Research Nurse

UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL SOUTHAMPTON NHS FOUNDATION TRUST; Southampton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Southampton seeks a Band 5 Research Nurse to provide specialist research and clinical care. The role includes managing research programmes, collaborating with teams, and supervising staff. Candidates must be NMC registered nurses with strong communication skills and a flexible work approach. Living in Southampton provides a vibrant coastal experience with excellent transport links and commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Qualifications

• NMC registered nurse with experience in relevant clinical specialities.
• Capability to work different shift patterns when needed.
• Enthusiastic and self-motivated, aspiring to a career in clinical research.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist research and clinical care to research participants.
• Assist in the management, coordination, and implementation of research programmes.
• Provide clinical supervision to other staff and students.
• Collaborate with other research teams.
• Be involved in quality initiatives, audits, and projects.
• Travel between different clinical locations as needed.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

IT skills

Report writing

Teamwork

Time management

Organization

Initiative

Prioritization

Flexibility

Self-motivation

Education

NMC registered nurse

Job description

Overview

As a band 5 research nurse you will provide specialist research and clinical care to research participants within your team's study portfolio. You will assist in the management, coordination and implementation of research programmes and you will help to provide clinical supervision to other staff and students. You will also have the opportunity to collaborate with other research teams to deliver research studies. You may also have the opportunity to be involved in quality initiatives including audits and projects. You will report to your band 6/7 line manager and then to the band 8 research matron.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist research and clinical care to research participants within your team’s study portfolio.
• Assist in the management, coordination and implementation of research programmes.
• Provide clinical supervision to other staff and students.
• Collaborate with other research teams to deliver research studies.
• Be involved in quality initiatives including audits and projects.
• Report to the band 6/7 line manager and then to the band 8 research matron.
• Travel between different clinical locations as studies are delivered across a variety of settings.

Qualifications and Skills

• NMC registered nurse with experience in relevant clinical specialities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge and experience in IT skills, report writing, teamwork, time management.
• Ability to demonstrate organisation, initiative and prioritisation.
• Flexible and able to work different shift patterns when needed.
• Enthusiastic and self-motivated with an aspiration to further a career in clinical research.

About University Hospital Southampton

University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.

Location

Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

We proudly champion individuality and are committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.