Job summary
Do you want to be at the forefront of establishing the evidence base for future care and treatment? We are seeking an experienced, enthusiastic and motivated nurse to join a new research team working in surgical oncology. The post holder will support current activity and help develop a sustainable portfolio of studies.

Main duties of the job
The post holder will have day-to-day responsibility for allocated portfolio of studies and study participants including, as required:

• Planning
• Scheduling
• Conduct including intervention
• Recruitment and retention of participants
• Data management
• Providing nursing care
• Fulfil the expectations and capabilities as delegated by the Sponsor, Chief Investigator or Principal Investigator as set out in ICH-GCP and UK Research Governance Framework
• Work collaboratively with OUH and external research and service delivery colleagues to ensure high quality participant care

About us
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence, and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence. These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via the OUH YouTube channel.

In 2023 NHS England launched its first sexual safety charter, and our Trust proudly signed it. We pledge zero tolerance for inappropriate sexual behaviour and commit to the ten core principles. Oxford University Hospitals promotes a safe, respectful hiring environment. If you want to make a difference with us, come and join our team. Together, we will uphold the highest standards of care and professionalism.

Details
Date posted: 19 October 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year Per Annum / Pro Rata
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 2 years
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 321-SW-8240010-B6-INT
Closing date: 02 November 2026

Job responsibilities
The post holder will practice with knowledge, skills and behaviours to:

• Be responsible for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care during participation in clinical research visits.
• Manage workload and co-ordinate allocated clinical trials and research studies.
• Assess, plan and implement care for clinical trial participants during research visits.
• Practise in compliance with their code of professional conduct, being responsible and accountable for their decisions, actions, or omissions.
• Utilise effective communication skills through a variety of methods, supporting participants in decision making in relation to clinical trial and study entry and participation.
• Utilise effective communication skills with colleagues both internally and/or externally, in verbal, non-verbal and written communication methods, adapting to changing parameters as required, which includes thorough accurate documentation in patient records as required.
• Provide and receive highly sensitive, complex or contentious information relating to participant involvement and care, and communicate information to participants, families or carers with respect, compassion and empathy.
• Competently perform a range of clinical procedures as required as part of the research protocol, ensuring accurate data capture.
• Participate in and ensure compliance with Informed Consent Procedures, acting within boundaries of own competency, research regulation and Trust policies/SOPs.
• Participate in processing samples, in line with protocol and laboratory manuals as required, including handling dry ice and liquid nitrogen when trained.
• Use own professional judgment identifying when to escalate and seek senior support/guidance.
• Support the research team with all administrative tasks, including study set up including completion of feasibility requests, as required.
• Ensure all necessary regulatory approvals are in place prior to approaching potential study participants.
• Work within the limits of the approved protocol and any approved amendments.
• Act as a participant advocate.

Person specification
Essential

• Registered Nurse (Part of Nursing and Midwifery Council Register depending on area of practice)
• UK recognised first level degree (HEI Level 6), in Nursing
• Significant experience and expertise within speciality of the recruiting area for the research nurse role, supplemented by specialist training to post-graduate diploma level
• Knowledge of research methodologies
• Competency in clinical skills relevant to clinical research area
• Organised and able to prioritise own workload

Desirable

• Specialist post-graduate education / qualifications, or training relevant to area of clinical practice and/or clinical research delivery
• Good Clinical Practice Training

Employer details
Employer name: Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Headley Way, Oxford, OX3 9DU, United Kingdom
Contact: Sandie Wellman, Head of NMAHPs Clinical Research Delivery, sandie.wellman@ouh.nhs.uk, 07392285592

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome. Applicants must have current UK professional registration. Apply through our website.