Research Nurse/AHP

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust; Torquay; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 5 Research Nurse/AHP to join our Research Team at Torbay Hospital, Torquay. The role is part-time (30 hours/week) with flexible hours and pro rata salary £32,073–£39,043 per annum.

You will deliver high-quality patient experiences, support data collection, assist with recruitment into trials, and liaise with the MDT. Training will be provided for research procedures and governance.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse or Healthcare Professional required.
• Research Training (e.g. GCP, informed consent) desirable.
• Post-graduate qualification in teaching or equivalent advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for care of research participants and health education.
• Deliver a clinical trial portfolio under supervision.
• Support recruitment into trials and data collection.
• Liaise with multidisciplinary team for study delivery.
• Assist with budget and resources awareness.

Skills

Excellent organisational skills

Ability to work autonomously

Ability to work within a team

Strong communication skills

Education

Registered Nurse or Healthcare Professional

Research Training (e.g., GCP, informed consent)

Post-graduate teaching qualification (or equivalent)

Job description

Main area Research Nurse/AHP Grade NHS AfC: Band 5 Contract Permanent Hours Part time - 30 hours per week (Mon - Fri 8 - 4 (with some flexibility depending on the needs of the service)) Job ref 388-8295071-CORP

Site Torbay Hospital Town Torquay Salary £32,073 - £39,043 per annum pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 25/11/2026 23:59

Job overview

Research Nurse/AHP

Are you looking for a healthy work life balance whilst still looking to develop your career?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Band 5 Research Nurse/AHP to join our experienced Research Team.

The Research Team are passionate about improving patient care and health outcomes through observational and interventional clinical trials.

As a Research Nurse/AHP you will deliver an exceptional patient experience to all our service users.

You will need be organised, motivated and able to prioritise their own workload. They will be responsible for data collection and, working under supervision, will be required to support the team with recruitment into trials. A key part of the role will be to liaise with all members of the multi-disciplinary team so the successful candidate must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

This is an excellent opportunity for those who wish to start a career in clinical research. Training will be provided for research specific procedures.

Responsibility for Supervision, Leadership and Management

• Have an understanding of the clinical research team objectives and contribute to their achievement.


• Manage research performance and study timelines of relevant studies.

Research

• Be responsible for the delivery of a clinical trial portfolio.

Clinical and Professional

• Be responsible for the care of research participants and use opportunities to provide health promotion and patient education.

Communication and Working Relationships

• Work as part of the multidisciplinary team and contribute to the ongoing development of the department.

Responsibility for Finance, Equipment and Other Resources

• Have an awareness of the income stream relevant to Clinical Trials and work within, local and Trust wide financial and budgetary guidelines.

Working for our organisation

The clinical research delivery team recruits participants from across the organisation into commercial and non-commercial clinical trials and research. We support research in a variety of clinical specialties and departments.

We provide clinical research expertise from setting up studies with the clinical service through to informed consent, trial treatments and interventions and study follow-up. We use a range of clinical database systems to ensure high quality clinical data collection.

The team supports the safe conduct of research in in accordance with the Research Governance Framework and Good Clinical Practice guidelines and provides assurance that the rights, safety and well-being of trial participants are protected.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Full Vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification. Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification

Person specification

Qualifications and Training

• Registered Nurse or Healthcare Professional


• Research Training (e.g. GCP, degree module, informed consent)

Knowledge and Experience

• Demonstrable computer literacy: ECDL qualification or similar ability Outlook email and calendars Microsoft Office: creating folders, editing Word documents Uploading and downloading attachment files Basic Excel spreadsheets


• Understand the significance of research and the use of validated results to improve practice


• Understanding of data collection and data entry for clinical trials


• Evidence of continued professional development


• Excellent organisational skills and able to work to tight deadlines


• Ability to work autonomously


• Ability to work within a team and complement group dynamics


• Ability to prioritise and organise own workload


• Flexible and adaptable


• Willingness to undertake any necessary training and development to enhance work performance


• Commitment to openness, honesty and integrity to undertake the role


• Willingness and ability to work across sites including the community if required


• Ability to communicate complex information to patients/carers and members of the MDT


• Venepuncture/Cannulation


• ECG competency


• Knowledge of Research Governance Framework and Good Clinical Practice Guidelines


• Post-graduate qualification in teaching or equivalent


• Experience of Clinical Trials


• Knowledge of Research Governance


• Knowledge of clinical trials and research methodologies


• Proven record of meeting targets


• Good listening and counselling skills


• Ability to concentrate for prolonged periods (e.g. data collection and trial protocol) and deal with interruptions

You will be joining the organisation at an exciting time. As the first fully integrated care organisation in England, we are working to improve the way we deliver safe, high-quality health and social care. We have a positive and vibrant working atmosphere, we are proud of our investment in our staff both in terms of developing potential career skills and valuing people.

If you provide support to a family member or friend with health or care needs, we aim to be a Carer-friendly employer. We have a ‘Staff Carers’ policy which includes flexible working where possible and a Carer’s Passport scheme that links you into support and discounts.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• Applicants who identify in their application form they are a part of the Armed Forces community will be guaranteed an interview, provided they meet the minimum essential criteria outlined in the job description and person specification for the role. Step into Health guidance can be found on our NHS Employers website.


• Correspondence will be sent via Trac, text, and email. Please ensure you check your email and Trac account regularly.


• Applicants with no previous NHS experience will ordinarily be appointed to the minimum of the band.


• If you have not received an invitation to interview within 28 days of the closing date, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.


• It is your responsibility to ensure the timely receipt of appropriate references.

The Trust is committed to preventing discrimination, valuing diversity and achieving equality of opportunity. No person (staff, patient or public) will receive less favourable treatment on the grounds of the nine protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. If you require support you can obtain this from our Equality Business Forum which has representatives from all protected groups.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.