Research Nurse East of England Regional Research Delivery Network

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Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the Cambridge area is seeking an experienced Research Nurse to join its team. This role involves managing a diverse portfolio of research studies, recruiting participants, and coordinating assessments per clinical trial protocols. Ideal candidates will have a Registered Nurse qualification and strong organisational and communication skills. Opportunities for career development and a vibrant work environment await you.

Benefits

On-site leisure facilities

Flexible working arrangements

Free Park and Ride services

Reduced-cost bus travel

Qualifications

• Experience in managing research studies and recruiting participants.
• Knowledge of ICH Good Clinical Practice guidelines.
• Ability to work in various out-of-hospital settings.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of research studies.
• Recruit participants and obtain informed consent.
• Coordinate study assessments and data collection.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Clinical trial coordination

Education

Registered Nurse qualification

Job description

A Vacancy at Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

We are looking for an experienced Research Nurse to join the East of England Regional Research Delivery Network (RRDN) team based in the Cambridge area to cover a period of extended leave.

You will work in Primary Care and in other out-of-hospital settings as required to support and champion research across the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough region.

You will be managing a wide-ranging portfolio of research studies, recruiting participants, receiving informed consent, conducting study procedures, and collecting baseline and follow-up data in accordance with ICH GCP guidelines. You will work from the office and/or home with regular travel across the Cambridge and Peterborough area and throughout the East of England region as required.

You must be an experienced Registered Nurse with excellent organisational and communication skills.

Supporting and promoting involvement in commercial and non-commercial research studies on the NIHR portfolio taking place in Primary Care and out-of-hospital settings for the East of England Regional Research Delivery Network (RRDN).

Key responsibilities include identification of eligible persons, provision of information, informed consent, and ongoing support for participants. Coordination and carrying out study assessments, treatment, follow-up, and data collection according to specific clinical trial protocols, ICH Good Clinical Practice, and other relevant legislation.

You will be a member of the RRDN team based in the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough area. They will work collaboratively with the team and Primary Care and out-of-hospital setting teams across a range of sites throughout Cambridgeshire. This post requires the ability for regular independent travel within the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough area and outside the region as required.

Come Nurse with us…

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the country, comprising Addenbrooke’s Hospital and the Rosie Hospital. We provide accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, as well as regional and national specialist services. It’s a great place to nurse, work, and live.

You will work on a vibrant hospital campus with a friendly community feel; we have excellent facilities to support your skills and career development. Our values of Together – Safe, Kind, Excellent support the delivery of outstanding care. We have a fully electronic patient record system that is improving healthcare quality, transforming services, and enhancing patient safety and clinical outcomes.

Why choose Cambridge University Hospitals?

• Our values and reputation for outstanding care
• Opportunities to experience a range of specialties
• Career and development opportunities
• Preceptorship and mentoring programs delivered by a dedicated clinical education support team
• Research experience and opportunities
• Lovely location and quality of life
• Excellent schools/colleges and transport links (road, rail, and air)

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

Note: Internal applicants on permanent contracts can only apply for this post as a secondment with approval from their current line manager. Fixed-term contract applicants can also apply. Due to Home Office immigration rules, a full-time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a Student visa unless specific criteria are met.

This vacancy will close at midnight on 10 August 2025. Interviews are scheduled for 27 August 2025.

Benefits include on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse, day nurseries, reduced-cost bus travel, free Park and Ride services, subsidized parking, 24/7 hot food, staff pod break spaces, and flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.

We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.

This advert closes on Sunday, 10 August 2025.