Research Nurse

Department/Location Cambridge Stem Cell Institute (SBS)

Salary £37,694-£46,049

Reference PS51189

The UK Hub for Predictive and AI-Enabled Human Disease Models is a UK national research initiative funded by the MRC, which will translate academic New Approach Methodologies (NAMs) into validated, industry-ready systems. The Hub brings together leading scientists, clinicians and commercial organisations to drive advances for national benefit. The Hub is based in the Cambridge Stem Cell Institute (CSCI). The role of Research Nurse will be integral to a Hub team established to accelerate the development, validation and adoption of predictive human disease models for biomedical research, drug discovery and experimental medicine.

We are looking for an enthusiastic individual with the drive and initiative to work across the diverse responsibilities of the role, which will include supporting clinic patients, recruiting research participants, working closely with nursing/medical/surgical and research teams and interacting with Hub teams from around the UK. The role will also be involved in Patient & Public Involvement & Engagement (PPIE) activities.

The role holder will work between the University and Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and hold an Honorary Contract with the NHS Trust. The successful candidate will hold a first degree in a relevant discipline and have a current NMC registration for nursing or midwifery. They will have experience of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) principles and an understanding of and ability to communicate research themes to potential donors.

They will be comfortable operating in a fast-paced academic environment and able to engage effectively with a wide range of stakeholders including researchers, patients and families, clinicians, funders, and external partners. This is an opportunity to contribute directly to a programme aiming to transform outcomes for patients. The role offers significant scope to shape how a research centre operates, connects, and grows, both within Cambridge and internationally.

Full-time (1.0 FTE; change to part-time and flexible working arrangements available).

Fixed term until 31 March 2030 (in the first instance).

Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a health assessment and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. This appointment also requires NMC Registration and an Honorary Clinical Contract.

Closing Date: 20/10/2026

Please quote reference PS51189 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

The postholder will have regular contact with vulnerable people and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.