Research Nurse - Band 5

Go back Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

The closing date is 18 February 2026

1 x full time post 37.5 hours and 1 x part time 22.5 hours (3 days) post available

We are looking for a Research Nurse to join the Cheltenham Research Delivery Team within our Trust Research, Innovation and Genomics Department. This is an exciting opportunity to join our team of staff who manage the care of patients taking part in Oncology/Stroke/Cardiovascular and Breast Screening clinical research studies. We are looking for highly motivated and dynamic candidates with an interest in clinical research.

Essential research skills training will be given.

Our registered nurses work alongside our data and administration staff and clinical teams across multiple specialties to deliver high-quality patient care in both in-patient and out-patient settings.

The post holder will be accountable for the assessment, planning, organisation and on-going care of research participants according to the study protocol. The role will involve all aspects of study co-ordination and recruitment of patients to research studies. The post holder will be expected to work flexibly with all members of the research team and relevant multidisciplinary teams across a number of specialties.

Workloads will be managed by the individual and not supervised.

The RIG department offers opportunities for learning, development and career progression.

The post of Research Nurse is a part of the Research Delivery Team based within Cheltenham General Hospital, with the expectation of flexible working across Gloucestershire Royal Hospital also when required.

• Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required (see job description for full details):
  First level nursing degree/qualification with current NMC registration
• Appropriate experience as a registered nurse
• Strong organisational skills and work on own initiative
• Able to line manage, train and develop staff
• Well-developed interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively to a wide multidisciplinary team and patients
• Ability to work independently and be an excellent team player
• Ability to work flexible hours & travel between hospital sites as required to meet service needs
• Adaptability to ensure achievement of objectives within constantly changing environments
• Clinical skills: venepuncture, specimen collection, clinical observations and assessments
• This job description is an outline only and does not contain an exhaustive list of duties; the post holder may therefore be required to undertake additional responsibilities

We take pride in placing people at the centre of everything we do, working together as a united team. Driven by a shared ambition to continually grow, develop, and learn, we recognise and value every contribution. By combining our experience and skills, we not only support our vibrant, diverse communities, but also support one another.

With a team of over 9,000 employees, we are proud to be the largest employer in Gloucestershire and rank among the top 10 largest Trusts in the South West region. By joining our Trust, you will benefit from an excellent package that includes exclusive benefits, flexible working opportunities and the chance to gain valuable experience in one of our innovative hospitals.

As well as generous annual leave allowance, access to the excellent NHS pension scheme, competitive bank rates, discounts at local shops and restaurants, access to two on-site nurseries, discounted public transport, reward and recognition and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you.

Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust wishes to strengthen its position as a leading Research, Innovation and Genomics institution. Our Trust currently supports over 100 clinical trials across multiple specialities and we are looking for the right staff to support our clinical research teams.

Feasibility and Study set-up

• Contribute to the set-up of research studies within the wider research team. Liaise with the RIG Professional Services Team, Principal Investigators, support departments, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure a thorough feasibility process.
• Able to identify and plan strategies for recruiting patients into trials. Working with Principal Investigators to develop initiatives to increase patient involvement.

Support

• Assist in the selection and recruitment of participants in compliance with study inclusion / exclusion criteria. Receive informed consent and provide ongoing information, education and support to clinical trial patients (and their carers).
• Assist in achieving NIHR High Level Objectives and GHNHSFT Key Performance Indicators for patient recruitment, speed and quality of research
• Liaise with multi-disciplinary team members to teach and demonstrate procedures for the safe and smooth running of clinical trials and act as a training resource to other members of the clinical team and a contact point in matters concerning…