Band 6 Clinical Research Nurse

Band 6 - Clinical Research Nurse in Vaccine Research
1.0 WTE (6 months FTC)

The Royal Free Hospital actively participates in a diverse range of clinical research sponsored both academically and commercially. We are currently seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Clinical Research Nurse to join our welcoming research team. The successful applicant will assist in the provision of the clinical trial service to Vaccine Portfolio within the Vaccine Research team which is based at Royal Free Hospital.

The post-holder will be responsible for assessing and managing the research pathway for patients participating in clinical trials. This will involve identifying suitable study participants, undertaking study assessments and procedures and ensuring patient safety by reviewing and recording adverse events. You will work collaboratively with the clinical trials research team and the wider multi-disciplinary team in the management of caseloads of clinical trial patients.

You should have excellent communication skills, together with the ability to organise and motivate others as well demonstrating significant initiative. You should be able to work autonomously, demonstrate enthusiasm and innovation when faced with challenges and be able to utilise excellent project management and time management skills in conducting the research.

The post holder may be expected to work flexibly across other clinical specialties within the Trust.

Main duties of the job
The main duties for this role are described in detail in the job description and person specification document, attached to this vacancy. Please ensure to read through to further your understanding of the role.

About us
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6 million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17 million tests.

Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top.

For more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/

Date posted: 23 October 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £47,951 to £56,863 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 6 months
Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number: 391-RFL-8152207-A

Essential Qualifications and Experience

• Registered Nurse
• Experience working in Clinical Research
• ICH GCP training
• Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values and behaviours
• Significant post registration experience
• Experience in delivering evidence based practice
• Experience of explaining complex concepts to patients in a clear and simplified manner
• Experience of acting as a patient advocate
• Experience of phlebotomy and cannulation
• Clinical research experience
• Proven effectiveness as working as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Demonstrates ability to prioritise workload
• Demonstrates ability to work under own initiative
• Proven ability to communicate effectively in writing
• Proven ability to work effectively under pressure
• Computer literacy to include experience of Word, Excel, and managing electronic databases
• Understanding of patient administration systems/CERNER and electronic patient notes
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to identify own training needs
• Displays desire for professional and personal development

Desirable

• Completed/working towards a post-graduate degree in the speciality or clinical research field
• Experience of formal/informal teaching of patients and staff
• Experience working as a preceptor/facilitator
• Demonstrates understanding of the importance of audit/quality control
• Highly motivated and able to motivate others
• Willingness to travel across multiple sites

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.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer: Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust, Royal Free Hospital, Pond Street, London, NW3 2QG
For questions about the job, contact: Abigail Tobin, Specialist Lead Clinical Trials Practitioner, abigail.tobin@nhs.net, 02077940500

The closing date is 04 November 2026.