Research Nurse - Sexual Health & Hiv

Liverpool University Hospitals Nhs Foundation Trust; West Kirby; Presencial; GBP 32.000 - 42.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an experienced Band 6 Research Nurse to join the Axess Sexual Health Research Team. The role focuses on coordinating trials across Genitourinary Medicine and HIV services, including venepuncture and data handling.

The successful candidate will deliver a portfolio of studies, ensure regulatory compliance and contribute to service development within NHS settings across regional sites.

Formación

• RN with current NMC registration and a degree-level qualification or equivalent experience.
• GCP certification and NHS clinical research experience are essential.

Responsabilidades

• Coordinate and deliver a portfolio of clinical research studies from setup to closure.
• Obtain informed consent and conduct participant visits in line with study protocols.
• Collect, manage and document data including eCRFs; ensure regulatory compliance.

Conocimientos

Clinical research

Venepuncture

ICH-GCP

Data management

Communication

Independent worker

Educación

RN with NMC registration

Degree-level qualification

Herramientas

MS Office

EDC/EDC systems

Descripción del empleo

Job summary

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced full-time band 6 Research Nurse to join the Research Team in Axess Sexual Health. The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic Research Nurse with clinical research experience. They will be primarily based within the Liverpool Axess sexual health service although travel across our regional sites may be required. We are seeking to appoint someone who is highly motivated, caring and patient centred to co-ordinate and deliver trials across both the Genitourinary Medicine and HIV services.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering a portfolio of research studies, coordinating activities from set-up through to closure. Responsibilities include participant visits, informed consent, research data collection and management, completion of eCRFs, and ensuring studies are delivered in line with protocols, regulatory requirements and ICH-GCP. The post holder will work independently to achieve recruitment, follow-up and data completion targets.

Working with investigators, clinical teams, academic collaborators and sponsors, they will support research delivery through trial visits, venepuncture and processing of clinical samples, ECGs, specimen collection and shipment, monitoring visits, and study documentation.

The service delivers commercial and non-commercial studies, including CTIMPs and non-CTIMPs, across HIV, sexually transmitted infections, contraception, genital dermatology, women's health and public health.

A strong commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion is essential to ensure recruitment reflects local demographics and improves access for underrepresented groups. The successful candidate will support patients who may experience stigma related to protected characteristics or health conditions, identify and resolve study delivery issues, work with sponsors and monitors, support study targets including time-to-target, and contribute to service development and junior staff support.

About us

NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group (UHL Group) was formed on 1 November 2024, born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide our communities.

We are one of the largest employers in region, with over 18,900 colleagues who are dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond.

For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, we are their local NHS. We provide general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services that extend to more than two million people in the North West.

We operate from five hospital sites:

• Aintree University Hospital is the single receiving site for adult major trauma patients in Cheshire and Merseyside, and hosts a number of regional services including an award-winning stroke facility.
• Broadgreen Hospital is home to several elective surgical, diagnostic and treatment services, together with specialist patient rehabilitation.
• Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital provide specialist services in cardiothoracic surgery, cardiology and respiratory medicine, both in the hospital and out in the community.
• Liverpool Women's Hospital specialises in the health of women and babies, delivering over 7,200 babies in the UK's largest single site maternity hospital each year.
• The Royal Liverpool University Hospital is the largest hospital in the country to provide inpatients with 100% single en-suite bedrooms and mainly focuses on complex planned care and specialist services.

Job responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver a portfolio of clinical research studies from study set-up through to study closure and archiving.
• Arrange, conduct and manage participant research visits in accordance with study protocols.
• Obtain informed consent from research participants and ensure ethical and regulatory compliance.
• Collect, record and manage research data, including completion of electronic Case Report Forms (eCRFs).
• Deliver research studies in line with study protocols, regulatory requirements and ICH-GCP guidelines.
• Work independently to achieve recruitment, participant follow-up and data completion targets within agreed timelines.
• Collaborate with investigators, clinical teams, academic partners, sponsors and other stakeholders to support high-quality research delivery.
• Undertake participant trial procedures, including venepuncture, clinical sample collection and processing, and ECG recording.
• Coordinate specimen collection, handling, shipment and tracking in accordance with study requirements.
• Arrange, facilitate and support sponsor monitoring visits and study audits.
• Maintain accurate, complete and up-to-date study documentation, site files and regulatory records.
• Support the delivery of both commercial and non-commercial research studies, including CTIMPs and non-CTIMPs.
• Contribute to research studies across a range of specialities including HIV, sexually transmitted infections, contraception, genital dermatology, women's health and public health.
• Promote equality, diversity and inclusion in research by supporting representative participant recruitment and improving access for underrepresented groups.
• Work sensitively and compassionately with patients, recognising the stigma and barriers experienced by some participant groups.
• Identify, elevate and resolve issues affecting study delivery, participant recruitment and retention.
• Liaise with sponsors and monitors to address study findings and ensure timely resolution of actions.
• Contribute to achieving study performance metrics, including recruitment targets and time-to-target objectives.
• Support, guide and share knowledge with junior colleagues and less experienced research staff.
• Contribute to the ongoing development and improvement of the research service.
• Work across Axess Regional Clinic sites where necessary

Education/ Qualifications/ Training

Essential criteria

• Registered Nurse with current NMC Registration
• Degree-level qualification or equivalent experience.
• Current Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certification
• Recent NHS Clinical Research Experience

Experience/Skills

Essential

• Experience of delivering clinical research studies or trials within the NHS.
• Experience of maintaining accurate research documentation and source data.
• Competence in venepuncture, ECGs and clinical sample processing.
• Excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a varied workload across multiple studies.
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office and electronic data management systems.

Desirable

• Experience of recruiting participants from underserved or underrepresented communities.
• Experience within sexual health, HIV, infectious diseases or another relevant specialty.

Knowledge

Essential criteria

• Knowledge of ICH-GCP guidelines and Research Governance requirements.
• Understanding of clinical trial processes and research delivery pathways.
• Knowledge of informed consent procedures and participant safety requirements.
• Understanding of data protection, confidentiality and record-keeping standards.
• Understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion principles in research.
• Understanding of the importance of representative recruitment and equitable access to research opportunities.

Qualifications

Essential

• RGN
• Current NMC registration
• Attendance of recent short courses and/or study days on research

Desirable

• 1st level degree or studying towards
• Research Qualifications

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience of patient education and counselling, e.g. providing lifestyle advice
• Clinical experience/qualification in venepuncture, IV cannulation
• Supervision of student nurses
• Previous experience of co-ordinating clinical research studies
• Experience of liaison with staff at all levels in Healthcare

Desirable

• Previous experience within the research speciality
• Appraisal and interviewing skills

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of the principles and practice of clinical research and/or clinical trials
• Understanding of the role & responsibilities of a Clinical Research Nurse
• Knowledge of ethical and quality standards applicable to clinical trials, including EU Directive on ICH GCP requirements
• Knowledge of the Health Service, R&D, the pharmaceutical industry partnership and relevant information sciences

Skills

Essential

• Ability to use a personal computer, (computer literacy and proficiency in MS Office / EDCL)
• Skills in administration and project management
• Good communication, presentational, training and interpersonal skills
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and cope in a highly demanding environment
• Ability to work independently and prioritise / own workload and to communicate effectively with all members of the multi-disciplinary team
• Excellent and effective verbal and written communication skills

Desirable

• Skills in handling and management of computerised data
• Skills required to evaluate and assist in developing new protocols
• Skills in the analysis and interpretation of data

Other

Essential

• Possession of tact and sensitivity to the needs of both patients and colleagues, including a commitment to confidentiality
• Meticulous attention to detail and a high standard of accuracy
• Flexible approach to working hours

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Sexual Health and HIV Senior Research Nurse, Rachel Robinson, [e-mail], 01517062634

Closing date: 04 November 2026

Reference number: 287-DISCO-28-26

Working pattern: Full-time

Contract: Permanent

Pay scheme: Agenda for change, Band 6