Research Nurses

NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Liverpool is seeking a full-time Research Nurse to manage research studies, recruit patients, and ensure compliance with clinical standards. The role demands excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with participants and healthcare staff. Candidates will need a valid RGN qualification and NMC registration, as well as a commitment to supporting cutting-edge research in the community. This position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to impact patients' lives through innovative studies.

Qualifications

• Strong advocate for research and patients.
• Ability to recruit and support research participants.
• Good understanding of clinical research principles.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day running of research studies.
• Screen and recruit patients for studies.
• Collect and manage all study-related data.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Ability to work independently

Project management skills

Education

RGN

Current NMC registration

Attendance of recent short courses on research

Job description

Research Nurse

Band 6

Main area: Research Nurse

Grade: Band 6

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week

Job ref: 287-CEF-379-25-A

Department name: LUH - 1 General Staffing (AFC posts)

Site: Royal Town Liverpool

Salary: £38,682 - £46,580 per annum

Closing: 11/02/2026 23:59

Job Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for three research nurses. NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group (UHLG), formerly known as Liverpool University Hospitals, has been named as host to one of 20 research hubs across the UK. This programme is part of a £100 million investment award, bringing cutting‑edge research to communities in Liverpool City Region. As part of the NHS 10‑year health plan, the Department of Health and Social Care has announced plans to establish 20 Commercial Research Delivery Centres (CRDCs), giving patients access to pioneering clinical trials and treatments in record time. The Liverpool CRDC, funded by a government‑private investment initiative, will support the rapid set‑up of commercial studies, meaning patients can begin accessing treatments and undergoing trials as early as possible. Alongside UHLG, the centre will bring together Cheshire and Mersey organisations including primary and social care; voluntary organisations and 10 secondary care organisations from the region. Establishing the CRDC will mean even more studies and treatments will be available in areas including cancer, respiratory illness, obesity, and infectious diseases. With the introduction of the CRDCs, the government’s aim is to shift from treatment to prevention and this investment will support research into preventative vaccines and medicines, ultimately helping people live healthier lives for longer.

Main duties of the job

We have a proven track record in successfully recruiting into NIHR portfolio and commercial studies. We conduct a variety of projects, including observational and cohort studies, device and drug trials as well as mixed methods and qualitative research. The Research Nurses must be strong advocates for research and patients, able to both recruit and provide effective support to research participants. The successful candidates must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as well as an ability to work independently and flexibly. The successful applicants will need to be enthusiastic and ready to work to recruit patients in line with targets, with the ability to meet tight deadlines.

Working for our organisation

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust comprises Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital & Royal Liverpool University Hospital. We are part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group, formed on 1 Nov 2024 from the coming together of LUHFT and Liverpool Women’s NHS Foundation Trust. The Group was born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide our patients. UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues 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 for more than two million people in the North West. 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 elective surgical, diagnostic and treatment services, together with specialist patient rehabilitation. 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 bedrooms and focuses on complex planned care and specialist services.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

The research nurses will be responsible for the day‑to‑day running of research studies including screening of potential patients, recruiting patients into studies according to agreed protocols, assisting in the informed consent process and management of all the study related data. All clinical research activity must be compliant and conducted in accordance with European Union (EU) Directive, ICH/GCP International Conference on Harmonisation and Good Clinical Practice (GCP). For further information about this post and the research studies you would be working on please contact Helen Frankland, Research Matron for Surgery.

Person specification

Qualifications

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

Desirable criteria

• 1st level degree or studying towards
• Research Qualifications

Experience

• 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 criteria

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

Knowledge

• 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

Desirable criteria

• Knowledge of the Health Service, R&D, the pharmaceutical industry partnership and relevant information sciences

Skills

• 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 criteria

• 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

• 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

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Posts advertised to internal staff are open to employees of hospitals within University Hospitals of Liverpool Group and you should confirm your employment within your application form.

Note: Under current Home Office Immigration Rules we are currently unable to offer right to work visa sponsorship for Band 2 and 3 roles with a salary of less than £25,000 pa as they do not meet the UK Visas & Immigration criteria.

Only those applicants who demonstrate clearly how they meet our person specification will be shortlisted for interview.

We reserve the right to close any vacancies from further applications when we have received a minimum number of applications from which to make a shortlist. Please ensure you apply without delay if you wish to be considered for this role.

Candidates applying for the role of Healthcare Assistant on the staff bank should note that due to the nature of the role, workers must be aged 18 or above when commencing in post. Applicants are therefore welcome from those aged over 18 or within 3 months of their 18th birthday.

The Trust is committed to promoting a healthy work‑life balance and achieve fair, equitable and consistent practice. We welcome flexible working requests and will consider a variety of flexible working arrangements from day one of your employment. Not all roles are suitable for every flexible working opportunity all of the time. Flexible working options may include reduced hours, compressed hours, fixed shifts, time back in lieu and home working.

The Trust is committed to promoting equality and diversity; we value the contribution of individual talent, skills, knowledge and experience and aim for a workforce demography representative of the local community. We encourage applicants from the following groups that are currently under‑represented in our workforce black, Asian and minority ethnic, lesbian, gay, bisexual and Transgender (LGBTQ+), disabled, male and age 16‑24.

Trust policy requires that the cost of submitting & processing the successful applicant/s DBS application be recovered via salary deduction following start in post. The amount of £26.50 (standard disclosure) or £54.50 (enhanced disclosure) will be deducted from salary, in manageable monthly instalments for up to 3 months following commencement of employment. Bank posts require upfront payment.

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This organisation has a zero‑tolerance approach to the abuse of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All staff must ensure they adhere to the organisations safeguarding children and adults' policy and comply with the Local Safeguarding Children and Adult Board procedures.

Staff should be mindful of their responsibility to safeguard children and adults in any activity performed on behalf of the organisation in line with the requirements of statutory guidance and legislation.

All employees (and volunteers) are expected to maintain their safeguarding knowledge and skills by completing mandatory safeguarding training which includes understanding and recognising the signs of abuse and neglect and taking appropriate action.

As an organisation, we have adopted the Merseyside Domestic abuse workplace scheme which supports our staff who are experiencing Domestic Abuse /any forms of sexual violence.

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Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Application numbers

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