Research Nurse Band 6 / Band 5/6 Development Nurse

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A major UK healthcare institution seeks an experienced Band 6 Research Nurse to manage clinical research studies. Candidates should possess strong clinical research experience, including knowledge of GCP guidelines. The role includes opportunities for development and training for Band 5 applicants. An excellent work environment with a range of benefits including flexible working arrangements is offered.

Benefits

Development opportunities

Reduced cost bus travel

Subsidised parking

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Experience in clinical research including GCP and NIHR.
• Knowledge and skills in phlebotomy and laboratory procedures.
• Ability to work independently and manage a caseload.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of clinical research studies.
• Ensure studies are conducted following GCP Guidelines.
• Assist in setup and delivery of NIHR Portfolio research.

Skills

Clinical research experience

Phlebotomy skills

ECG skills

Ability to manage a caseload

Education

Minimum of 9 months in a relevant clinical research role

Job description

Vacancy at Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

Band 6 Research Nurse or Band 5/6 Development Research Nurse

We are looking to appoint an experienced and efficient nurse to work as a Band 6 research nurse within the RDN adult research delivery team to manage a portfolio of clinical research studies, ensuring that studies are run to the highest standards incorporating GCP Guidelines. This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate to develop and broaden their skills.

We are also opening up this opportunity to consider Band 5 applications for a progression post, with support and training to meet Band 6 competencies / person specification and workload. This would suit a Band 5 nurse who has an interest in Research.

We will provide in-house training. As you build your knowledge and confidence you will be expected to work independently and manage your own caseload in conjunction with the team of research staff.

You will be appointed into a Band 5 trainee role until you have completed the relevant training and passed the competencies required for the role. This will include a minimum of 9 months in a relevant clinical research role. At this point you will progress to Band 6.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of clinical research studies.
• Ensure studies are run to the highest standards incorporating GCP Guidelines.
• Assist in the setup and delivery of NIHR Portfolio research across the CUH Campus.
• Help identify patients eligible for clinical trials, provide information and support for patients entering clinical trials.
• Recruit patients to clinical trials using trial eligibility criteria.
• Co‑ordinate trial patient treatment, assessment, follow‑up and data collection according to specific clinical trial protocols.
• Demonstrate extended skills such as phlebotomy, ECG and laboratory skills to perform research duties in line with study protocols.
• Provide specialist nursing care and data collection according to study protocols in accordance with ICH Good Clinical Practice, EU Clinical Trials legislation and the NHS research governance framework.
• Provide specialist advice and support to, and liaise with other staff.

Qualifications and Experience

Experience in clinical research (e.g., GCP, NIHR, clinical trials) and clinical nursing. Knowledge and skills in phlebotomy, ECG and laboratory procedures. Ability to work independently and manage a caseload. For Band 5 applicants, a minimum of 9 months in a relevant clinical research role is required.

Why choose Cambridge University Hospitals?

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the country. It comprises Addenbrooke’s Hospital and the Rosie Hospital. We provide accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge and regional and national specialist services.

Benefits and Working Conditions

• Development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries.
• Reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site.
• Free park and ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites, as well as the route to and from Cambridge train station.
• Subsidised parking cost on site for eligible staff.
• 24/7 hot food available at a reduced cost for colleagues.
• Staff pod break spaces and a colleague-only café in the Deakin Centre.
• Flexible arrangements including part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times.

Application Information

Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.

Internal applicants on permanent contracts can apply for this post as a secondment, provided they have the approval of their line manager. Internal applicants on a fixed term contract may apply as a fixed term position.

For NHS Cambridgeshire and Peterborough based roles, all applicants from NHS Cambridgeshire and Peterborough who are at risk of redundancy will be prioritised over those not at risk. Interview placement cannot be guaranteed.

We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.

Important Dates

This vacancy will close at midnight on 2 December 2025.

Interviews are due to be held on 16 December 2025.