Job summary
Band 6 - Clinical Research Nurse

The Research and Development Department is looking for an experienced nurse with venepuncture and cannulation skills to be in charge and coordinate a portfolio of studies of all types and phases to include complex and early phase studies. On a daily basis the post holder will be responsible for all aspects of the research process including: assessing patient suitability for trials, screening and recruiting patients; obtaining informed consent, performing study procedures to include venepuncture and cannulation and managing study data. A key aspect of this role is supporting the patient / participant and their family throughout the above research process.

You will be part of the friendly, dynamic and supportive team, helping to support the delivery of high quality NIHR portfolio and commercial research, from initiation to termination, inaccordance with ICH Good Clinical Practice guidelines.

It is also essential that you can plan and prioritise your workload in order to meet performance targets and deadlines. In order to experience a rewarding career in research we will support you to reach your fullest potential.

Main duties of the job
Lead, coordinate and /or work as a member of the team on studies of all types and phases to include complex and early phase studies.Lead, coordinate and /or work as a member of the team on larger studies e.g. vaccine trials.Recruit and obtain informed consent from participants for non-CTIMP studies (i.e. observational and questionnaire) as delegated by Principal Investigator (PI) and within parameters of the protocol.Support participants considering taking part in interventional and observational research with the decision-making process, ensuring that their information needs are met sensitively and that they have a full understanding of the research study and its requirements.The key elements of our R&D strategy include: to increase the number of UK CRN portfolio and commercial studies, increase patient participation in clinical studies and ensure that studies recruit to time and target. You will work under the management of the Team Leader and Lead Research Nurse, but will need to have excellent organizational skills.It is also essential that you can plan and prioritize your workload in order to meet performance targets and deadlines. In order to experience a rewarding career in research we will support you to reach your full potential and we would encourage you to take advantage of the many opportunities for self-development.

About us
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites--Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital--along with award-winning clinics across North West London.

Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use.

We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex.

We welcome applications for flexible working arrangements, accommodating requests where possible to support our staff and patient needs.

The Trust is committed to equality and welcomes applications from all, regardless of background. Adjustments can be made for disabled candidates. Early application is advised as vacancies may close once sufficient applications are received. If you haven't heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period.

Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.

Details
Date posted: 24 August 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year
Per annum plus HCAS
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 12 months
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 289-CR-172
Job locations: Clinical Research Facility St Stephens Centre, Chelsea and Westminster Hospital, 369 Fulham Rd, London, SW10 9NH, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
Clinical Trial Management (CTIMPs and Non-CTIMPs)

• Obtain informed consent from participants for non-CTIMP studies (i.e. observational and questionnaire) as instructed by Principal Investigator (PI) and within parameters of the protocol.
• Support participants considering taking part in interventional and observational research with the decision-making process, ensuring that their information needs are met sensitively and that they have a full understanding of the research study and its requirements.
• To ensure all Adverse Events are reported in line with the Trust Adverse Events Reporting policy
• Ensuring all reporting to regulatory bodies and Research Networks (if applicable) is done in a timely manner.
• Facilitate and maintain (written and verbal) communication between the PI, research and clinical teams in ensuring that the study protocol is correctly implemented and research governance standards are met and maintained.
• Ensuring that all equipment used in the trial is appropriately calibrated and that supporting documentation is retained.
• Perform all visits, observations, and clinical procedures such as monitoring vital signs, body measurements, height and weight, ECGs, venipuncture, cannulation, drug administration with the participants in accordance with the procedures and schedule of the study protocol.
• Undertake laboratory work as per study protocols, including processing, packaging, storing and transportation of samples.
• Provide ongoing support to patients and volunteers with regards to their trial participation.
• Ensure that all clinical trial databases and logs are maintained including updating patient recruitment data on EDGE, our Local Performance Management System, on a weekly basis.
• Ensure protocol amendments are incorporated into research practice in a timely manner.
• Work within the scope of research guidelines, ethical principles and protocols, whilst adhering to organisational policies and procedures.
• Adhere to the confidentiality of patient information at all times, in accordance with the Data Protection Act and Caldicott regulation

For more information please see Job Description

Person Specification
Trust Values
Essential

• Putting patients first
• Responsive to, and supportive of, patients and staff
• Open, welcoming and honest
• Unfailingly kind, treating everyone with respect, compassion and dignity
• Determined to develop our skills and continuously improve the quality of care

Education and Qualifications
Essential

• Fully registered Nurse with NMC pin (Adult or child as appropriate)
• ICH GCP (E6-R2) Certification (currently valid)
• Teaching / mentorship qualification
• First degree (BSc/BA)

Desirable

• Master's degree or working towards
• Qualification in the area of infection disease (ID)

Experience
Essential

• Relevant post reg. experience at Band 5 level
• Experience in clinical research i.e. conducting CTIMP clinical trials
• Experience of teaching and supporting learners / new staff etc.

Desirable

• Experience of team leading in the delivery of portfolio of clinical studies
• Experience of clinical supervision and leadership

Skills and knowledge
Essential

• Proven clinical knowledge linked to area of specialty, and excellence in care delivery
• Proven knowledge of safety issues through clinical governance and risk management
• Proven supervisory and deputising skills in clinical area
• Excellent communication skills with patients, relatives, staff and external contacts, including in challenging situations, demonstrating respect and kindness.
• Knowledge of current challenging and issues in nursing

Desirable

• Ability / experience of managing change personally and as a facilitator
• Knowledge of budgets
• Experience of data collection for quality monitoring / audit
• Experience of risk management / assessment

Personal qualities
Essential

• Effective role model, demonstrating values of safety, respect kindness and excellence
• Enthusiastic and motivated
• Effective team member
• Self-starter and able to work on own initiative
• Able to remain calm under pressure
• Able to act as a patient's advocate
• Approachable, respectful, supportive adaptable, and assertive
• Professional and impartial at all times

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.

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

Employer details
Employer name: Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Clinical Research Facility St Stephens Centre, Chelsea and Westminster Hospital, 369 Fulham Rd, London, SW10 9NH, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.chelwest.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Team Leader( Delivery Team), Betsabe Rodrigues, betsabe.rodriguesmateos@nhs.net, 02033156503

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.
Applicants must have current UK professional registration.