Senior Research Nurse

NHS Jobs; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension

Flexible working

Staff wellbeing

Job summary

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust seeks a flexible, highly motivated leader to deliver clinical research across aging and Parkinson's studies. You will model team planning, supervise HR duties, and ensure studies meet metrics in feasibility, setup, and recruitment.

You will be responsible for data management, IT skills, and driving the research pipeline with a focus on high-quality patient care and study delivery.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in clinical research delivery.
• Strong research skills and ability to manage complex study pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Lead research delivery across aging and Parkinson's studies.
• Oversee feasibility, setup, costing, recruitment and retention against study metrics.
• Provide team planning and HR support to the research team.

Skills

Leadership

Research skills

Team planning

HR knowledge

Tools

Data management

IT skills

Job description

More detail about the role The successful applicant will need to demonstrate the ability to problem‑solve in order to meet the challenges and needs of participants, their carers and families, clinicians and study sponsors, whilst delivering the requirements of research protocols. About you The team is looking for someone with a flexible and highly motivated attitude with proven research skills. Experience of working in medicine would be an advantage but proven clinical experience caring for patients with chronic conditions and understanding the care required for the deteriorating patient is essential. This role requires competence in venous access and intravenous and subcutaneous drug administration as well as the ability to learn and demonstrate technical skills, that are required routinely for aging and Parkinsons studies e.g. frailty assessments and rater skills. You must have proven IT skills and be competent in data management. You will need to demonstrate an understanding of and have experience in research study management, including pipeline, expressions of interest, feasibility, setup, costing, recruitment & retention and strategies for meeting study metrics. In this leadership role you will be required to act as a role model, provide team planning and understand HR roles and responsibilities. We have a comprehensive induction package for all new starters joining Research & Development. We are committed to supporting your Professional development and there is the potential to apply for the Postgraduate Studies in Leading Clinical Research Delivery. You will also be supported by a management team who are accessible and will support your development. We are proactive in the care and wellbeing of our staff with use of Buddys and regular staff mixer mornings and events.

Working Pattern: 37.5 hours a week, 1.0 wte, Monday to Friday with the flexibility to work from home

Interview Date: 15th December 2026

For further information please contact: Stephanie Estcourt, Team Lead on [e-mail]

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

Benefits

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there. Looking after you is important to us. We strive to help our staff create a healthy work‑life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies. If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays. You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups. Salary is not the only financial benefit You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including: National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts. Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter Car lease schemes. The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK). Cycle to work scheme These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.