Job summary
Band 5 Research Nurse

Please note that interviews will be held face to face only

Working in Research is different: it's about giving patients the opportunity to shape the advancement of knowledge and practice by delivering care interventions against a research protocol, advocating for patients and participants, and collecting and managing a wide range of clinical and non-clinical data. No two days are the same! If this appeals to you...

Come and join our research team!

Our research delivery teams are supportive, highly motivated multi-disciplinary teams providing clinical research opportunities across a wide range of clinical settings and specialties. This post is ideal for those who wish to build on their existing clinical experience or who simply have an interest in delivering research which contributes to the development of evidence-based patient care.

If you are dedicated, enthusiastic, with exceptional organisational skills, planning, and attention to detail then this may be the ideal opportunity for you.

You would work alongside experienced research delivery colleagues to support a portfolio of both commercial and non-commercial research. You will be offered training and development, including progression through the regional Research Delivery Competency Framework, as well as specialty specific training and development.

We welcome informal visits and encourage you to contact us about the role.

Main duties of the job
Please see the Job Description for more information

• Contribute to the performance of the Research Team
• Screening and recruiting patients to a range of studies.
• Perform and maintain the follow up appointments for all patients in all studies.
• Extended use of computer systems
• Enter research data onto study databases and manage any queries raised.
• Co-ordinate the logistics for patient visits and undertake patient assessments in accordance with study protocol.
• Maintain Investigator site file (s) and complete Case Report Forms (CRF/eCRF) with a high degree of accuracy.
• Ensure appropriate study information is accurately recorded in the patient's records.
• Monitor patients for any adverse events and ensure they are reported as necessary in a timely manner.
• Work closely with the senior research nurse, research nurse team and Research and Development department to manage workload, study progress and personal development.

About us
Bristol Foundation Trust provides healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset from our award-winning hospital building at Southmead. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre, and an internationally recognised centre of excellence in a range of services and major specialities. Our vision is that by enabling our teams to be the best that they can be, we will provide exceptional healthcare, personally delivered.

We commit to treating each patient as an individual with respect and dignity, aiming to deliver excellent clinical outcomes and a first-class experience for everyone who uses our services.

North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti-discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups.

Details
Date posted: 14 August 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 5
Salary: £32,073 to £39,043 a year
per annum, pro rata for part time
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 12 months
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 339-S&T6168-MJA
Job locations: Clinical Research Centre. Southmead Hospital, Southmead, Bristol, BS10 5NB, United Kingdom

Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see job description and person specification for full details of this role.

This is a great opportunity for someone who would like to gain experience of working in research and be part of a highly motivated and performing team. If you would like to speak to us to find out more about what this exciting and rewarding role involves, then please contact:

Louise Jennings - Senior Research Nurse - HIV/Immunology & Gastro/Hepatology 0117 414 8133

Person Specification
Education/Training/Qualifications
Essential

• RGN, with current live Registration
• Degree level education in nursing or health related subject
• Demonstrates continuous professional development

Desirable

• GCP

Work Experience
Essential

• Experience recording data and managing documentation in a healthcare setting
• A good level of organisational skills, to support the efficiency and effectiveness of own and departmental workflows
• Relevant clinical experience
• Experience of extended roles Eg. IV, Venepuncture, ECG, link roles

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Essential

• Competent IT/digital literacy skills, with the ability to develop further
• Effective communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills.
• Demonstrates basic clinical and assessment skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to interpret and implement protocols, policies, and procedures.
• Awareness of own limitations and appropriate use of escalation processes.

Desirable

• Experience in research-related administrative processes.
• Experience supervising junior staff.

Personal Qualities/Special Circumstances
Essential

• Adaptability and flexibility to meet service needs working across teams if necessary
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work autonomously.

Desirable

• Interest in clinical research

Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details
Employer name: Bristol NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Clinical Research Centre. Southmead Hospital, Southmead, Bristol, BS10 5NB, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.nbt.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Senior Research Nurse
Louise Jennings
Louise.Jennings@nbt.nhs.uk
01174148133