Clinical Research Nurse/Midwife/Practitioner

Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Norwich; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in England is seeking a NICU Clinical Research Nurse for a 12-month fixed-term or secondment opportunity. This role involves assessing care pathways for clinical trial participants, managing recruitment, and ensuring compliance with research protocols. Candidates must have significant NICU experience and strong communication skills. This position offers a range of benefits including flexible working hours, professional development support, and access to on-site facilities. Applications close on 29 Dec 2025.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Fast-Track Staff Physiotherapy Service

Discounted gym memberships

Excellent pension scheme

Free 24-hour confidential counselling support

On-site nursery

Qualifications

• Significant NICU experience is required.
• Research experience in a hospital setting and knowledge of trial protocols is essential.
• Understanding of research procedures and compliance with regulations is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assess and manage care pathways for patients in clinical trials.
• Recruit, educate, and monitor trial participants while documenting findings.
• Participate in research studies and collaborate with partners.

Skills

Qualified Registered Nurse

NICU experience

Excellent communication skills

Positive, flexible approach

Job description

A Vacancy at Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

12 Month Fixed Term/Secondment opportunity

Position Overview

This role is a 12‑month fixed‑term or secondment opportunity for a NICU Clinical Research Nurse within the Women’s and Children’s team. It involves clinical research to improve treatment and care for patients at NNUH, primarily conducted at the NIHR Norfolk Clinical Research Facility and the Quadram Institute.

Responsibilities

• Assess and manage the care pathways for patients and/or carers participating in clinical trials.
• Recruit, educate and monitor trial participants, collecting and documenting findings accurately.
• Play a key role in ground‑breaking research studies and network with partners such as the University of East Anglia.
• Work independently and flexibly within a collaborative team, meeting research targets and project timelines.

Qualifications

• Qualified Registered Nurse with significant NICU experience.
• Research experience in a hospital setting, with knowledge of trial protocols, policies and governance.
• Understanding of research procedures, documentation, and compliance with local, national and international regulations.
• Excellent communication skills and a positive, flexible approach to workload.

Benefits

• Flexible working hours
• Fast‑Track Staff Physiotherapy Service
• Multi‑faith prayer room at NNUH Colney Lane site
• Discounted gym memberships
• Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
• Wagestream – access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it
• Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH Colney Lane site
• Free 24‑hour confidential counselling support
• On‑site nursery at NNUH Colney Lane
• On‑site cafes offering staff discounts at NNUH Colney Lane
• Support in career development
• Flexible staff bank
• Salary sacrifice schemes (including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics)

Additional Information

• Applicants currently employed by an NHS organisation will be appointed on a secondment basis; please seek line‑manager approval before applying.
• Applicants not employed by an NHS organisation will receive a fixed‑term contract.
• This position (occupation code 2237) does not meet UKVI eligibility requirements for a Skilled Worker Visa; the Trust cannot issue a Certificate of Sponsorship.
• Use your supporting statement to confirm how you meet the essential and desirable criteria on the job specification.

This advert closes on Monday 29 Dec 2025.