Research Nurse - Band 5 (Bank Staff)

Lstmed; Liverpool; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading research facility in Liverpool is seeking a dedicated Research Nurse to join their dynamic team. The role involves providing clinical care to participants in a state-of-the-art Human Challenge Facility, contributing to groundbreaking research in vaccine and treatment development. Ideal candidates are registered nurses with strong communication skills and a passion for improving global health. This is a unique opportunity to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment focused on innovative research.

Benefits

Unsocial hours enhancements: 30% increase to £24.26 per hour

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with valid NMC registration.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) or Immediate Life Support (ILS) trained.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical care to study participants during their stay.
• Collect samples and enter data using electronic Case Report Forms.
• Ensure compliant clinical study operations in line with GCP.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Teamwork

Education

Registered Nurse

Job description

Research Nurse - Band 5 (Bank Staff)

Reference: APR20257432

Expiry date: 22:59, Sun, 8th Jun 2025

Location: Liverpool

Benefits: Unsocial hours enhancements: 30% increase to £24.26 per hour (Weekend days and nights)

Research Nurse - Human Challenge Facility (Bank Staff)

Clinical Sciences

AFC Band 5: £18.66 per hour (subject to NHS cost of living)

Unsocial hours enhancements: 30% increase to £24.26 per hour (Weekend days and nights)

Temporary - Contingency worker contract

Based in Liverpool

An Exciting Opportunity to Join Our Dynamic Research Team!

Liverpool Vaccine Group (LVG) is seeking a passionate and dedicated Research Nurse to join our agile delivery team at the state-of-the-art 12-bedded Human Challenge Facility (HCF) in Liverpool. This facility will serve as a hub for experimental medicine research, focusing on human challenge models to test vaccine and drug safety and efficacy. The HCF will be pivotal in developing new treatments and vaccines, supporting LSTM’s global impact on infection treatment and control.

The Role:

As a Research Nurse, you will provide clinical care in the HCF, delivering care to participants according to study protocols while maintaining high standards of clinical care and adhering to Good Clinical Practice (GCP). Your responsibilities include:

• Providing clinical care to study participants during their stay in the HCF
• Collecting samples and entering data using electronic Case Report Forms (eCRFs)
• Ensuring smooth and compliant clinical study operations in line with GCP guidelines
• Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of clinicians and scientists to develop better vaccines and treatments

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to innovative research and help develop life-saving vaccines and treatments in a collaborative environment.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Registered Nurse with a valid NMC registration
• Basic Life Support (BLS) or Immediate Life Support (ILS) trained
• Experience in clinical research or trials (desirable but not essential)
• Knowledge of GCP
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team
• Passion for improving global health through research
• Availability to work out of hours, including nights, weekends, and Bank Holidays

For full criteria, please refer to the job description and person specification.

Work will be based at the Liverpool Life Science Accelerator Building, part of the Knowledge Quarter, in a state-of-the-art 12-bed inpatient facility focused on advancing vaccine testing pathways.

This post is a contingent contract, with hours including social hours, evenings, and weekends.

Application Process: To apply, follow the link and upload your CV.

Successful applicants will be invited for an interview, followed by HR checks, DBS, references, and a training and induction day in June/July.

Early application is advised due to possible early vacancy closure. Previous applicants need not reapply.

Inclusion is central to our values at LSTM

We aim to attract diverse candidates reflecting our communities, regardless of background or identity. Recruitment is based on skills, qualifications, and experience.

About LSTM:

Founded in 1898, LSTM is the world’s oldest tropical medicine institute, renowned for research and teaching. We collaborate globally to improve health, especially in less developed regions. View our annual report to see recent achievements.

LSTM actively promotes Equal Opportunities and Safeguarding Policies