Research Nurse | Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

The Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has an exciting developmental opportunity for a band 6 clinical research nurse post in rheumatology/MSK.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day running of research studies, including patient screening, recruitment, informed consent processes, and data management. The position requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines.

The primary base for the post is Aintree University Hospital.

To contribute to all aspects of the planning, conduct and reporting of all clinical trials within the research speciality

To be responsible for the day-to-day management of, patient recruitment to research studies

To work on a daily basis with minimal supervision as part of a research team

To ensure that all clinical research activity is ICH GCP compliant and conducted in accordance with the agreed protocols.

To maintain a high standard of patient care in line with Trust and R&D policies and protocols and in accordance with the Research Governance Framework.

To ensure that all data is collected and managed effectively and accurately

To contribute to all aspects of the planning, conduct and reporting of all clinical trials within the research speciality

Knowledge of clinical research including issues on ethics, law, drug development and management in clinical issues

Partly responsible for submissions to research ethics committees

Maintaining overall standard of care for patients at all times

Educational and developmental role

Ability to give advice on the organisation and management of research in progress

Liaison with sponsor companies and multi-disciplinary research teams

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 Hospitalis 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.

To assist the clinicians in the assessment of patients/volunteers for eligibility for research and monitoring of their condition throughout their participation.

To provide ongoing advice and information to patients/volunteers with regard to their participation in clinical research in order to facilitate effective informed consent.

To assist the clinicians to report and record any adverse events as dictated by Trust and Departmental protocols.

To assist the clinicians with protocol development and ethical approval.

To assist in the analysis of data and preparation of reports for presentation and publication.

To co-ordinate and carry out patient visits in accordance with study protocols, including co-ordinating special tests in other departments, collection of data, coding, data entry and patient support

To carry out treatment procedures and treatment interventions according to predetermined protocols, including venepuncture, venous cannulation, administering of intra-venous drugs and vital sign recording

To report on a regular basis to the Senior Nurse of the R&D department for professional support and guidance.

To ensure that all clinical research activity is ICH GCP compliant and conducted in accordance with the agreed protocols

To maintain a high standard of patient care in line with Trust and R&D policies and protocols and in accordance with the Research Governance Framework

To ensure that all data is collected and managed accurately

To carry out the collection, processing and shipping of biological specimens according to protocol requirements and follow up appropriately on alert values

To be involved in the education of patients and their various aspects of their disease

To ensure that patient safety is paramount in all procedures that take place for trial purposes

To ensure clinical and research documentation and record keeping is completed accurately and efficiently in accordance with the EU Directive, ICH GCP Guidelines.

To work within the N.M.C Code Of Conduct and scope of professional conduct

To have sufficient computer skills for the handling and management of

computerised data

To keep up to date with relevant medical literature, developments in clinical research methodology, monitoring and local regulatory and ethical requirements

To attend research network meetings, attend courses, conferences and study days in order to remain up to date with all relevant aspects of clinical research

To participate in the education and development of staff/students, e.g. clinical supervision and ensure that all personnel are adequately informed about, and comply with all details of the trials.

To participate in the education and development of student nurses.

The post holder will be expected to work clinical shifts in a ward environment if necessary

This advert closes on Friday 30 Oct 2026