The closing date is 18 August 2026Job summaryThis post is for internal candidates to The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust and Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust. If you are not currently working within either of these Trusts, your application will not be reviewed and automatically rejected at shortlisting stage. Please be aware of this when submitting your application.An opportunity has arisen for a registered professional Nurse or AHP to join our excellent Cancer/Haematology Research Team at The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital.
This is an 18-month secondment to cover an internal secondment.
The post holder will have experience of working in Clinical Research or the ability demonstrate a real passion for research. You must be flexible and hard working with the ability to manage your workload effectively to cope with tight deadlines and conflicting demands.
Enthusiasm, intelligence and a patient centred approach are essential as is being an excellent team member and having a proactive can-do attitude.
Informal visits are highly encouraged to discover more.
Main duties of the jobThe post holder will assist and support the department in the effective recruitment and co-ordination of patients entered into complex research studies whilst taking overall responsibility for the day to day running of epidemiology and less complex treatment trials.
The post is intended to support the Trust trial portfolio, across all specialties including but not limited to oncology, haematology, gastroenterology, cardiovascular.
Responsibilities to include:
- identifying patients through screening of notes/ histologies/MDT's;
- participating in the informed consent process;
- co-ordinating patient's treatment and FU;
- supporting and monitoring patients;
- collecting data and data entry
About usYou will be line managed by the Band 7 Team Lead Research Sister but work closely with Consultants, Registrars and the wider MDT. You will also work closely with the Research and Innovation Team to promote the importance of clinical research across the Trust.
Our Poppy's Promise CommitmentWe believe that compassionate care sits at the heart of everything we do. Every member of our team -- clinical or non-clinical -- plays a vital role in ensuring that patients, families, and colleagues are treated with dignity, empathy, and respect at all times.
We expect all staff to demonstrate compassion not only through their words, but through their actions: by listening attentively, communicating clearly and kindly, and recognising individual needs, feelings, and circumstances of those in our care.
Effective communication is central to safe and high-quality healthcare. We value colleagues who take the time to understand others, explain information in a meaningful way, and respond to concerns with patience and understanding.
By joining our team, you are committing to uphold these values -- ensuring that every patient feels heard, respected, and valued, and that compassion is embedded in every interaction, every day.
DetailsDate posted: 04 August 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year (per annum/pro rata)
Contract: Secondment
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: 223-RNS-631
Job locations: The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital, Mytton Oak Road, Shrewsbury, SY3 8XQ, United Kingdom
Job responsibilitiesFor full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential- Registered Adult nurse with current NMC pin or AHP registration equivalent
- Evidence of continuous personal, professional and academic development
- Communication skills training
Desirable- Accredited NIHR GCP training
- Accredited Informed consent training
- Advanced communication skills training
Experience and knowledgeEssential- Significant post-registration clinical experience in relevant clinical areas
- Ability to demonstrate a sound knowledge and understanding of clinical research in practice
- Knowledge and experience of handling complex relationships
- Experience of collaborating with other agencies
Desirable- Enhanced IT skills
- Experience of using hospital and national IT systems
- Clinical Research or the ability demonstrate a real passion for research
Additional informationDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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 (Opens in a new tab). 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 (Opens in a new tab).UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer contact detailsFor questions about the job, contact:
Team Lead: Lisa Evans
Email: lisa.evans17@nhs.net
Telephone: 01743261000
Employer detailsEmployer name: The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
Address: The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital, Mytton Oak Road, Shrewsbury, SY3 8XQ, United Kingdom
Employer's website: http://www.sath.nhs.uk/
