Job summary
The
Cardiology Research Team is recruiting!
The
Research and Innovation Department is continuing its exciting expansion. We
have several research specialities and the structural cardiology research
portfolio is looking for a research nurse. It is a full time post (1.0 WTE),
with a 12 month temporary contract (or 12 month secondment) due to the
existing post holder being seconded to another role. This post will be based
at Leeds General Infirmary.
The
post holder will contribute actively to the conduct, coordination, and
delivery of the structural cardiology research portfolio. The main tasks are:
Coordinating
the setup and delivery of research studies
Supporting
recruitment, consent, and follow-up of participants
Using
core nursing clinical skills to support safe study delivery
In
addition of being responsible for ensuring that high standards of clinical
care planning, delivery, safety, and patient satisfaction are to a very high
standards, compliance with Trust policy, study protocol requirements, local
and national guidance and legislation is required
If
you are interested in the post, we would like to encourage you to contact the
recruiting manager for an informal discussion.
Expected Shortlisting
Date
24/03/2026
Planned Interview
Date
09/04/2026
Main duties of the job
We
are looking to recruit a proactive and self-motivated individual with a keen
interest in research to work within the structural cardiology research team.
The post holder will be required to work alongside industry partners, the
National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) Clinical Research Network (CRN)
Yorkshire and Humber (Y&H) and colleagues in neighbouring establishments,
attending regional and national meetings as required. They will contribute to
study setup, data collection, documentation, and regulatory compliance,
ensuring that all research activity is conducted in line with Trust policy,
study protocols, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and national legislation. The
role requires excellent communication, organisational skills, and the ability
to work independently as well as part of a team to support the safe and
efficient delivery of research.
About us
Research
is at the heart of our Trust. Leeds Teaching Hospitals is involved in
research at all levels, developing and trialling new treatments for patients.
We believe that being involved in cutting-edge research helps us provide
better care to our patients.
Over
the next 5 years, we aim to be the best Trust to deliver high-quality
clinical research and to champion research amongst our staff. We also aim to
support and grow our world-class clinical infrastructure and assets for
research and innovation.
We
have a very proactive Research Academy. It offers an extensive programme of
education and training tailored to meet the needs of individuals, teams
involved in clinical research delivery in Health and Social Care.
Our
five Trust values are part of what make us different. They have been
developed by our staff. They are:
-
Patient-centred
-
Collaborative
-
Fair
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Accountable
-
Empowered
Leeds
Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process of redeploying 'at risk'
members of our existing workforce to new roles. As such, all our job adverts
are subject to this policy and we reserve the right to close, delay or remove
adverts while this process is completed. If you do experience a delay in the
shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please bear with us while this
process is completed, and contact the named contact if you have any
questions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The
post holder will contribute actively to the conduct, coordination and
delivery of the Research Portfolio, under the leadership of the
Senior
Research Nurse/Midwife/AHP. Working effectively with the immediate and
broader multidisciplinary team (MDT), being responsible for ensuring that
high standards of clinical care planning, delivery, safety and patient
satisfaction is to a very high standard, compliant with Trust policy, study
protocol requirements, local and national guidance and legislation.
The
post holder will support the Senior Research Nurse/Midwife/AHP, Principle
Investigators and associated multidisciplinary colleagues in the planning,
scheduling, conduct, recruitment, patient care, support and data collection
required for all studies within the department. They will be responsible for
developing their own clinical practice, maintaining competencies (related to
the research portfolio) and where
appropriate
taking delegated responsibility for the clinical elements of studies in line
with Trust policies and study protocols.
Working
effectively and proactively with agreed external agencies and collaborative
partners, the individual will adhere to agreed study pathways and processes
to derive accurate and robust data capture, and ensure pharmacovigilance is
maintained. The post holder will be involved in ensuring that research
undertaken within the department safeguards the wellbeing of patients and is
conducted within the
confines
of ICH Good Clinical Practice Guidelines for Research, EU directive, UK
Governance Framework and other relevant UK legislation pertaining to the
conduct and delivery of research.
The
post holder will act as a role model developing the research team and
ensuring effective management of the department in the absence of the Senior
Research Nurse/Midwife/AHP. During exceptional times of need, you will
contribute to clinical service, as agreed
with
the Matron for the CSU and in line with the Trusts escalation policy.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The
post holder will contribute actively to the conduct, coordination and
delivery of the Research Portfolio, under the leadership of the
Senior
Research Nurse/Midwife/AHP. Working effectively with the immediate and
broader multidisciplinary team (MDT), being responsible for ensuring that
high standards of clinical care planning, delivery, safety and patient
satisfaction is to a very high standard, compliant with Trust policy, study
protocol requirements, local and national guidance and legislation.
The
post holder will support the Senior Research Nurse/Midwife/AHP, Principle
Investigators and associated multidisciplinary colleagues in the planning,
scheduling, conduct, recruitment, patient care, support and data collection
required for all studies within the department. They will be responsible for
developing their own clinical practice, maintaining competencies (related to
the research portfolio) and where
appropriate
taking delegated responsibility for the clinical elements of studies in line
with Trust policies and study protocols.
Working
effectively and proactively with agreed external agencies and collaborative
partners, the individual will adhere to agreed study pathways and processes
to derive accurate and robust data capture, and ensure pharmacovigilance is
maintained. The post holder will be involved in ensuring that research
undertaken within the department safeguards the wellbeing of patients and is
conducted within the
confines
of ICH Good Clinical Practice Guidelines for Research, EU directive, UK
Governance Framework and other relevant UK legislation pertaining to the
conduct and delivery of research.
The
post holder will act as a role model developing the research team and
ensuring effective management of the department in the absence of the Senior
Research Nurse/Midwife/AHP. During exceptional times of need, you will
contribute to clinical service, as agreed
with
the Matron for the CSU and in line with the Trusts escalation policy.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Significant post registration experience
- Experience of computer databases and administration
- Knowledge of clinical research specific issues
- Recent professional development
Desirable
- Relevant clinical experience
- Research Experience
Skills & Behaviours
Essential
- Autonomy and Independence
- Capable of lateral thinking
- IT Skills
- Time management
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post.
- Willing to undergo training as necessary
Desirable
- Implementation of good clinical practice
- Clinical Research
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (Level 1or 2) (RN Adult for adult areas and RN Child for childrens areas), Midwife or HCPC AHP or Clinical Research Practitioner registered (including registration to AHCS)
- Post registration qualification in specialty
Desirable
- Recognised teaching/assessing qualification
- Research qualification (e.g. certificate/MSc in clinical research
- Non-Medical Prescribing (in some specific roles this may be an essential requirement for Registered Nurses and Midwife)
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Significant post registration experience
- Experience of computer databases and administration
- Knowledge of clinical research specific issues
- Recent professional development
Desirable
- Relevant clinical experience
- Research Experience
Skills & Behaviours
Essential
- Autonomy and Independence
- Capable of lateral thinking
- IT Skills
- Time management
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post.
- Willing to undergo training as necessary
Desirable
- Implementation of good clinical practice
- Clinical Research
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (Level 1or 2) (RN Adult for adult areas and RN Child for childrens areas), Midwife or HCPC AHP or Clinical Research Practitioner registered (including registration to AHCS)
- Post registration qualification in specialty
Desirable
- Recognised teaching/assessing qualification
- Research qualification (e.g. certificate/MSc in clinical research
- Non-Medical Prescribing (in some specific roles this may be an essential requirement for Registered Nurses and Midwife)
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).
