Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and innovative nurse to join the Research and Innovation Department to support with a variety of commercial and academic clinical trials. The role offers a unique opportunity and includes close liaison with clinicians, data managers, pharmaceutical companies, outpatient and inpatient staff. The successful candidate will have a keen interest in research, will be organised and efficient and will enjoy working in a fast paced environment with a variety of stakeholders.

Main duties of the job
The role will include assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating research nursing care and providing support to patients who have been or have the potential to be recruited onto a clinical trial programme. This includes ensuring the clinical trial has received full approval to proceed from R&I, collecting data, interviewing, supporting, monitoring patients, and data entry. Clinical aspects of the role will include phlebotomy, analysis of blood specimens, drug administration and clinical observation.

About us
At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.

As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.

As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information - inclusive practice people promise.

Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.

Details
Date posted: 14 July 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year
Pro Rata Per Annum
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 12 months
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 253-0726-7930951
Job locations: The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust, Pensnett road, Dudley, DY1 2HQ

Job description
Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake.

Person Specification
Qualifications & Education
Essential

• Registered nurse (NMC registration)
• Evidence of professional development and regular study since qualification

Desirable

• Evidence of ability to teach & assess
• Research qualification

Knowledge and Training
Essential

• Knowledge of involving patients in service development
• Knowledge of the relevance of Governance and risk management within clinical practice

Desirable

• Up to date Good Clinical Practice training
• Knowledge of Research Governance

Experience
Essential

• Recent, relevant experience of working in a clinical setting at band 5 or above, involving patients or service users
• Experience of team working

Desirable

• Previous, relevant experience of working in clinical trials

Communication & Relationship skills
Essential

• Able to liaise with all members of the multidisciplinary team
• Able to establish effective communication systems
• Skilled in verbal and written communication including presentation and IT skills

Analytical Judgement & Skills
Essential

• Able to deal with difficult situations
• Evidence of researching position applied for

Planning & Organisational Skills
Essential

• Ability to work under own initiative as well as within the multidisciplinary team
• Able to meet tight deadlines
• Flexible with working hours
• Willing to travel to investigator meetings in the UK and abroad
• Committed to personal self-development

Physical Skills
Essential

• Ability to cope with the physical demands of the job.

Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Trust Values
Essential

• Able to provide safe, caring, and effective services
• Values and behaviours that reflect the Trust values of Care, Respect and Responsibility
• Commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that is free from discrimination and where people feel they belong and their contribution is valued

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 here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants. UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

Employer details
Employer name: The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust
Address: The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust, Pensnett road, Dudley, DY1 2HQ, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.dgft.nhs.uk/

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Lead Research Nurse, Wara Mudunge, wara.mudunge@nhs.net, 01384456111