Job summary
- Main area
- Research
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 5
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week
- Job ref
- 349-RES-7857842*
- Employer
- Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- The Brew House
- Town
- Warrington
- Salary
- £32,073 - £39,043 per annum, pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 16/04/2026 23:59
Employer heading
Research Nurse
NHS AfC: Band 5
Job overview
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Registered Nurse to join the Research Delivery Network Northwest's Agile Research Delivery Team (ARDT) supporting the delivery of high-quality health and care research across Greater Manchester and the wider North West region.
The Agile Research Delivery Team works flexibly across multiple health and care settings to support the delivery of National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) portfolio studies, helping ensure patients and the public have access to cutting-edge research opportunities. These settings will include Hospitals, Primary care sites (including GPs and Dentists), Community settings (like Schools) domiciliary care partners, and residential settings (like Care Homes and Prisons).
In this role, you will support research studies in various clinical specialities and environments. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams, research staff, and partner organisations. The role involves identifying and recruiting participants, supporting the consent process, assisting with study procedures, and ensuring accurate data collection.
This is an excellent opportunity for a nurse interested in clinical research, providing experience with various studies while contributing to research that improves patient outcomes and healthcare services.
The role requires flexibility, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work across different organisations and settings.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work as part of the Agile Research Delivery Team to support the delivery of NIHR portfolio studies across Greater Manchester and the North West.
Key responsibilities include:
- Supporting the delivery of clinical research studies in accordance with study protocols, regulatory requirements and Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
- Identifying and recruiting suitable patients and participants into research studies.
- Supporting the informed consent process in line with ethical and regulatory standards.
- Assisting with research-related procedures including data collection, sample collection and participant follow-up.
- Maintaining accurate research documentation and study records.
- Working collaboratively with research teams, clinical staff and partner organisations to support effective study delivery.
- Supporting participant safety, dignity and confidentiality throughout the research process.
- Contributing to screening, recruitment and retention of study participants.
- Escalating issues or risks relating to study delivery to senior research staff when required.
- Supporting the coordination and organisation of research activities across multiple sites.
Working for our organisation
| Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement. Whether you’re beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients. You’ll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives. At MFT, you’ll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions. Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We’ll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time. |
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
| To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading. Explore ‘Inside MFT – Your Candidate Place’ To help you feel confident, prepared and fully informed before you apply, we invite you to explore Inside MFT – Your Candidate Place. This welcoming one stop hub gives you a real sense of who we are — what we stand for, how we reward and support you, and the many ways we care for you as you care for others. You’ll also find practical hints and tips for submitting a great application, along with the essential information you need to know before you apply. To access ‘Inside MFT – Your Candidate Place, simply click on the relevant PDF document under the ‘Supporting Documents’ section and once opened, you can where either scan QR code or click on the link provided. Closing vacancy listings early We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged. Diversity Matters MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, we’re proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOU—for our patients, our communities, and each other. As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application—especially personal statements and responses to role-specific questions—is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone. Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application. |
Person specification
Education and Qualification
Essential criteria
- Educated to degree level in science or health related discipline or in another field with experience of delivering clinical research trials, or recent experience of working in a clinical setting or equivalent experience/training.
- Registered Nurse, on relevant part of the professional register (NMC)
- Evidence of ongoing professional development.
Knowledge and Experience
Essential criteria
- Knowledge of the governance and legislative framework for conducting clinical research studies, including ICH Good Clinical Practice.
- Knowledge of the clinical trial and health and care research lifecycle including experience of the set up and delivery of research studies in a health and care setting.
- Knowledge of the clinical trial and health and care research lifecycle including experience of the set up and delivery of research studies in a health and care setting.
- Knowledge and experience of data interpretation, verification and reporting to local and national centres.
Skills and Abilities
Essential criteria
- Good IT skills, particularly in the use of Web applications, MS Office and/or Google Hub applications.
- Good planning and organisational skills.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work autonomously
- Ability to plan and coordinate multidisciplinary activities associated with the management of research study(ies)
- Understanding of personal accountability.
- Ability to travel for work
Desirable criteria
- Current driving licence
Value and Personal Qualities
Essential criteria
- Team player
- Adaptable/flexible approach to work
- Integrity
- Organised with good attention to detail
- Ability to work calmly, effectively and independently under pressure
- Desire to maintain competence level through continuous learning
Employer certification / accreditation badges
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.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Nathalie Nicholas
- Job title
- Clinical Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 07387532657
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