Job summary
Are you passionate about clinical research and improving patient care through cutting edge science? The Cambridge Clinical Research Facility is looking for a highly flexible motivated and experienced Band 6 Clinical Research Practitioner or Nurse to support, coordinate and deliver the NIHR BioResource Project.
In this exciting role, you will work closely with the CRF Team Leaders to support recruitment, recall and care of participants, including healthy volunteers. The NIHR BioResource is a world- class initiative dedicated to understanding the links between genetics, health and disease to enable translational medicine and future healthcare advances.
The key job functions of the Bioresource are:
Coordinate with a wide range of stakeholders to ensure projects are run efficiently and smoothly, so that recruitment and recall targets are met on time and target for Stage 1 and Stage 2 recruitment programs.
Assist with all projects related activities by monitoring milestones, reviewing documentation and recording data.
This is a CUH fixed term until March 2027
For more information contact laura.watson62@nhs.net
Main duties of the job
This post will be based in the Cambridge Clinical Research Centre ,Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
The CCRC comprises six Clinical Research Facilities (CRF) located in 2 adjacent buildings and is funded by NIHR Clinical Research Facility for Experimental Medicine award. We cater for all investigators of Cambridge University Health Partners (CUHP), and beyond and have responsibility for new and existing clinical trials and clinical research projects on the CCRC portfolio, including Clinical Trials of Investigational Medicinal Products under the EU Directive (CTIMPs).
The key job functions of the Bioresource are:Coordinate with a wide range of stakeholders to ensure projects are run efficiently and smoothly, so that recruitment and recall targets are met on time and target for Stage 1 and Stage 2 recruitment programs.
Assist with all projects related activities by monitoring milestones, reviewing documentation and recording data.
To work in compliance with the International Conference on Harmonisation Good Clinical Practice Guidelines (ICH-GCP), the NHS Research Governance Framework for Health & Social Care and, in the case of a CTIMP, in compliance with the Medicines for Human Use (Clinical Trials) Regulations 2004.
About us
Our Trust
Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 13,000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people - patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing 'outstanding' care to our patients and rated 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH's values - Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent - are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population.
CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of people's age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Metabolic Research Area (MRA) is a small team with specialist skills and therefore we rely heavily on each other as there is not another team with our skills. We rely on every team member being flexible and reliable. Our working hours are dictated by the patients requirements for individual studies. Therefore this may involve early morning measurements, evening measurements, night shifts and weekend working. Our busiest times are school holidays as one of our main studies is working with children. Due to our flexible working ours we are able to offer flexibility in return, where the service enables us to do so.
Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.
This vacancy will close at midnight on 19th February 2026
Interviews are due to be held on 26th February 2026
Benefits to you
At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff.
On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only caf, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH.
CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times.
Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered.
We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Metabolic Research Area (MRA) is a small team with specialist skills and therefore we rely heavily on each other as there is not another team with our skills. We rely on every team member being flexible and reliable. Our working hours are dictated by the patients requirements for individual studies. Therefore this may involve early morning measurements, evening measurements, night shifts and weekend working. Our busiest times are school holidays as one of our main studies is working with children. Due to our flexible working ours we are able to offer flexibility in return, where the service enables us to do so.
Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.
This vacancy will close at midnight on 19th February 2026
Interviews are due to be held on 26th February 2026
Benefits to you
At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff.
On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only caf, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH.
CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times.
Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered.
We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse/AHP
- Recent ICH GCP training
- Degree in a science discipline
Desirable
- Evidence of post-graduate training in relevant fields and/or continuous professional development in relevant fields.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a clinical research/healthcare environment
- Experience of working in an ICH GCP/EU Clinical Trials Directive environment
- Phlebotomy experience
- Experience with databases Experience with study/clinical trial documents, including protocols, IRAS documents and Experience in R&D procedures, such as those in line with NHS Trusts approving the running of studies/research tissue banks.
- Experience with study/clinical trial documents, including protocols, IRAS documents and Experience in R&D procedures, such as those in line with NHS Trusts approving the running of studies/research tissue banks.
Desirable
- Line management experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of the requirements of clinical trials during their life cycle from set-up to close-out
- Ability to present data in a clear, simple format
- Ability to use Microsoft Office to an advanced level
- Competence in using the internet and email
- Knowledge of Information Governance, Good Clinical Practice and General Data Protection Regulation.
Desirable
- An understanding of the research process in the NHS
- An understanding of the NIHR infrastructure, partners and industry.
Additional Requirements
Essential
- The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of safe, kind, excellent.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse/AHP
- Recent ICH GCP training
- Degree in a science discipline
Desirable
- Evidence of post-graduate training in relevant fields and/or continuous professional development in relevant fields.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a clinical research/healthcare environment
- Experience of working in an ICH GCP/EU Clinical Trials Directive environment
- Phlebotomy experience
- Experience with databases Experience with study/clinical trial documents, including protocols, IRAS documents and Experience in R&D procedures, such as those in line with NHS Trusts approving the running of studies/research tissue banks.
- Experience with study/clinical trial documents, including protocols, IRAS documents and Experience in R&D procedures, such as those in line with NHS Trusts approving the running of studies/research tissue banks.
Desirable
- Line management experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of the requirements of clinical trials during their life cycle from set-up to close-out
- Ability to present data in a clear, simple format
- Ability to use Microsoft Office to an advanced level
- Competence in using the internet and email
- Knowledge of Information Governance, Good Clinical Practice and General Data Protection Regulation.
Desirable
- An understanding of the research process in the NHS
- An understanding of the NIHR infrastructure, partners and industry.
Additional Requirements
Essential
- The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of safe, kind, excellent.
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Addenbrookes Hospital-Division R&D
Keith Day road
Cambridge
CB2 0QQ
Employer's website
https://www.cuh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)