Community Research Nmahp

The Trust is continuing to build its portfolio in order to develop research locally and improve access to clinical trials for the people of Warrington and Halton. The benefits of active participation in research are well recognised in leading to successful outcomes for patients as well as helping ensure our clinical staff stays abreast of the latest possible treatment options.

An opportunity for an 18 month fixed term role, funded by the NIHR Research Delivery Network, to increase research activity in the community.

The post holder will be a member of an established team and responsible for co-ordinating an agreed portfolio of research studies. The successful applicant may be an experienced research nurse, midwife or allied health professional (NMAHP) or an NMAHP looking to move into research as full training will be given.

The successful applicant will be self-motivated, excellent at working both independently and with a team, professionally curious with fantastic communication skills, attention to detail and ability to form productive working relationships. This role is pivotal to increasing the capacity to deliver research in the community at North Cheshire and Mersey NHS Foundation Trust.

Key responsibilities of the post include supporting building research capacity in community, assisting study set up, identifying patients through screening notes, collecting data, interviewing, supporting, and monitoring patients and data entry.

If the successful candidate is a registered nurse, the role will include remote on call duties for which full training will be provided.

Our mission, vision and values are at the heart of North Cheshire and Mersey NHS Foundation Trust (NCM). They underpin everything we do and everything we aspire to be as an organisation

Our mission is to be exceptional for our patients, our communities and each other

Our vision is to be a great organisation providing excellent healthcare and opportunities to work and learn

Our approach to healthcare is founded on our four core values:

Kind - we are caring, supporting and respectful to everyone

Open - we are honest, transparent and open to new ways of working

Fair - we listen, value our differences and are inclusive to all

One team - we work well together and with our communities

We employ almost 6,500 people from more than 80 nationalities and are fully committed to being an equal, diverse and inclusive employer. Our culture and values ensure that everyone is treated with dignity and respect, and that no job applicant or employee is disadvantaged at any stage of their journey.

We are also proud to be an Armed Forces Friendly organisation and welcome applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists and families.

Working at NCM means becoming part of a dedicated team of clinical and support staff who are passionate about keeping people well and supporting wellbeing.

Date posted: 25 September 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: 18 months

Working pattern:
Part-time

Reference number: 370-NAM6

RDI-1880

Job locations:
Warrington Hospital Lovely Lane Warrington WA5 1QG
United Kingdom

• Previous experience of research or demonstrable interest
• Clinical experience / qualification in venepuncture or willingness to train skill
• Clinical experience of interpretation of investigations
• Minimum of 3 years' experience post-qualification with professional registration

• Previous experience of commercial research
• Current certificate in ICH Good Clinical Practice

• Educated to a degree level or equivalent experience
• Current registration as a Nurse, Midwife, or Allied Health Professional

• Postgraduate qualification in relevant field

• Ability to use a personal computer, (computer literacy and proficiency in MS Office / EDCL)
• Skills in administration of research and project management
• Knowledge of the principles and practice of clinical trials
• Understanding of the role and responsibilities of a Clinical Research Practitioner and scope of professional practice
• Knowledge of ethical and quality standards applicable to clinical trials

• Skills in handling and management of computerised data (e.g. the abstraction and coding of medical data, computer data entry, statistical analysis, report generation and data…