Clinical Research Nurse / Allied Health Professional / Midwife

NHS; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A major public health organization in Greater Manchester is seeking a Clinical Research Nurse/Allied Health Professional/Midwife to support and manage clinical studies across various disease specialties. The ideal candidate must be a registered nurse or allied health professional with at least 3 years of experience. Responsibilities include promoting participation in research, ensuring compliance with protocols, and documenting clinical events. The position is full-time, with a focus on collaboration within multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• 3+ years post-registration experience in a clinical setting.
• Experience delivering clinical practice independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of ICH GCP and relevant regulations.

Responsibilities

• Promote high-quality research and support clinical studies.
• Manage and recruit participants for various studies.
• Ensure compliance with Good Clinical Practice and Trust policies.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Good IT skills

Ability to travel and work across sites

Education

Registered Nurse – RGN Adult / Registered Allied Health Professional / Registered Midwife

Job description

Clinical Research Nurse/Allied Health Professional/Midwife

NHS Greater Manchester, England, United Kingdom

Date posted: 06 January 2026

Job Summary

The Research Delivery Team at Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (WWL) is looking for an AFC Band 6 Clinical Research Nurse/Allied Health Professional/Midwife to work alongside the existing team of Research Nurses, Research Practitioners, Research Administrators and Assistants. The role supports research across all disease specialties and provides research opportunities across Wigan Borough. WWL’s Research Strategy 2022-26 ‘Research for All’ outlines the Trust’s commitment to grow research within the Trust and the wider community. This vacancy is open to internal and external candidates and is funded through NIHR RRDN, with contracts renewed on a rolling basis in line with annual funding confirmation.

Main Duties

• Deliver and promote high‑quality research, supporting lead clinicians and encouraging participation by staff, patients and families in research studies.
• Liaise with the North West RRDN, sponsors and external agencies (pharmaceutical companies, universities, NHS trusts).
• Facilitate the successful conduct of all studies in accordance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), relevant laws and Trust policies.
• Manage, run and recruit to interventional, observational, commercial and non‑commercial studies across all disease specialties.
• Set up new trials and manage ongoing existing studies.

Job Responsibilities

• Attend MDT meetings and appropriate clinics to promote NIHR RRDN study participation, screen and recruit new participants, and act as a resource to MDT members.
• Work with the network Clinical Trials Coordinator to facilitate rapid set‑up and approval of NIHR RRDN studies; complete extensive feasibility assessments.
• Ensure all necessary approvals and agreements are in place before study commencement.
• Ensure all site team members are GCP trained; maintain delegation logs and assign duties by the PI.
• Ensure study‑specific investigations are undertaken as per protocol, establishing eligibility and safety.
• Assist investigators with informed consent, maintaining PI oversight throughout the study.
• Safely administer treatments and drugs within the study context.
• Collect blood and other samples as required by the protocol.
• Accurately document clinical events and data in case report forms (CRFs).
• Forward study data to the sponsor in a timely manner.
• Monitor treatment toxicity/side‑effects and record/report adverse events as they occur.
• Maintain accurate patient notes in written and electronic form.
• Archive clinical trials appropriately with the investigator.
• Act as the primary contact for study issues, providing support to the local investigator and patients.
• Develop strategies to overcome recruitment barriers in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
• Provide specialised research advice and patient education about studies.
• Communicate effectively with local staff and the network team, ensuring all documentation meets governance standards.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with the Data Protection Act.

Planning and Organisational Duties

• Work with network staff to develop knowledge and understanding of clinical research conduct.
• Attend relevant training (e.g., GCP). Maintain evidence of competency.
• Act as a resource and provide expertise to local staff involved in RRDN studies.
• Engage in continuing professional development and keep updated with current clinical practice.
• Attend required meetings for clinical research.
• Assist and support other research staff within the Trust.

Communications and Key Working Relationships

• Serve as point of contact for trial sponsors and monitors, handling data queries, AEs, SAEs, and other enquiries.
• Communicate with the PI and ward/outpatient managers to facilitate patient visits.
• Liaise with staff at all levels internally and externally while maintaining confidentiality.
• Attend MDT meetings.
• Coordinate with radiology and pharmacy departments regarding capability and capacity for new studies.
• Address patient queries professionally and refer to the medical team when needed.
• Raise research study awareness within specialties and promote research awareness throughout the Trust.

Responsibility for Finance

• Ensure office and clinical supplies are adequate, ordered, and obtained for smooth study operation.
• Liaise with the clinical trials assistant for timely reordering supplies.
• Coordinate with sponsors for resupply of blood kits and research equipment.
• Ensure studies are costed correctly and work with R&D to include all costings at set‑up.
• Maintain the patient visit tracker to aid invoicing.

Responsibility for Human Resources

• Adhere to Trust policies and maintain the professional Code of Conduct.
• Provide training and mentorship to clinical trial administrators and new research nurses.
• Follow all relevant protocols, SOPs and standard practice.
• Plan and organise workload effectively; work autonomously or as part of a team.
• Consult with senior management for queries and guidance.

Responsibility for Health & Safety

The post holder must actively manage risk, carrying out risk assessments, taking appropriate actions, and reporting incidents, near‑misses and hazards in line with the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 and statutory duties of care.

Responsibility for Teaching

Promote life‑long learning through coaching, teaching and assessment. Mentor staff new to research and introduce student nurses to research day placements.

Work Circumstances & On‑call

Normally Monday to Friday, with occasional requests for work outside these hours.

Person Specification

Essential - Qualifications

• Registered Nurse – RGN Adult / Registered Allied Health Professional / Registered Midwife

Desirable - Qualifications

• Additional qualification in research.
• Experience in midwifery or paediatrics.

Essential - Experience

• Substantial post‑registration experience (at least 3 years).
• Experience delivering clinical practice independently and within a team.

Desirable - Experience

• Experience in delivering clinical research.

Essential - Skills

• Effective communication skills.
• Good IT skills.
• Able to travel and work across sites.

Desirable - Skills

• Ability to present and teach within multidisciplinary teams and promote research results.

Essential - Knowledge

• Evidence of the importance of research.
• Demonstrated knowledge of ICH GCP and relevant regulations.

Desirable - Knowledge

• Evidence of previous research experience is advantageous.

Essential - Additional

• Speak English to an appropriate standard: confidence, accuracy, correct sentence structures, and vocabulary.

Desirable - Additional

• Evidence of autonomous working.
• Evidence of good team working.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) is required for this post under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Candidates requiring a skilled worker visa sponsorship will have their applications considered alongside all other applications. Please see the UK Visas and Immigration website for further details.

UK Registration

Applicants must hold current UK professional registration. More information can be found on the NHS Careers website.

Employer Details

Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Royal Albert Edward Infirmary, Wigan Lane, Wigan, WN1 2NN

Contact

For more information visit WWL website.