Research Nurse | University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

University Hospitals of Leicester; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust in the UK is seeking a motivated part-time Research Nurse to join their Children’s Research Team. This role focuses on clinical trials involving children and offers an opportunity to enhance patient care through research. Candidates should have a nursing qualification and be enthusiastic about children's healthcare. The position requires strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple projects in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Children’s Nurse or have extensive paediatric experience.
• Computer literate with the ability to manage multiple projects.
• Dedication and enthusiasm towards children's research is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of clinical trials.
• Recruit children and parents for participation.
• Coordinate study logistics and visits.
• Perform study procedures and administer treatments.
• Manage study data effectively.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Research experience

Organizational skills

Attention to quality and detail

Ability to work independently

Education

Registered Children’s Nurse (or dual qualified Adult and Children’s Nurse)

Job description

Overview

Would you like to be part of a dynamic and motivated team delivering clinical trials to find better ways to care for and treat children and young people? Would you like to work in our purpose designed children’s research facility ‘Research Space’? We have an exciting opportunity for a Research Nurse to join the Children’s Research Team. We are part of the UHL Research & Innovation Corporate Directorate. Our role is to facilitate and support the conduct of children’s research across a wide range of specialities within the Children’s Hospital at UHL.

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Registered Children’s Nurse (or a dual qualified Adult and Children’s Nurse; or an Adult Nurse with extensive paediatric experience) with research experience. Ideally you will be computer literate; have excellent communication skills; demonstrate meticulous attention to quality and detail; be extremely organised and able to manage multiple projects; and have the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

We ask that you bring your dedication and enthusiasm to the post, and you will benefit from the support of an experienced multi-professional team committed to research. We offer research development and clinical skills training as an integral part of the post.

Strategy and values

Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

• high-quality care for all
• being a great place to work
• partnerships for impact
• research and education excellence

We will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:

• we are compassionate
• we are proud
• we are inclusive
• we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

About the organisation

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

The post holder will be based at Leicester Royal Infirmary, but travel across UHL may be required. This is a part time (30.0 hours) post for 12 months to cover maternity leave. Secondments can be accepted with the manager’s confirmation.

Responsibilities

As a Research Nurse you will be responsible for all aspects of the research process including:

• project management of a portfolio of clinical trials
• screening and recruiting children and parents
• helping to obtain informed consent
• coordinating logistics and planning study visits
• performing study procedures
• administering study treatment
• managing study data

The post holder will work closely with clinical colleagues to ensure that the children's care is enhanced by taking part in research and that they remain supported throughout.

This advert closes on Wednesday 8 Oct 2025