Research Nurse

Temple B'nai Abraham; Wales; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Wales seeks a Research Nurse for a fixed-term position. The role involves supporting research participants, ensuring compliance with protocols, and working collaboratively within a team. Candidates should be Registered Nurses with a strong attention to detail and an interest in research. The position offers a salary range of £39,263 to £47,280 per annum, full-time, and is based at Princess of Wales Hospital, with some flexibility to accommodate for Welsh language skills.

Benefits

Excellent pension scheme

Generous leave

Ongoing training and development

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Understanding of the job role responsibilities of a Research Nurse.
• Experience of working at a Band 5 in a health research setting.
• Experience of supporting research projects.

Responsibilities

• Support participants through the research pathway.
• Assist the Assistant Director for R&D and R&D Manager.
• Ensure safeguards for research participants.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data analysis and interpretation

Welsh Language Skills (Level 3 and above/B2)

Education

Registered Nurse

Certificate in ICH Good Clinical Practice

Job description

Job Summary

The post holder will be involved in ensuring that any research undertaken within the University Health Board safeguards the well being of the research participants, to include patients, staff and control subjects. This will involve supporting participants through the research pathway, in accordance with the research protocol and relevant legislation. The postholder will support the Assistant Director for R&D and the R&D Manager in meeting the Research and Development Division, Welsh Government Key Performance Indicators and Metrics.

Fixed Term/Secondment for 36 months due to funding.

If you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post.

Main duties of the job

Welsh Skills Desirable: This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. This doesn\'t mean essential; whilst the candidate doesn\'t need to have skills in Welsh, we\'ll consider it an advantage when short-listing and selecting candidates. This isn\'t \'fluency\', just Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means basic conversations with patients about their everyday health. For more information, see \'Welsh Language Guidance\' in the documents right at the bottom.

Working as part of a well established team, the post holder will be involved in ensuring that any research undertaken within the University Health Board safeguards the well being of the research participants, to include patients, staff and control subjects. This will involve supporting participants through the research pathway, in accordance with the research protocol and relevant legislation.

We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated and well organised individual with a passion for research and a keen interest in developing and supporting collaborative commercial and non commercial research within the University Health Board. The post holder will be working as part of a well established team of research nurses, officers and assistants to support the set up and delivery of research across the UHB.

About Us

Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales\'s largest employers.

Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.

CTM\'s location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff\'s vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.

Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses On Uniting Our Region Around Shared Health And Wellbeing Goals. Our Values Guide Us Daily:

• We listen, learn, and improve
• We treat everyone with respect
• We work together as one team

CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.

At CTM, you\'ll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.

Details

Date posted 23 January 2026

Pay scheme Agenda for Change

Band Band 6

Salary £39,263 to £47,280 a year per annum

Contract Fixed term

Duration 36 months

Working pattern Full-time

Reference number 110-NMR014-0126

Job locations Princess of Wales Hospital, Coity Road, Bridgend, CF31 1RQ

Job Description

Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Essential

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse
• Understanding of the job role responsibilities of a Research Nurse

Desirable

• Certificate in ICH Good Clinical Practice

Skills

• Ability to establish and maintain appropriate documentation and record keeping; Excellent attention to detail

Desirable

• Data analysis and interpretation
• Welsh Language Skills (Level 3 and above/B2) are Desirable for this Role.

Experience

• Experience of working at a Band 5 (or equivalent level) in a health research setting with service user/carer contact
• Experience of supporting research projects

Desirable

• Experience of clinical interviewing; Evidence of previous patient/client and MultiDisciplinary Team contact within work environment

Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

Address Princess of Wales Hospital, Coity Road, Bridgend, CF31 1RQ

Employer's website https://joinctm.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)