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Job overview
Clinical Research Nurse/AHP/Practitioner - 37.5 hours - Fixed term 12 months
We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic nurse / allied healthcare practitioner / research practitioner with an interest in research to support our growing clinical research team.
The post holder will be responsible for the delivery of clinical trials from set-up to closure. Duties will include recruiting participants into studies, conducting research assessments and procedures such as vital signs, phlebotomy and body composition at various time points, capturing source data, updating electronic data bases and resolving data queries in a timely manner.
You must be able to demonstrate an ability to manage your own workload, to work under pressure and to work flexibly as part of a team.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will support the delivery of high‑quality clinical research across a range of specialties by identifying eligible patients, providing clear study information, and assisting with informed consent processes. They will coordinate and deliver participant‑focused research activities—including study set‑up, data collection, sample handling, follow‑up and documentation—ensuring all activity adheres to study protocols, ICH‑GCP, research governance standards and data protection requirements. Working closely with clinicians, research teams, service departments and external partners, they will help manage multiple concurrent studies, maintain accurate records, monitor participant safety, and support recruitment through regular communication and engagement. The role also involves promoting research within the Trust, contributing to training and education, supporting audit and reporting requirements, and acting as a knowledgeable resource for staff and patients involved in research.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
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This advert is for Clinical Research Nurse/AHP/Practitioner with Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust in Ashton Under Lyne, North West, England. It is listed as a Band 5 Allied health professionals role. The advertised salary is £32,073 - £39,043 pa. The contract type is 12 months (12 month fixed term contract). The application deadline is 07 Jun 2026.
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