Advanced Research Nurse
Closing date: 17 August 2026

Job summary
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The Research and Innovation Centre at The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre has an exciting opportunity as a Band 7 Advanced Research Nurse.

The aim of this post is to bring about greater access for research in order to provide a unique and enviable framework to enhance delivery of world class research.

As an Advanced Research Nurse, you will be responsible for supporting the senior management team in ensuring that our service users' needs are met through the delivery of high-quality care. As a centre of excellence, you will offer a person-centred approach to their independence and well-being.

You will be working mainly at the CCC Liverpool site.

This will be a pan-haematology trials post working exclusively in the fields of early phase, CAR T and stem cell studies.

We're here to deliver the best cancer care to the people we serve and we're looking for applications from those who share that commitment and our values.

Main duties of the job
The Primary aim of this post is to bring about greater access for research in order to provide a unique and enviable framework to enhance delivery of world class research.

The post holder will be a Registered General Nurse and must maintain an NMC registration.

The successful candidate will act as an advanced autonomous practitioner, supporting patients on Commercial and Experimental Cancer Medicines (ECMC) clinical trials.

In doing so will demonstrate a high level of practice and knowledge, working as a key member of the multi-disciplinary team providing professional and clinical support in the care of patients on clinical trials.

The Advanced Nurse Practitioner will provide expert care and treatment to patients within agreed trials protocol and clinical guidelines. Functions in a variety of role dimensions: health care provider, educator, supervisor to junior staff, researcher, auditor, clinical advocate and implementer of research and clinical governance.

The post holder is employed and managed by Clatterbridge Cancer Centre, but may be required to travel across a number of NHS trusts within Merseyside and Cheshire.

Employees must be aware of and accept the requirement to work at other sites across the Clinical Network within reason. Any changes will be subject to consultation with the post holder.

About us
The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's leading cancer centres providing highly specialist cancer care to a population of 2.4m people across Cheshire and Merseyside, and the surrounding areas, including North Wales and the Isle of Man.

Our vision is to not only maintain this level of commitment to excellence but to work with our academic and healthcare partners across the region to ensure care, treatment and patient outcomes continuously improve in the future. We are very proud of all our expert and loyal staff and we welcome people who share the collective aim of delivering excellence in everything that we do.

Our values represent who we are and what we believe in. They define how we act to deliver the best possible care for our patients and shape The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre as a great place to work.

We are

• Kind
• Empowered
• Responsible
• Inclusive

Details
Date posted: 03 August 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 7
Salary: £49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 158-26-163-R&I
Job locations: The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre - Liverpool, 65 Pembroke Place, Liverpool, L7 8YA, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details about this exciting role on offer at The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• NMC Level One Nurse, with current registration
• BSC Professional practice or equivalent
• Relevant Post Registration qualification in specialist area
• ICH / GCP trained
• Evidence of continuous personal, professional development

Desirable

• Leadership qualification
• Advanced Communication Skills
• Intermediate Life Support qualification
• Educated to Masters level
• Experience of managing complex studies
• UKONS qualification

Experience
Essential

• Extensive post registration experience in haemato-oncology/oncology including experience at a senior level
• Previous research experience.
• Experience of managing a portfolio of complex cancer clinical trials.

Desirable

• Skilled in the administration of cytotoxic agents
• Experience in Leadership and change management.
• Experience of writing policies and procedures

Knowledge and Expertise
Essential

• Extensive knowledge of clinical practice and treatments within specialist area including treatment induced side-effects
• Knowledge and experience of handling complex relationships
• Knowledge of the key professional issues and NMC guidelines (or equivalent governing body) relating to professional practice
• Knowledge of the clinical trials process
• Knowledge of Research Governance framework

Additional information
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.

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 in the criminal records checks for overseas applicants guidance.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see the NHS Careers website.

Employer details
Employer name: The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre NHSFT
Address: The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre - Liverpool, 65 Pembroke Place, Liverpool, L7 8YA, United Kingdom
Employer's website: Apply through our website

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Lead Nurse for the HO Team, Jane Tinsley
Email: jane.tinsley@nhs.net
Telephone: 01513188549