Research Nurse

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust; West of England; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting for a Band 5 Respiratory Research Nurse (1.0 WTE, 1x 0.8 WTE) to join our expanding clinical research delivery teams in Bristol. You will support a portfolio of respiratory studies, screen and recruit patients, perform follow-up visits, collect and manage data, and ensure compliance with study protocols.

Training and development opportunities are provided within the regional Research Delivery Competency Framework.

Qualifications

• Registered General Nurse with current live registration.
• Degree-level education in nursing or health-related subject.
• Demonstrates commitment to ongoing professional development (CPD).
• GCP is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the performance of the Research Team.
• Screening and recruiting patients to a range of studies.
• Perform and maintain follow-up appointments for all patients in studies.
• Extended use of computer systems for data entry and management.
• Enter research data onto study databases and manage queries.
• Coordinate logistics for patient visits and assessments per protocol.
• Maintain Investigator site files and complete Case Report Forms.
• Record study information accurately in patient records.
• Monitor patients for adverse events and report as required.
• Collaborate with senior research nurses and R&D to manage workload and study progress.

Skills

IT/digital literacy

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Clinical assessment skills

Attention to detail

Interpret protocols

Escalation awareness

Education

RGN with live registration

Degree in nursing/health subject

Job description

Education/Training/Qualifications

North Bristol NHS Trust (NBT) and University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) have merged as of 1st July 2026 to become Bristol NHS Foundation Trust. This creates an exciting future that brings together the best of both organisations. As a single, strong and sustainable organisation, we will not only be able to deliver better outcomes for our patients and fairer care for our population, but it will also provide greater opportunities for our people.

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Job Overview

Band 5 Respiratory Research Nurse (1x 1.0 WTE, 1x 0.8 WTE)

Working in Research is different

It’s about giving patients the opportunity to shape the advancement of knowledge and practice by delivering care interventions against a research protocol, advocating for patients and participants, and collecting and managing a wide range of clinical and non-clinical data. No two days are the same! If this appeals to you...

Come and join our research team!

Our research delivery teams are supportive, highly motivated multi-disciplinary teams providing clinical research opportunities across a wide range of clinical settings and specialties. These posts are ideal for those who wish to build on their existing clinical experience or who simply have an interest in delivering research which contributes to the development of evidence-based patient care. If you are dedicated, enthusiastic, with exceptional organisational skills, planning, and attention to detail then this may be the ideal opportunity for you.

You would work alongside experienced research delivery colleagues to support a portfolio of both commercial and non-commercial research. You will be offered training and development, including progression through the regional Research Delivery Competency Framework, as well as specialty specific training and development.

We welcome informal visits and encourage you to contact us about the role. Please note that interviews will be held face to face only.

Main duties of the job

Please See The Job Description For More Information

• Contribute to the performance of the Research Team
• Screening and recruiting patients to a range of studies.
• Perform and maintain the follow up appointments for all patients in all studies.
• Extended use of computer systems
• Enter research data onto study databases and manage any queries raised.
• Co-ordinate the logistics for patient visits and undertake patient assessments in accordance with study protocol.
• Maintain Investigator site file (s) and complete Case Report Forms (CRF/eCRF) with a high degree of accuracy.
• Ensure appropriate study information is accurately recorded in the patient’s records.
• Monitor patients for any adverse events and ensure they are reported as necessary in a timely manner.
• Work closely with the senior research nurse, research nurse team and Research and Development department to manage workload, study progress and personal development.

Working for our organisation

Bristol Foundation Trust provides healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset from our award-winning hospital building at Southmead. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre, and an internationally recognised centre of excellence in a range of services and major specialities. Our vision is that by enabling our teams to be the best that they can be, we will provide exceptional healthcare, personally delivered.

We commit to treating each patient as an individual with respect and dignity, aiming to deliver excellent clinical outcomes and a first-class experience for everyone who uses our services.

North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti-discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

Please see job description and person specification for full details of this role.

We are excited to offer opportunities to join our Respiratory Research Team, supporting a diverse portfolio of studies across respiratory medicine. These roles would be particularly well suited to individuals who already have an interest in and understanding of respiratory care and are keen to expand their knowledge and skills within clinical research.

This role would be ideal for someone with excellent attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and a genuine interest in respiratory. We are looking for individuals who are proactive, and open to learning new skills in a dynamic research environment.

If you have any questions about the roles, please reach out to:
Stephanie Hunt - Senior Respiratory Research Nurse
0117 414 8114

Person specification

Education/Training/Qualifications

Essential criteria

• RGN, with current live Registration
• Degree level education in nursing or health related subject
• Demonstrates continuous professional development

Desirable criteria

• GCP

Work Experience

Essential criteria

• Experience recording data and managing documentation in a healthcare setting
• A good level of organisational skills, to support the efficiency and effectiveness of own and departmental workflows
• Relevant clinical experience
• Experience of extended roles Eg. IV, Venepuncture, ECG, link roles

Desirable criteria

• Clinical experience relevant to clinical area

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Essential criteria

• Competent IT/digital literacy skills, with the ability to develop further
• Effective communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills.
• Demonstrates basic clinical and assessment skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to interpret and implement protocols, policies, and procedures.
• Awareness of own limitations and appropriate use of escalation processes.

Desirable criteria

• Experience in research-related administrative processes.
• Experience supervising junior staff.

Personal Qualities/Special Circumstances

Essential criteria

• Adaptability and flexibility to meet service needs working across teams if necessary
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work autonomously.
• Ability to be mobile and meet the needs of the post

We hope that you will decide to join us and become part of this exciting journey, helping us to shape our future together.

• As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application to ensure we’re meeting our pledge.
• The Trust is committed to investing in and caring for all our staff. We will support you in maintaining and improving your health and wellbeing, as well as your career development through management and training support - developing exceptional people for exceptional careers.
• BFT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults.
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Due to the high number of applications that are received for some posts we may close this vacancy before the advertised closing date. Therefore, if you are interested and you meet the requirements of the Person Specification.

Only those candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the person specification will be shortlisted for this job.

As a guide interviews should usually take place within 3 weeks of the closing date.

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