Clinical Research Nurse - Derby

Pulse; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 67,502,000 - 80,590,000; Full time

Job summary

Pulse in Derby is seeking a Clinical Research Nurse to support innovative trials across multiple therapeutic areas. You will be NMC PIN‑registered with a minimum of 3 years in clinical research and will carry out participant visits, safety checks and data entry in line with SOPs.

The role emphasizes strong patient care in a fast-paced research setting, with clear opportunities to contribute to recruitment, MDT collaboration and emergency response readiness. Derby-based, on-site position.

Qualifications

• NMC PIN required.
• At least 3 years in clinical research.
• Experience supporting clinical trials across multiple therapies.
• Strong patient-facing clinical skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out participant visits, observations, interventions and safety checks per protocol.
• Complete pre-screen assessments to support patient recruitment.
• Build relationships to encourage engagement and retention.
• Record, verify and enter study data into source notes and CRFs/eCRFs.
• Respond to data queries promptly.
• Maintain a professional environment for participants and colleagues.
• Participate in MDT meetings.
• Act confidently during emergencies (e.g., cardiac arrest, anaphylaxis).

Skills

Clinical research

Patient-facing care

Data accuracy

Emergency response

Education

NMC PIN

Job description

Job Title: Clinical Research Nurse

Banding: Band 5/6

Location: Derby

Hourly Pay Rate: £25 – £30 per hour

Join a team driven by one purpose — improving global health outcomes. Our client is looking for a dedicated, NMC‑registered Nurse with at least 3 years working in clinical research, supporting innovative clinical trials across multiple therapeutic areas.

What You’ll Do

• Carry out participant visits, observations, interventions and safety checks in line with study protocols and SOPs


• Complete pre‑screen assessments to support strong patient recruitment


• Build positive relationships that encourage participant engagement and retention


• Record, verify and enter study data accurately into source notes and CRFs/eCRFs


• Respond to data queries promptly


• Maintain a professional, supportive environment for participants and colleagues


• Participate in MDT meetings


• Act confidently in emergencies (e.g., cardiac arrest, anaphylaxis, critical incidents)

What you will bring

• Valid NMC PIN


• A minimum of 3 years experience working in clinical research


• Strong clinical experience within a patient‑facing environment


• Excellent clinical assessment and observational skills


• Confident communicator with strong organisational skills


• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced research setting


• High attention to detail and accurate documentation


• Comfortable using electronic health record systems