Job summary
Do you want to help shape the future of dementia treatment?
We are seeking an experienced Band 7 research nurse to take a senior clinical role delivering early-phase dementia trials within the NIHR Oxford Health Clinical Research Facility.
Working through the Alzheimer's Society-funded UK Dementia Trials Network (UKDTN), you will combine hands-on research delivery with visible clinical leadership. You will lead and support a specialist research nursing team, work closely with investigators and sponsors, and ensure complex studies are delivered safely, ethically and to the highest standards.
A key part of the role is championing the experience of people living with dementia and their carers throughout the research journey.
This role is ideal for a confident registered nurse who values autonomy, responsibility and the opportunity to make a tangible difference through research.
For more information please see our website: NIHR Oxford Health Clinical Research Facility UK Dementia Trials Network Alzheimer's Research UK
Main duties of the job
This senior clinical research role leads the delivery of early-phase dementia trials within the NIHR Oxford Health Clinical Research Facility and the Memory & Cognition Research Delivery Team, as part of the Alzheimer's Society-funded UK Dementia Trials Network.
You will provide clinical and professional leadership to a dedicated research nursing team, supporting their development, supervision and day-to-day delivery of complex studies. Working closely with investigators, R&D, sponsors and partner organisations, you will coordinate trials from set-up through to close-out, ensuring they are delivered safely, ethically and in line with regulatory and governance requirements.
A key part of the role is maintaining high standards of participant care and experience, including direct clinical involvement in trial visits, assessments and monitoring, and acting as a consistent point of contact for participants and carers. You will apply sound clinical judgement, manage risk, and respond confidently to issues as they arise.
You will also play an outward-facing role, building referral pathways, contributing to service development, and representing Oxford Health, the Alzheimer's Society and UKDTN at local and national level. This role suits someone who is organised, resilient and collaborative, with strong leadership skills, a commitment to quality and safety, and a genuine motivation to improve outcomes for people living with dementia through research.
About us
Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East 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
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Senior Research Nurse Alzheimers Society UK Dementia Trials Network (UKDTN) plays a key role in the delivery of earlyphase dementia clinical trials within Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust. The post is based within the NIHR Oxford Health Clinical Research Facility (OH CRF) and works closely with the Memory and Cognition Research Delivery Team to support a growing and complex dementia research portfolio.
Clinical research delivery
The post holder will coordinate and deliver earlyphase and complex dementia studies from setup to closeout, ensuring all activity is conducted safely, ethically and in line with national and international standards, study protocols, Good Clinical Practice and Trust governance requirements. This includes direct clinical involvement in participant visits, trial assessments, monitoring participant safety, managing adverse events, and acting as a consistent point of contact for participants and carers throughout their research journey.
Leadership and team management
The role provides clinical and professional leadership to Alzheimers Societyfunded UKDTN Research Nurses and contributes to wider research team leadership within the OH CRF. Responsibilities include daytoday supervision, workload coordination, supporting staff development and competencies, and promoting a positive, safe and highperforming research culture.
Study coordination and governance
The post holder will work closely with Principal Investigators, R&D, sponsors and delivery teams, and external partners to support study feasibility, setup and delivery. They will ensure highquality documentation, data accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards, and will contribute to audits, inspections, incident management and continuous quality improvement activities.
Partnership working and service development
A key element of the role is building and maintaining effective working relationships across Oxford Health, Oxford University Hospitals, Alzheimers Society, UKDTN partner sites, memory services, community teams and thirdsector organisations. The post holder will support the development of referral pathways and initiatives that improve access to dementia research and participant experience.
National contribution and representation
As part of the UKDTN and Alzheimers Society Research Nurse Programme, the post holder will contribute to national objectives, reporting and knowledgesharing. This includes representing Oxford Health at regional, national and international meetings, supporting training and mentorship across the network, and contributing to service reports and programme outputs.
The role requires a professional who is organised, resilient and collaborative, able to manage competing priorities, exercise sound clinical judgement, and work confidently across organisational boundaries in a dynamic research environment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Senior Research Nurse Alzheimers Society UK Dementia Trials Network (UKDTN) plays a key role in the delivery of earlyphase dementia clinical trials within Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust. The post is based within the NIHR Oxford Health Clinical Research Facility (OH CRF) and works closely with the Memory and Cognition Research Delivery Team to support a growing and complex dementia research portfolio.
Clinical research delivery
The post holder will coordinate and deliver earlyphase and complex dementia studies from setup to closeout, ensuring all activity is conducted safely, ethically and in line with national and international standards, study protocols, Good Clinical Practice and Trust governance requirements. This includes direct clinical involvement in participant visits, trial assessments, monitoring participant safety, managing adverse events, and acting as a consistent point of contact for participants and carers throughout their research journey.
Leadership and team management
The role provides clinical and professional leadership to Alzheimers Societyfunded UKDTN Research Nurses and contributes to wider research team leadership within the OH CRF. Responsibilities include daytoday supervision, workload coordination, supporting staff development and competencies, and promoting a positive, safe and highperforming research culture.
Study coordination and governance
The post holder will work closely with Principal Investigators, R&D, sponsors and delivery teams, and external partners to support study feasibility, setup and delivery. They will ensure highquality documentation, data accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards, and will contribute to audits, inspections, incident management and continuous quality improvement activities.
Partnership working and service development
A key element of the role is building and maintaining effective working relationships across Oxford Health, Oxford University Hospitals, Alzheimers Society, UKDTN partner sites, memory services, community teams and thirdsector organisations. The post holder will support the development of referral pathways and initiatives that improve access to dementia research and participant experience.
National contribution and representation
As part of the UKDTN and Alzheimers Society Research Nurse Programme, the post holder will contribute to national objectives, reporting and knowledgesharing. This includes representing Oxford Health at regional, national and international meetings, supporting training and mentorship across the network, and contributing to service reports and programme outputs.
The role requires a professional who is organised, resilient and collaborative, able to manage competing priorities, exercise sound clinical judgement, and work confidently across organisational boundaries in a dynamic research environment.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree-level or equivalent in relevant field
- Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certification
- Current Professional NMC registration without restrictions
Desirable
- Postgraduate training - MSc, MA, PhD, in health, research or related field
- Postgraduate teaching, mentorship or practice education qualification
Experience
Essential
- Recent, relevant clinical experience of working with people with dementia
- Experience of delivering or coordinating clinical research in a healthcare or research setting
- Experience of leading, managing or supervising staff, with evidence of effective leadership
- Experience of working within regulated clinical or research environments
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of research governance and regulatory requirements within NHS or equivalent settings
- Awareness of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and participant safety requirements
- Understanding of the delivery of clinical research within complex, multi-stakeholder environments
- Awareness of evidence-based practice and its application to clinical research delivery
Skills and attributes
Essential
- Ability to work autonomously and exercise sound clinical and professional judgement
- Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively in a dynamic environment
- Commitment to participant dignity, safety and high-quality research delivery
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree-level or equivalent in relevant field
- Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certification
- Current Professional NMC registration without restrictions
Desirable
- Postgraduate training - MSc, MA, PhD, in health, research or related field
- Postgraduate teaching, mentorship or practice education qualification
Experience
Essential
- Recent, relevant clinical experience of working with people with dementia
- Experience of delivering or coordinating clinical research in a healthcare or research setting
- Experience of leading, managing or supervising staff, with evidence of effective leadership
- Experience of working within regulated clinical or research environments
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of research governance and regulatory requirements within NHS or equivalent settings
- Awareness of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and participant safety requirements
- Understanding of the delivery of clinical research within complex, multi-stakeholder environments
- Awareness of evidence-based practice and its application to clinical research delivery
Skills and attributes
Essential
- Ability to work autonomously and exercise sound clinical and professional judgement
- Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively in a dynamic environment
- Commitment to participant dignity, safety and high-quality research delivery
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
NIHR Oxford Health Clinical Research Facility
Warneford Hospital Warneford Lane, Headington, Oxford, Oxfordshire
Oxford
OX3 7JX
Employer's website
https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
