Research Nurse

Royal Devon; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension

Cycle to work scheme

Salary sacrifice options including on‑

Nursery onsite at Exeter

Car lease schemes

Blue Light Card and health service-dis

Job summary

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Research Nurse to coordinate and recruit patients for NIHR clinical trials across multiple specialties at Exeter. Training will be provided, and you will work within a supportive research team.

The role is 37.5 hours per week (Mon-Fri, 09:00–17:00) based at the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital, with close collaboration to clinical and research colleagues to ensure high-quality trial delivery.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and recruit patients to NIHR portfolio clinical trials across multiple specialties
• Support data collection and management for research participants
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary hospital teams to deliver ongoing trial activity
• Supervise/mentor student nurses undertaking clinical research placements

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity for a Nurse to join our Research Teams, there are several posts available. These range from Haematology, Genetics/ Oncology, Stroke/ Cardiology and Parkinson's/ Dermatology. The post holder will be involved in coordinating and recruiting patients to a wide range of clinical trials within the NIHR portfolio, including both commercial and non-commercial studies.

It would be preferable but not essential to have experience in any of these fields. You will be given appropriate training, and you need to have an open mind to new experiences and learning.

Based at the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital, the Research Nurse will work Monday to Friday during standard working hours. This are busy and diverse research portfolios, requiring close collaboration with multidisciplinary teams across the hospital to support patient identification, recruitment, and ongoing trial delivery.

The role offers the opportunity to contribute to high-quality research that directly impacts patient care, while working as part of a supportive and experienced research team.

More detail about the role

Previous research experience is not essential, as the post holder will be fully supported by the Senior Research Nurse and provided with comprehensive training. The role involves working closely across both research and clinical teams, requiring the ability to organise, prioritise, and adapt workloads to meet the demands of multiple concurrent studies.

Strong IT skills are essential, including proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, as a significant proportion of the role involves data collection and management for research participants.

The Research Nurse will be expected to supervise and/or mentor student nurses undertaking clinical research placements. They will also be responsible for the implementation, coordination, and ongoing monitoring of clinical requirements associated with research activity, ensuring the safe and effective delivery of clinical trials.

Working Pattern:37.5 hours per week. Monday - Friday 09.00- 17.00

Interview Date:Tuesday 8th December 2026

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation TrustandNorthern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

About Us

Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state-of-the‑art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world‑class care to our local communities.

It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work‑life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you are starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:

• National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
• Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
• Car lease schemes.
• The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
• Cycle to work scheme

• Salary Band 5: £32,073 - £39,043 per annum pro rata
• Frequency Annual
• Vacancy Reference 185-2721-14714
• Contract Type Permanent
• Closing Date 20 November, 2026
• Job Category Nursing
• Staff Group Nursing & Midwifery Registered