Senior Research Nurse
Details
Date posted: 04 August 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 7
Salary: £49,387 to £56,515 a year, per annum pro rata
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 10 months
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: 287-CEF-278-26
Job locations: Aintree, Liverpool, L9 7LJ, United Kingdom

Job summary
This is a very exciting opportunity for a part time secondment as Senior Research Nurse in the Commercial Delivery Research Centre NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group (UHLG). UHLG has been named as host to one of 20 research hubs across the UK. This programme is part of a £100 million investment award, bringing cutting-edge research to communities in Liverpool City Region.

As part of the NHS 10-year health plan, the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) has announced plans to establish 20 Commercial Research Delivery Centres (CRDCs), giving patients access to pioneering clinical trials and treatments in record time.

The Liverpool CRDC, funded by a government private investment initiative, will support the rapid set-up of commercial studies, meaning patients can begin accessing treatments and undergoing trials as early as possible. Alongside UHLG, the centre will bring together Cheshire and Mersey organisations including primary and social care; voluntary organisations and 10 secondary care organisations from the region.

Applicants must demonstrate substantial experience in a research environment and an understanding of the requirements for delivering clinical research studies. Previous research experience is essential for this role.

Main duties of the job
We have a proven track record in successfully recruiting into NIHR portfolio and commercial studies. We conduct a variety of projects, including observational and cohort studies, device and drug trials as well as mixed methods and qualitative research.

The Senior Research Nurse must be strong advocate for research and patients, able to both recruit and provide effective support to research participants. The successful candidate must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as well as an ability to work independently and flexibly. The successful applicant will need to be enthusiastic and ready to work to recruit patients in line with targets, with the ability to meet tight deadlines.

About us
NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group (UHL Group) was formed on 1 November 2024, born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide our communities.

We are one of the largest employers in region, with over 18,900 colleagues who are dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond.

For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, we are their local NHS. We provide general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services that extend to more than two million people in the North West.

We operate from five hospital sites: Aintree University Hospital is the single receiving site for adult major trauma patients in Cheshire and Merseyside, and hosts a number of regional services including an award-winning stroke facility. Broadgreen Hospital is home to several elective surgical, diagnostic and treatment services, together with specialist patient rehabilitation. Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital provide specialist services in cardiothoracic surgery, cardiology and respiratory medicine, both in the hospital and out in the community. Liverpool Women's Hospital specialises in the health of women and babies, delivering over 7,200 babies in the UK's largest single site maternity hospital each year. The Royal Liverpool University Hospital is the largest hospital in the country to provide inpatients with 100% single en-suite bedrooms and mainly focuses on complex planned care and specialist services.

Job responsibilities
The senior research nurse will be responsible for the day to day running of research studies including screening of potential patients, recruiting patients into studies according to agreed protocols, assisting in the informed consent process and management of all the study related data. All clinical research activity must be compliant and conducted in accordance with European Union (EU) Directive, ICH/GCP International Conference on Harmonisation and Good Clinical Practice (GCP).

Please note that this job will include travelling to different sites across Cheshire and Merseyside.

For further information about this post please contact Helen Frankland, Research Matron on 0151 529 5872 or email helen.frankland@liverpoolft.nhs.uk.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• RGN
• University Degree in Health Care related field or equivalent
• Attendance of recent short courses and/or study days on research
• Post Graduate Qualification in Nursing or Research

Desirable

• Certificate in Clinical Research
• Clinical Examination Course

Experience
Essential

• Significant additional experience in relevant area
• Previous experience within the research speciality
• Experience of co-ordinating clinical research studies
• Clinical experience / qualification in venepuncture, IV cannulation and interpretation of investigations
• Experience of liaison with staff at all levels in the Health Service, Universities and Industry

Desirable

• Experience of leading the development of research projects (protocols and study documentation) and negotiating research funding
• Experience of patient education and counselling, e.g. providing lifestyle advice
• Supervision of staff/teams and Appraisal and interviewing skills

Knowledge
Essential

• Attendance of recent short courses and/or study days on research
• Knowledge of the principles and practice of clinical research and/or clinical trials
• Understanding of the role and responsibilities of a Clinical Research Nurse
• Knowledge of ethical and quality standards applicable to clinical trials, including EU Directive on ICH GCP requirements
• Understanding of the relevance of research to health care delivery and the ability to demonstrate knowledge of the specific research subject

Desirable

• Knowledge of the Health Service, R&D, the pharmaceutical industry partnership and relevant information sciences

Skills
Essential

• Ability to use a personal computer, (computer literacy and proficiency in MS Office / EDCL)
• Skills in administration of research and project management
• Excellent and effective verbal and written communication skills
• Meticulous attention to detail and a high standard of accuracy, e.g. in the capture and validation of clinical trial data

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. 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.

Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

Employer details
Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Aintree, Liverpool, L9 7LJ, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.liverpoolft.nhs.uk/