow-ups and facilitating research protocols. This role offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Registered level 1 Adult Nurse on the NMC register is required.
• Prior experience in a research role or caring for neurosurgical patients is essential.

Responsibilities

• Confirm eligibility against research protocols.
• Facilitate informed consent processes.
• Manage patient follow-ups according to schedules.
• Prioritize and manage workload effectively.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to work under pressure

Attention to detail

Leadership abilities

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent in nursing

Health care management / leadership qualification

Job description

Overview

Go back University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Band 6 Research Nurse

The closing date is 14 October 2025

An exciting opportunity within the Queen Elizabeth Hospital Surgery Research Department. The Surgery Research Department is expanding and we are looking for an enthusiastic, highly organised and reliable Band 6 Nurse. The post holder will work across a diverse portfolio of studies with a plan of leading our neurosurgery studies.

The ideal candidate will have a genuine interest in clinical research and be able to work independently within a dynamic and dedicated team. Excellent communication and organisational skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to work effectively under pressure and to tight deadlines are essential.

The candidate will also possess prior experience in a research role or have had clinical experience in caring for neurosurgical patients.

Main duties of the job

• Confirming eligibility against a research protocol
• Facilitate the inform consent process
• Work to tight deadlines
• Be familiar with schedule of events and manage scheduled patient follow ups
• Be familiar with local computer systems
• Able to prioritise and manage own workload
• Work autonomously and as part of a wider team
• Be able to communicate to a high level
• Be experienced in good clinical practice guidance

About us

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. For staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, we are committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.

Job responsibilities

Please Note: For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Registered level 1 Adult Nurse on the NMC register
• Relevant degree or equivalent in nursing
• Health care management / leadership qualification

Experience

• Professional portfolio which demonstrates continuing professional development, evidence of ability to maintain professional registration
• Substantial post registration experience working in a complex health care setting / Acute NHS care setting supervising / mentoring junior staff
• Evidence of professional /clinical knowledge in area supplemented by specialist clinical and/or managerial training and CPD
• Relevant and recent clinical experience within the specialty / acute care setting, including supervision / education of junior staff
• Experience of mentoring undergraduate students
• Evidence of ability to lead / coordinate a shift / area of department
• Experience in learning from incidents / complaints and supporting changes in practice
• Evidence of Research knowledge
• Experience of clinical trials / studies / research coordination

Additional Criteria

• Evidence of Research knowledge
• Experience of clinical trials / studies / research coordination
• Demonstrates specialist expertise underpinned by theory acquired through CPD
• Evidence of involvement and leadership in teaching and mentoring learners
• Competence in expanded clinical practice associated with the role
• Ability to work under pressure across competing demands
• Ability to articulate the principles of safeguarding and mental capacity
• Positive and enthusiastic attitude
• Approachable and friendly
• Supportive / Flexible
• Well organised
• Sound clinical reasoning and decision making
• Ability to perform in complex and challenging situations
• Ability to inspire and lead a team
• Ability to work flexible shift pattern, including rotation of day / night duty and unsocial hours as required
• Demonstrate leadership, team building, resource management, time management, clinical governance, audit and research
• Workforce planning / management
• NHS policy and political awareness

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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