Senior Paediatric Clinical Research Nurse (CRF) – RMCH
Location: Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital, Manchester.
Contract: 18-month fixed-term (maternity cover). Hours: 37.5 per week. Salary: £39,959 – £48,117 per annum (pro rata). Job reference: 349-RES-8126762-RL4. Closing date: 27/07/2026.
Responsibilities
You will be supporting an award-winning diverse team of experts who are making a difference to the future care of patients by driving forward pioneering research into new tests and treatments in a range of paediatric clinical research trials. Utilising our expertise in early phase experimental medicine, you will help translate research findings into clinical care.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to equality and diversity. 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. We support applicants with special requirements.
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
As part of safeguarding, many roles at MFT require a DBS check. The level of check depends on the role: Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred lists. DBS checks may be required for roles involving direct patient contact or working with vulnerable groups. Costs will be recovered from salary if you accept the role.
Person Specification – Training and Experience
- Proven experience of working in a clinical environment
- Experience of working to deadlines and handling a busy workload
- Experience in clinical research and interest in research
- Evidence of CPD and improved learning
- Experience of explaining complex concepts to patients
Skills and Abilities
- People management and team working
- IT proficiency with email and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Knowledge of patient information systems, clinical skills, venepuncture and cannulation
- Adept at spreadsheets, data handling and information governance
Attributes
- Proactive, independent, and able to prioritise workload
- Calm under pressure, capable of delegation and flexible shift work
- Excellent communication skills at all levels
- Self-motivated, innovative, conscientious, hardworking, tactful and diplomatic
- Willing to undertake training and travel across sites as required
Knowledge
- Clinical research principles and ICH-GCP regulations
- Clinical and research governance
- Trust policies and procedures
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (Child) level 1, currently registered with the NMC.
- Good Clinical Practice certificate.
- Degree in a health‑care subject (additional specialist training welcomed).
Employer certification / accreditation
UK professional registration is required. The role is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 exemptions and requires a DBS check.
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