• Job Description

  Req#: C9298-DRI-0229?language=en&page=32&sort=publicationDateDesc

  Job summary

  We are looking to recruit 1 proactive and self-motivated, Band 6 Nurse to work in the Childrens Research Team, under the remit of (R&I). The post will be 1.0 WTE permanent Position. The Research Nurse will actively contribute across the children's research portfolio, which may oversee aspects of Oncology, Neuromuscular and some of the general specialities such as Diabetes, Respiratory, Allergy etc. The Research Nurse will work 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 research nurse post will cover both the inpatient and outpatient settings with the caseload varying in size and complexity according to the trial portfolio. The post holder will be required to work alongside industry partners, the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) Research Delivery Network (RDN) Yorkshire and Humber, and colleagues in neighbouring establishments, attending regional and national meetings as required. The post holder will actively contribute to the meeting the needs of the Children's Research Service, and support effective team working, and support a drive to developing and maintaining their own development needs.

  Main duties of the job

  The post holder will support the Senior Research Nurse/Midwife/AHP, Principal 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 is undertaken within the department safeguards for 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 role model developing and meeting needs of the research team, 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.

  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

  - 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.

  Details

  Date posted

  23 July 2025

  Pay scheme

  Agenda for change

  Band

  Band 6

  Salary

  £38,682 to £46,580 a year

  Contract

  Permanent

  Working pattern

  Full-time, Flexible working

  Reference number

  C9298-DRI-0229

  Job locations

  St. James's University Hospital

  Beckett Street

  Leeds

  LS9 7TF

  
  

  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.

  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.

  Person Specification

  Experience

  Essential

  • Significant post registration experience
  • Experience of computer databases and administration
  • Knowledge of clinical research specific issues

  Desirable

  • Relevant clinical experience
  • Research Experience

  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)

  Skills and Behaviours

  Essential

  • Autonomy
  • Independence
  • Capable of lateral thinking
  • IT Skills
  • Time management
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

  Desirable

  • Implementation of good clinical practice
  • Clinical Research

  Other Criteria

  Essential

  • Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for post

  Person Specification

  Experience

  Essential

  • Significant post registration experience
  • Experience of computer databases and administration
  • Knowledge of clinical research specific issues

  Desirable

  • Relevant clinical experience
  • Research Experience

  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)

  Skills and Behaviours

  Essential

  • Autonomy
  • Independence
  • Capable of lateral thinking
  • IT Skills
  • Time management
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

  Desirable

  • Implementation of good clinical practice
  • Clinical Research

  Other Criteria

  Essential

  • Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for post

  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

  Leeds Teaching Hospitals

  Address

  St. James's University Hospital

  Beckett Street

  Leeds

  LS9 7TF

  
  

  Employer's website

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

  Employer details

  Employer name

  Leeds Teaching Hospitals

  Address

  St. James's University Hospital

  Beckett Street

  Leeds

  LS9 7TF

  
  

  Employer's website

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

• About the company

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