Bank Clinical Research Nurse

EMS Healthcare; Chester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

EMS Healthcare in the North West is seeking an experienced Bank Research Nurse to deliver high-quality clinical research across our EMS mobile units. You will conduct participant visits, support recruitment, and ensure data integrity with excellent clinical care.

The role suits a proactive nurse with prior research experience who can travel across multiple sites, engage participants, follow GCP, and work closely with the Senior Research Nurse and site teams to achieve study objectives.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with active NMC registration.
• Previous clinical research or trial delivery experience is essential.
• Competent in standard nursing procedures in research/outpatient settings.
• Knowledge of ICH-GCP and the clinical research process.

Responsibilities

• Conduct study visits and clinical procedures in line with protocols and EMS SOPs.
• Perform nursing assessments (vital signs, ECGs, phlebotomy) and other study procedures.
• Support participant recruitment, screening, enrolment and retention with the site team.
• Ensure accurate, timely completion of case report forms, source documentation and trial logs.
• Maintain mobile unit operations, handling of samples and study materials.

Skills

Clinical procedures

Patient care

Communication

Data integrity

Education

NMC registration (RN)

Tools

Electronic data capture systems

Job description

We areseekingan experienced and adaptableBankResearch Nurseto deliver high-quality clinical research across theNorthwestvia our EMS mobile research units. You will play a hands-on role in conducting participant visits, supporting recruitment, and ensuring excellent clinical care and data integrity.

This role is ideal for a research nurse withpreviousclinical research experience who thrives in dynamic, mobile settings and enjoys working directly with participants. You will support a variety of studies, including obesity-focused and lifestyle interventions, and collaborate closely with the Senior Research Nurse and wider site teams to achieve studyobjectives.

The successful candidate will be flexible, proactive, and committed to Good Clinical Practice (GCP), with strong clinical and interpersonal skills to engage participants and support mobile research operations.This role involves travelling across various sites within the North West, so flexibility to travel is essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct study-specific clinical procedures and participant visits in line with protocols, GCP, and EMS SOPs.

• Perform nursing assessments including vital signs, ECGs, phlebotomy, and other study-related procedures asrequired.

• Support participant recruitment, screening, enrolment, and retention in collaboration with the site team.

• Ensureaccurate,timely, and compliant completion of case report forms, source documentation, and trial logs.

• Maintain safe, organised, and efficient mobile unit operations, including handling of clinical samples and study materials.

• Provide participants with clear information, ensuring informed consent and ongoing support.

• Escalate clinical or operational issues to the Senior Research Nurse or Clinical Research & Delivery Manager asappropriate.

• Attend team meetings, training sessions, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

• Maintain confidentiality andadhere to data protection and regulatory requirements at all times.

Experience

Essential

• Registered Nurse with active NMC registration.

• Previousexperience in clinical research or trial delivery.

• Competent in standard nursing procedures within research or outpatient settings.

• Knowledge of ICH-GCP and the clinical research process.

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.

Desirable

• Experience in mobile or community-based healthcare delivery.

• Familiarity with studies related to obesity, metabolic health, or lifestyle interventions.

• Proficient in electronic data capture systems or clinical databases.

Key Skills & Attributes:

• Compassionate, patient-focused care delivery.

• High standardsof clinical documentation and attention to detail.

• Proactive, team-oriented, and adaptable in fast-paced or mobile environments.

• Flexibility to travel and work across multiple sites within theNorth West.

Other Requirements:

• Full UK residency and valid UK driving licence and access to own vehicle.

• Ability to travel within Greater Manchester and surrounding areas asrequired.

• Willingness to work flexibly, including occasional early starts or late finishes.

You work hard for us; we work hard for you. It is that simple. And we know, it sounds too good to be true (we hear that a lot). But trust us, this could be the best decision you make.