Senior Research Nurse

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare organization is seeking a Senior Research Nurse to join its Infectious Diseases and Pharmacology Research Teams. The role requires leadership in the management of clinical trials, ensuring high-quality study delivery and compliance with Good Clinical Practice. Candidates should have substantial Band 7 experience and a thorough understanding of clinical research processes. This position offers the opportunity to work within a supportive multidisciplinary team in Liverpool, England.

Qualifications

• Significant experience as a Band 7 Research Nurse with leadership capabilities.
• Proven ability to manage clinical trials effectively.
• Adept at liaising with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Drive high-quality study delivery to meet recruitment and performance targets.
• Provide leadership and coordinate study activities with compliance.
• Ensure high-standard patient care and accurate data documentation.

Skills

Band 7 Research Nurse experience

Leadership skills

Project management

Problem-solving skills

Knowledge of clinical research processes

Job description

Senior Research Nurse | Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Employer: Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Location: Liverpool, L7 8XP

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Full time

Disability Confident: No

Closing Date: 30/01/2026

About this job

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced, dynamic and highly motivated Senior Research Nurse to join the Infectious Diseases and Pharmacology Research Teams at Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

As a Band 7 Research Nurse you will work as part of an established supportive multidisciplinary research team delivering a broad portfolio of studies across our specialty, including NIHR portfolio and commercial trials.

Responsibilities

Drive high‑quality study delivery and ensure recruitment and performance targets are consistently met.

Provide visible leadership to research nurse, practitioner and support staff; coordinate study activity and ensure compliance with Good Clinical Practice, Trust policies and regulatory standards.

Advocate for research and participants, recruit and support research participants and the wider research team.

Maintain high‑standard patient care in line with Trust and R&D policies and protocols, oversee accurate and timely data collection and uphold robust documentation standards.

Qualifications

Band 7 Research Nurse experience with proven leadership skills, line‑management experience and substantial expertise in conduct of clinical trials.

Strong project management, problem‑solving skills and autonomous working ability.

Good knowledge of clinical research processes, regulatory frameworks, feasibility assessments and site set‑up; liaise confidently with sponsor organisations and multidisciplinary teams.