Job summary
Clinical Research is the scientific study of health and the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of illness.
Clinical Research can make a real difference to health outcomes. Not only is it important for advancements in treatment, but it has been proven that patients cared for in a research-active organisation have better outcomes. In an average year, we recruit around 13,000 research participants into a broad range of research studies. We're proud of our world-leading reputation for research excellence and how we're making a difference across our communities.
The set up and delivery of trials is supported by around 400 members of staff who are part of the Clinical Research Directorate. They all play an important part in helping to embed research into patient care. We offer our staff unique learning opportunities that enable them to fulfil their role and maximise their potential.
The Renal Research team is looking to appoint an enthusiastic and motivated Research Nurse.
The suitable candidate will have substantial specialty and/or research delivery experience. We deliver a variety of research studies including:CTIMPsObservational studiesRegistries
- Interview Date Tuesday 09 September 2025
- 37 Hours 30 Minutes/Week
- You will be redirected to Trac to apply for the vacancy. Please expand the job details section and read all of the information before applying for the vacancy
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Main duties of the job
We seek a motivated, enthusiastic and flexible candidate to join the Renal Research Team at the Freeman Hospital. This is a clinical patient facing post, which requires a dynamic individual who can work both independently and as part of a team.
A full programme of induction and ongoing support will be provided to the successful candidate who will have the opportunity to facilitate the delivery of research studies within the Renal specialty.
An overview of the Research Nurse role:
The successful candidate will take lead on a varied portfolio of studies ensuring they are conducted in line with research protocols and Good Clinical Practice. This will include screening, recruitment and follow up of research participants. The research nurse will be responsible for carrying out all research activities, such as; clinical measurements, venepuncture, administering the study intervention, sample processing, data management and safety reporting.
Please note as per the essential criteria the candidate must have substantial research and/or specialty experience to apply for this role.
About us
As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
Our staff oversee over 6,500 patient contacts every day, delivering high standards of healthcare from the following sites:
o Freeman Hospitalo Royal Victoria Infirmary (RVI)o Health Innovation Neighbourhood (on the former Newcastle General Hospital and Centre for Ageing and Vitality site)o Newcastle Dental Hospitalo Newcastle Fertility Centreo Northern Centre for Cancer Care, North Cumbriao Northern Genetics Serviceo Cramlington Manor Walks
These include a range of flagship services which deliver cutting-edge care (supported by state-of-the-art diagnostic services in both radiology and pathology) and are a catalyst for innovation to support pioneering clinical practice in the NHS.
We also have offices at Regent Point in Gosforth and community sites.
Please see attached information on what Staff Benefits we have to offer at our Trust under 'Documents to download' or 'Supporting documents'.
For further information on The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust please visit: Careers | Newcastle Hospitals | NHS | Newcastle Hospitals and Newcastle Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To participate in the creation and maintenance of a high-quality clinical research environment.
- To initiate and manage nursing activities related to academic studies and clinical trials, from initiation to termination, according to ICH good clinical practice guidelines.
- Supervise junior members of the team.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To participate in the creation and maintenance of a high-quality clinical research environment.
- To initiate and manage nursing activities related to academic studies and clinical trials, from initiation to termination, according to ICH good clinical practice guidelines.
- Supervise junior members of the team.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Education
Essential
- Registered Nurse (appropriate to branch)
- Academic attainment at diploma level and prepared to undertake degree level study
- Meets Nursing and Midwifery council requirements for mentorship
Desirable
- Current driving licence if relevant to role
- Academic attainment at degree/masters' level
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- An understanding of the application of research in the clinical governance agenda
- An understanding of research governance and the research process
- Substantial post registration experience in clinical speciality area and/or clinical research delivery
- Evidence of research activity and ability to demonstrate research competency
Desirable
- Experience of working within speciality
- Experience of supporting clinical research delivery
- Experience related to information retrieval and research application
- Experience of mentoring junior staff
- Evidence of current role expansion that can be applied to the role
- Experience of project management
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Excellent IT knowledge/skills
- Advanced interpersonal and communication skills
- Advanced clinical skills (i.e., venepuncture, cannulation, ECG)
- High level of organisation and time management skills
- Ability to work on own initiative
Person Specification
Qualifications & Education
Essential
- Registered Nurse (appropriate to branch)
- Academic attainment at diploma level and prepared to undertake degree level study
- Meets Nursing and Midwifery council requirements for mentorship
Desirable
- Current driving licence if relevant to role
- Academic attainment at degree/masters' level
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- An understanding of the application of research in the clinical governance agenda
- An understanding of research governance and the research process
- Substantial post registration experience in clinical speciality area and/or clinical research delivery
- Evidence of research activity and ability to demonstrate research competency
Desirable
- Experience of working within speciality
- Experience of supporting clinical research delivery
- Experience related to information retrieval and research application
- Experience of mentoring junior staff
- Evidence of current role expansion that can be applied to the role
- Experience of project management
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Excellent IT knowledge/skills
- Advanced interpersonal and communication skills
- Advanced clinical skills (i.e., venepuncture, cannulation, ECG)
- High level of organisation and time management skills
- Ability to work on own initiative
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).
