The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Research Nurse / AHP

The closing date is 20 February 2026

Job summary

This post will sit within the generic research team which is currently split across The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital and The Princess Royal Hospital, Telford although the post could be at any trust site and within any team in the future.

The role will involve working across many specialities to set up research, screen and identify appropriate patients and recruit them onto research studies as well as following them up for the duration of the research.

This is a rare opportunity for a full time permanent team member to join this team. The team are highly motivated, enthusiastic and passionate about the research they deliver and if you feel you could have that same approach then we welcome enquiries from you.

A proactive problem solving nature is essential as is dedication and passion to drive the future of healthcare for our patients - you will need to be autonomous to lead trials assigned to you and not afraid to work out a way forward where none is obvious!

Main duties of the job

The post holder will assist and support the department in the effective recruitment and co-ordination of patients entered into complex research studies whilst taking overall responsibility for the day to day running of epidemiology and less complex treatment trials.

About us

Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is not just a statement; it's a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we're determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families.

If you're ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to continuous improvement, come join us and let's make a difference together!

Details

Date posted

06 February 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum/pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

223-RNS-121

Job locations

The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Mytton Oak Road

shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ


Job description

Job responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • NMC
  • Evidence of continuous personal, professional and academic development
  • Communication Skills training

Desirable

  • Accredited ICH GCP training
  • Informed consent training
  • Advanced communication skills training

Knowledge & experience

Essential

  • Experience of working in NHS setting

Desirable

  • Proven ability to work across boundaries, integrating with multidisciplinary staff in relation to clinical trials
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • NMC
  • Evidence of continuous personal, professional and academic development
  • Communication Skills training

Desirable

  • Accredited ICH GCP training
  • Informed consent training
  • Advanced communication skills training

Knowledge & experience

Essential

  • Experience of working in NHS setting

Desirable

  • Proven ability to work across boundaries, integrating with multidisciplinary staff in relation to clinical trials

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Mytton Oak Road

shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ


Employer's website

http://www.sath.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Mytton Oak Road

shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ


Employer's website

http://www.sath.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Trust Lead research Nurse

Mandy Carnahan

m.carnahan@nhs.net

01743261000

Details

Date posted

06 February 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum/pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

223-RNS-121

Job locations

The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Mytton Oak Road

shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ


Supporting documents

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