Research Scientist jobs in United Kingdom

Are you ready to make a difference in clinical research? Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a dedicated and motivated Band 4 Associate Research Practitioner to join our Research and Innovation department. This is an exciting opportunity for both internal and external candidates to be part of a forward-thinking team delivering a diverse portfolio of clinical research studies.

• Collaborate with Principal Investigators, Lead Research Nurses, and multi-disciplinary teams to develop and deliver a high-quality clinical trials service
• Support the informed consent process, ensuring patients understand their participation and rights
• Maintain meticulous data collection and compliance with Good Clinical Practice (ICH GCP) guidelines
• Provide cover for colleagues and assist in audit activities as needed
• Act as a professional role model, promoting best practice within research activities
• This role is primarily based at Frimley Park Hospital with some cross-site working required
• Be part of a supportive, energetic team of research nurses and practitioners
• Gain invaluable experience across a broad range of clinical research studies
• Contribute to pioneering health improvement initiatives
• Work within a nationally recognised NHS Trust committed to research excellence

• Reliable, flexible, and professional with a positive, enthusiastic attitude
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy
• A passion for research and improving patient outcomes
• Ability and willingness to travel between sites

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust (FHFT) has an outstanding reputation and a proud record of achievement. We serve approximately 900,000 people across Berkshire, Hampshire, Surrey and south Buckinghamshire. We are investing in services and facilities, including a £10 million upgrade to the hospital maternity unit, a £49m Emergency Assessment Centre on our Wexham Park site, and a £100m new hospital at Heatherwood. Our quality improvement and digital programmes support our aim of providing the highest quality healthcare. Our EPR – Epic – went live in June.

Our three core values guide everything we do and set out what we expect of our staff in the way they treat patients, visitors, service users and each other. If you have a passion for clinical excellence, patient care and your own career development, you’ll feel at home at Frimley Health.

Apply now and join us in shaping the future of healthcare through research at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust. For further details, including the full job description and person specification, please note this vacancy does not offer sponsorship. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if sufficient applications are received. This advert closes on Thursday 25 Sep 2025.