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Oxford Health NHS Trust

CRF Clinical Research Nurse (Adult, Mental Health or Dual Trained)

The closing date is 19 February 2026

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Job summary

Would you like to be part of finding treatments for the future at the NIHR Oxford Health Clinical Research Facility ?

As a Mental Health or Dementia Research Nurse, working in the only Mental Health CRF in the UK, you would be part of our friendly,multidisciplinary team, offering our research participants exceptional care throughout their study journey.

A variety of research studies are currently run at The Oxford Health Clinical Research Facility (OH CRF) in Warneford: from National Institute of Health Research (NIHR) and other grant funded studies through to commercial clinical trials. Studies include observational cohort studies through to CTIMPs, covering a wide variety of disease indications from healthy volunteers to those suffering from specific conditions such asschizophrenia, depression, and dementia.

This role provides opportunities to develop, gain experience and knowledge in the field of mental health and neuroscience clinical research.Clinical experience as a registered nurse (RN, RMN, LD, or other registrations will be considered) and some familiarity with mental healthconditions or dementia is essential, but no research experience is necessary. We have lots of training available and an extensive inductionprogramme is offered to ensure staff build confidence and skill within the role.

Please note if you are based outside of the UK you will need to be fully qualified, have already passed your OSCE and have an NMC pin number to be considered for this role

Main duties of the job

The CRF has supported the development of nursing technical skills in line with study requirements, for example recent study plans have requirednursing support for undertaking skin biopsies, lumbar punctures, and the intravenous delivery of study medicines, as well as sub-cut and IMinjections.

The Clinical Research Nurse will work as a study coordinator on the CRF, coordinating clinical trial delivery and supporting the research servicewithin the CRF. The post will require you to be responsible for assessing and managing of care pathways for patients and carers participating inclinical trials. This will involve the education and monitoring of trial participants and the collection and documentation of accurate data, includingblood and tissue samples. The role involves using an in-depth knowledge of trial protocols and their application in practice, alongside a workingknowledge of and compliance with the local, national, and international research regulations. The ability to work confidently and autonomously isessential.

Our nurses provide support and mentoring for a range of Band 5 Research Assistants, Nurse Associate Trainees, Nurse Cadets andstudent nurses on placements.

Please refer to the job description attached for a comprehensive list of duties

About us

Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application please read the "candidate guide to making an application" and ensure your supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses any essential criteria.

As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and Northeast Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"

Our values are:"Caring, safe and excellent"

At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:

  • Excellent opportunities for career progression
  • Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
  • 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
  • NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
  • Competitive pension scheme
  • Lease car scheme
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Mental Health First Aiders
  • Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply)
  • Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team

Details

Date posted

09 February 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

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

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

18 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

267-CS7769245

Job locations

Clinical Research Facility, Warneford Hospital

Warneford Lane, Headington

Oxford

OX3 7JX


Job description

Job responsibilities

The NIHR Oxford Health Clinical Research Facility (OH CRF) was established in 2011, to support intensive research studies that are not feasible to conduct within the routine clinical care setting primarily in areas of mental health and neurosciences.

The OH CRF has been awarded more than £4 million over the next five years by the NIHR. The OH CRF is one of 28 facilities across England to benefit from nearly £161 million that has been awarded to expand early phase clinical research delivery in NHS hospitals.

OH CRF nurses have opportunities for training with the NIHR, UKCRF network, University of Oxford and many other study specific opportunities. Nurses may be able to expand their research experience by undertaking research themselves through working with leaders in the field at the University of Oxford Department of Psychiatry and with nurse academics at Oxford Brookes University.

For more details, please refer to the attached JD & PS or get in touch with us.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The NIHR Oxford Health Clinical Research Facility (OH CRF) was established in 2011, to support intensive research studies that are not feasible to conduct within the routine clinical care setting primarily in areas of mental health and neurosciences.

The OH CRF has been awarded more than £4 million over the next five years by the NIHR. The OH CRF is one of 28 facilities across England to benefit from nearly £161 million that has been awarded to expand early phase clinical research delivery in NHS hospitals.

OH CRF nurses have opportunities for training with the NIHR, UKCRF network, University of Oxford and many other study specific opportunities. Nurses may be able to expand their research experience by undertaking research themselves through working with leaders in the field at the University of Oxford Department of Psychiatry and with nurse academics at Oxford Brookes University.

For more details, please refer to the attached JD & PS or get in touch with us.

Person Specification

Education, Qualifications and Training

Essential

  • Registered MH or Adult Nurse
  • Evidence of postgraduate training
  • Evidence of experience in mental health

Desirable

  • GCP training
  • IV and phlebotomy trained
  • Mentorship qualification
  • 1st class honors undergraduate degree

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

  • Evidence of excellent listening, verbal and written communication skills
  • Well developed computer skills including experience using databases
  • Good time management and organisational skills
  • Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

Desirable

  • Awareness of obligatory regulations and legal requirements of NHS research

Experience

Essential

  • Significant post qualification experience
  • Clinical experience of working with people with mental and/or physical health issues and their carers
  • Evidence of continuous professional development
  • Strong desire to learn and develop clinical skills and knowledge
  • Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary environment

Desirable

  • Experience of clinical trials, or of research in a healthcare setting
  • Experience of completing electronic data entry.
Person Specification

Education, Qualifications and Training

Essential

  • Registered MH or Adult Nurse
  • Evidence of postgraduate training
  • Evidence of experience in mental health

Desirable

  • GCP training
  • IV and phlebotomy trained
  • Mentorship qualification
  • 1st class honors undergraduate degree

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

  • Evidence of excellent listening, verbal and written communication skills
  • Well developed computer skills including experience using databases
  • Good time management and organisational skills
  • Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

Desirable

  • Awareness of obligatory regulations and legal requirements of NHS research

Experience

Essential

  • Significant post qualification experience
  • Clinical experience of working with people with mental and/or physical health issues and their carers
  • Evidence of continuous professional development
  • Strong desire to learn and develop clinical skills and knowledge
  • Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary environment

Desirable

  • Experience of clinical trials, or of research in a healthcare setting
  • Experience of completing electronic data entry.

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.

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.

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

Oxford Health NHS Trust

Address

Clinical Research Facility, Warneford Hospital

Warneford Lane, Headington

Oxford

OX3 7JX


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Oxford Health NHS Trust

Address

Clinical Research Facility, Warneford Hospital

Warneford Lane, Headington

Oxford

OX3 7JX


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

CRF Team Lead

Deborah Moll

deborah.moll@oxfordhealth.nhs.uk

01865902135

Details

Date posted

09 February 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

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

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

18 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

267-CS7769245

Job locations

Clinical Research Facility, Warneford Hospital

Warneford Lane, Headington

Oxford

OX3 7JX


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