Registered Nurse

Job description

Job responsibilities

More detail about the role

• Co-ordinate research studies and clinical trials within the Research & Development Team and with external collaborators, sponsors or other co-ordinating bodies.
• Recruit patients into trials/studies, including the provision of detailed information to patients to enable them to make an informed decision as to whether they wish to participate in a trial. Play a key role in the informed consent of patients into clinical trials/research.
• Ensure patient treatment is both appropriate and in line with the specific clinical trial/research protocol, while maintaining patients rights, interests and dignity.Provide support to patients during research projects.Ensure the collection of patient data and maintenance of accurate information in medical records and case record forms.
• Promote trials and ensure that recruitment targets are adequately met.To be able to communicate and work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and to share knowledge and expertise with peers by keeping up to date current research in your allocated specialties.
• Communicate effectively and efficiently with the R&D department, study sponsors, support departments and other relevant agencies.

It is essential to have an interest in research and an understanding of the part research plays in evidence based practice. An understanding and awareness of general clinical research including early phase studies and the regulatory issues in its conduct is desirable, although a full and thorough training and induction package will be provided, including GCP and informed consent training.

General experience and a flexible can do approach and attention to detail is essential. It is essential to have an interest in research and an understanding of the part research plays in evidence-based practice. An understanding and awareness of general clinical research including early phase studies and the regulatory issues in its conduct is desirable, although a full and thorough training and induction package will be provided, including GCP and informed consent training.

Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week. Monday to Friday 08.00-16.00 pro rata, there may be some requirement to work evenings or weekends, so some flexibility is needed, but this is not regular shift.

Interview Date: 9th April 2026

For further information please contact: Julie Moss, Senior Research Nurse on Julie.Moss10@nhs.net

This is a fixed term contract until 11/05/2027. For current NHS employees this post could be a secondment opportunity.

Pay: The salary advertised for this position reflects the Agenda for Change 2026-7 rates, inclusive of a 3.3% pay award implemented from April 2026. If you join before this date,, remuneration will be based on the 2025-6 pay bandings (Pay scales for 2025/26 | NHS Employers)

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

Benefits

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.

You will also have access to other benefits including:

National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.

Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter

Car lease schemes.

The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).

Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.

Person Specification

General Requirements

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Desirable

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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This 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.

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Exeter

Devon

EX2 5DW

Employer's website

https://royaldevon.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)