Job summary

Senior Clinical Research Nurse Post - Band 6

Adult Haematology-Oncology Research

Are you interested in an exciting career in clinical research?

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the UK and single biggest provider of specialised services in the Northwest of England.

Research & Innovation at MFT is dedicated to driving continuous improvement in the care our patients receive through clinical research. We support research across a diverse range of clinical areas and deliver improved diagnostics, treatments and devices for patients in Manchester and beyond.

Our vision is to improve the health and quality of life of our diverse population by building an organisation that:

• Excels in quality, safety, patient experience, research, innovation and teaching
• Attracts, develops and retains great people
• Is recognised internationally as a leading healthcare provider

Main duties of the job

We're looking for a part-time Band 6 (30 hours/week) Clinical Research Nurse to coordinate and deliver clinical research studies within the Adult Haematology-Oncology Research portfolio at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT).

If you are committed to providing high-quality care to patients and supporting them to make informed decisions about their treatment and research options, while guiding and advising them throughout their research journey, this role could be for you.

You'll be joining an award-winning and diverse team of experts at MFT who are making a difference to the future of care in the NHS by delivering cutting-edge trials and driving innovation in haematology and oncology.

We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual who can contribute to the continued growth and development of research within the Adult Haematology-Oncology Research Team, facilitating and supporting the safe and effective delivery of studies across our sites.

A car driver is essential due to potential cross site working.

About us

MFT is one of the largest NHS Trust In England with a turnover of over £3bn & is on a different scale than most other NHS Trusts. We're creating an exceptional integrated health & social care system for the 1 million patients who rely on our services every year.

Bringing together 10 hospitals & community services from across Manchester, Trafford & beyond, we champion collaborative working & transformation, encouraging our 30,000 workforce to pursue their most ambitious goals. We set standards that other Trusts seek to emulate so you'll benefit from a scale of opportunity that is nothing short of extraordinary.

We've also created a digitally enabled organisation to improve clinical quality, patient & staff experience, operational effectiveness & driving research, and innovation through the introduction of Hive; our Electronic Patient Record system which launched in September 2022.

We're proud to be a major academic Research Centre & Education provider, providing you with a robust infrastructure to encourage and facilitate high-quality research programmes. What's more, we're excited to be embarking on our Green Plan which sets out how MFT continues to play its part in making healthcare more sustainable.

At MFT, we create and foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, provide equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open, and transparent, protecting your health and wellbeing and shaping the future of our organisation together.

Details

Date posted: 07 October 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 6

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

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Part-time

Reference number: 349-RES-7499034*

Job locations: MFT, Clinical Trials Management Office (CTMO), First floor, North Road, Oxford Road, Oxford Road Campus, Manchester, M13 9WL

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Degree/Diploma in Nursing
• Evidence of relevant post-registration training/CPD
• NMC Registration

Desirable

• Good Clinical Practice certificate
• Research experience, or experience in haematology/haematology-oncology
• Mentorship training

Knowledge

• Understanding of clinical research
• Knowledge of ICH-Good Clinical Practice regulations
• Knowledge of NHS systems and processes
• Knowledge of evidence-based practice
• Knowledge of clinical governance
• Ability to manage difficult situations and conflict resolution
• Ability to work within Trust policies (data protection, equal opportunities, health and safety)
• Understanding of complex medical, social, and psychological needs of patients

Desirable

• Knowledge of clinical and research governance
• Knowledge of current health policy and its relevance to healthcare delivery

Experience

• Significant experience working in a clinical environment within the NHS
• Proven ability to meet deadlines
• Experience managing a busy workload

Desirable

• Data management experience
• Experience in clinical research delivery
• Experience in advanced therapies
• Audit experience

Skills

• Excellent communication skills
• IT skills including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and email
• Knowledge of patient information systems
• Ability to demonstrate people management and leadership
• Ability to deliver high standards of patient care and support relatives
• Clinical reasoning and knowledge underpinning clinical skills in relevant areas
• Ability to organise and prioritise own caseload
• Ability to work under pressure
• Accurate and legible record-keeping
• Ability to adapt to unpredictable environments
• Awareness of own limitations

Desirable

• Knowledge of information governance
• Wide range of clinical skills, including taking blood from lines
• Ability to use a variety of techniques to gather clinical data
• Ability to communicate appropriately to different audiences
• Ability to present complex information clearly, both formally and informally

Others

• Ability to work unsupervised or as part of a team
• Empathetic, caring, and non-judgemental
• Demonstrates alignment with Trust values
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable

• Awareness of research at MFT
• Access to a car

Attributes

• Proactive and able to work independently
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills
• Team player
• Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure
• Flexibility to work shifts and across multiple sites
• Tactful and diplomatic
• Self-motivated

Desirable

• Ability to troubleshoot effectively

Diversity Matters

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at resourcing@mft.nhs.uk.