Research Nurse - Band 5 - 12 months FTC

NHS; Bradford; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Bradford is seeking a full-time research nurse to coordinate clinical research trials. The ideal candidate should have phlebotomy skills and be a registered nurse. Responsibilities include data collection, patient education, and teamwork. Competitive salary offered between £31,049 and £37,796 annually. A great opportunity to advance within a renowned teaching hospital.

Benefits

Staff gymnasiums

Excellent pension scheme

Childcare advice

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse must be Level 1.
• Must possess recent nursing experience.
• GCP training is required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate clinical research trial portfolios.
• Collect and document accurate data.
• Educate patients and healthcare workers about trial protocols.

Skills

Phlebotomy skills

IT skills including Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel

Excellent organization skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to communicate with a range of participants

Education

Registered Nurse - Level 1

Diploma/Degree in Nursing

Job description

Job summary

Closing Date: 23.11.25

Shortlisting to take place after closing date: commencing 24.11.25

Interview expected to take place in the week following shortlisting: commencing 01.12.25

FIXED TERM 1 YEAR

Brief Description of the Role:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full time research nurse in the Patient Recruitment Centre, BRI.. This is an exciting post within Bradford Teaching Hospitals and a great opportunity for expanding knowledge and experience of respiratory clinical research.

The post holder will work within the PRC and be responsible for the co-ordination and support of clinical research trial portfolios as required. The post holder must have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal and good organisational skills. Must be willing to travel between sites if necessary.

The post involves working closely with multidisciplinary teams and will involve the collection and documentation of accurate data. The post holder will take part in all aspects of clinical trials, including phlebotomy, ECGs, observationsand history taking, assessing and managing the care pathways of patients and carers, educating and supporting them and acting as their advocate at all times.

The post also involves Educating patients and training relevant health care workers regarding trial protocols.

Main duties of the job

Summary of most important Experience/Skills/Qualifications required:

Will need to undertake GCP training. Communication skills, excellent record keeping.

Informal Enquiries to: Karen Regan Mobile: [phone]

Office: 01274 383383 (no answer machine)

Email: [e-mail]

We can offer staff gymnasiums on both hospital sites, excellent pension scheme and advice on childcare.

About us

At Bradford Teaching Hospitals we're passionate about providing outstanding care for the people of the Bradford district and communities across the North of England. We're keen to meet people interested in sharing our passion and helping us continue to deliver the highest quality of care to our patients.

We're a renowned teaching hospital trust at the forefront of research, education and development, with a state-of-the-art simulation and skills training centre on site.

In short, we can help you lift your career to the next level. We've received huge investment to improve patient care which means we have truly world-class facilities including a brand new neonatal suite, state-of-the‑art intensive care unit, a newly refurbished A&E department, new children's unit and a welcoming, modern atrium and reception area for staff and visitors.

Job details

Date posted: 07 November 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 5

Salary: £31,049 to £37,796 a year per annum

Contract: Fixed term

Duration: 12 months

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 389-25-7569365

Job location

BTHFT

BRADFORD

BD9 6RJ

Job description and responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information about the role.

Person Specification

Experience Essential

• Demonstrable, recent nursing experience either as student or qualified nurse

Experience Desirable

• Some experience of audit/project management

Skills Essential

• Phlebotomy skills
• IT skills including - Microsoft word, outlook, excel and internet explorer
• Excellent organisation skills - including time management, staff and resource management
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to communicate with range of participants

Knowledge Desirable

• Understanding of research processes

Qualifications Essential

• Registered Nurse - Level 1
• Diploma/Degree in Nursing or equivalent experience

Qualifications Desirable

• Teaching/Mentoring certificate/skills
• Good clinical practice (GCP) trained

Other Essential

• Responsible for own post basic education to meet requirements of NMC Revalidation and NIHR CRN
• Ability to work in various locations throughout the Trust, as required, and be able to carry out the physical elements of the post e.g. prolonged computer work and phlebotomy.

Other Desirable

• Current driving licence and access to a vehicle to carry out home visits as necessary

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.

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Employer address

BTHFT

BRADFORD

BD9 6RJ

Employer's website

https://www.bradfordhospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)