Clinical Research Nurse

Main area Division NIHR R & D Operational Grade Band 5 Contract 2 years (Fixed-Term 2 Years) HoursFull timePart timeFlexible working37.5 hours per week (Full Time or Part Time / Flexible Working hours may be considered (Shift patterns may changed according to service needs i.e. Early, Longday, Late, Nights, Extended shift until late evening, Weekends, BH)) Job ref 180-RD-258019-RE Employer Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Addenbrookes Hospital - Division NIHR R & D Town Cambridge Salary £31,049 - £37,796 p.a pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 10/12/2025 23:59 Clinical Research Nurse Band 5 Job overview Do you have excellent clinical and interpersonal skills? The Cambridge Clinical Research Centre are looking for an experienced and motivated Registered Nurse with a strong interest or background in research to join the team. Do you want to support clinical studies that could shape the future of medical treatment? Would you like to develop your leadership skills whilst coordinating clinical research across a variety of specialties including: Neurosciences, Oncology, Haematology, Metabolic, Paediatric and Maternal Health. The post holder is responsible for the provision of high quality, patient focused clinical research for the CCRC. Developing and implementing specialist nursing care and data collection according to study protocols in accordance with ICH Good Clinical Practice, EU Clinical Trials legislation and the NHS research governance framework. Will support the Junior Research Nurse in the co-ordination of research studies within the CCRC on a day-to-day basis and provide specialist research skills and clinical care for participants. To assist the Senior Nurse in the overall management of theunit. To act as Associate Study Link Co-ordinator/Study Link Co-ordinator ensuring the safeand efficient running of research studies within the facilityand maintaining a safe and high standard of participant care. This post involves shift patterns, including internalrotation onto night duty to ensure 24-hour cover if required (includingbank holidays and weekends). Working for our organisation Come Nurse with us… Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the country. It comprises Addenbrooke’s Hospital and the Rosie Hospital. We provide accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge and regional and national specialist services. It’s a great place to nurse, work and live. You will work on a vibrant hospital campus with a friendly community feel; we have excellent facilities to practise your skills and abilities to support your career pathway and development. Our values ofTogether – Safe, Kind, Excellentsupport the delivery of outstanding care. We have a fully electronic patient record system that is improving health-care quality; this is transforming services, improving patient safety and clinical outcomes. CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of people’s age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic Detailed job description and main responsibilities Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities. Internal applicants on permanent contracts can apply for this post as a secondment. For secondments you must have the approval of your line manager before applying. If you are an internal applicant currently on a fixed term contract you are able to apply for this as a fixed term position. This vacancy is for Registered Nurses with full NMC registration. If you are an internationally trained nurse that has not passed their OSCE (objective structured clinical examination), you will not be considered for this role and will be automatically rejected, so please do not apply. For NHS Cambridgeshire and Peterborough based roles, all applicants from NHS Cambridgeshire and Peterborough who have identified that they are at risk of redundancy will be prioritised over those not at risk. However, interviews cannot be guaranteed. This vacancy will close at midnight on 10th Dec 2025Interviews may be held on 18th Dec 2025. Changes will be communicated if required. Why choose Cambridge University Hospitals? • Our values and reputation for outstanding care • Opportunities to experience a range of specialities • Career and development opportunities • Preceptorship and mentoring programmes delivered by a dedicated clinical education support team • Research experience and opportunities • Lovely location and quality of life • Excellent schools/colleges and transport links (road, rail and air) Benefits to you We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse, day nurseries and access to a great transport system with easy access to airports and rail travel. Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered. We welcome applications from the Armed Forces. Person specification Qualifications NMC Registered NurseEvidence of continuous professional developmentResearch module/qualificationStudying at degree levelTeaching qualification Experience Band 5 or equivalent clinical experienceExperience in delivering monoclonal infusions to non-oncology patientsExperience of shift coordination Knowledge NMC Code of Conduct and guidelines of professional practiceGood theoretical and practical knowledge of nursing within the clinical areaHealth and Safety awarenessQuality issues and Clinical GovernanceAwareness of Trust and Ward/Department policiesAwareness of need to demonstrate a professional appearance and behaviourAwareness of risk management procedureAn understanding of the professional nursing agendaKnowledge of GCP A Skills Proven verbal and written communicationSkills with all members of the healthcare team, colleagues, patients and relativesCannulation/venepunctureAbility to take initiative when required and liaise with the appropriate manager/bleep holderMaintenance of confidentialityIdentify problems and recommend solutionsTime managementAbility to plan, organise and prioritise workloadAwareness and respect for colleagues’, patients’, relatives’ cultural and emotional needsAble to remain calm and work effectively in pressured situationsWillingness to adapt to change as the organisation developsAssertiveness/perceptive counselling skills Leadership SkillsExperience of administration of monoclonal/cytotoxic chemotherapyAbility to achieve competency in TrustComputer systemsAbility to induct and orientate new staff to clinical area and to identify the key learning needs of less experienced staffPractical skills teachingAble to demonstrate practical application of health and safety in relation to acuity and patient/nurse ratioEffective management of equipment and resources Additional Requirements Willingness to undertake training related to the jobAble to work a range of shifts: longdays, nights & weekends/BHTo act in a professional manner at all times in accordance with the NMC Code of ConductCapable of developing liaisons with other practice areas/academic institutions.The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of safe, kind, excellent. Employer certification / accreditation badges 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr