Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Clinical Research Nurse/Practitioner
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Department: Research & Development
Band 6: £39,959 - £48,117 Per annum
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working
This is an exciting opportunity for two registered nurses, educated to a degree level, with substantial clinical nursing experience to work in research delivery.
We are looking for someone who can multitask, is resourceful, patient-centred and able to work in clinical settings as well as an office (IT, e-calendars, virtual meetings, data management, etc). Prior experience in research delivery prioritised.
The post holder will join our team and work towards set-up, delivery, and follow-up of research studies across various specialties, hence the requirement for a sound clinical base, ability to process complex information and assuredness. Due to the nature of research your workload will cover different specialties and may vary depending on the need of the department.
However, gaining insight and experience into research governance, delivery, and process which leads to evidence-based practice is a great addition to your career and strengthens your communication, organisational skills and multidisciplinary work.
For an informal discussion, please contact Claire Chisenga – Senior Research Practitioner, 01908 995136
Interview: 16 September 2026
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The post holder will work within the Research and Development Team at Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, with a primary aim of promoting the entry of patients into clinical trials across the Trust in line with the National Institute for Health and Social Care Research high-level objectives. The post holder will be allocated a specialty depending on workload demands and departmental needs, work collaboratively with other members of the research team to ensure sufficient cover and support across studies.
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The purpose of the job is to coordinate clinical studies, ensure the safeguarding and wellbeing of participants, conduct research in accordance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and facilitate the production of high-quality research.
Central to this role is the informed recruitment, education, and monitoring of the patient entering a clinical trial; good communication skills are imperative for effective collaboration and organised management of the varied workload to allow regular prioritisation along with maintenance of a transparent record of research schedules.
The post holder will work closely with MKUH clinical teams and support departments as and when required, continually striving to improve the quality of care and clinical outcomes.
Milton Keynes University Hospital, in proud partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital committed to advancing patient care through cutting-edge research and education. With a “Good” rating from the CQC and significant investment underway, this is an exciting time to join our team and grow your career.
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As a medium-sized general hospital, we provide a full range of general medical and surgical services, including a busy Emergency Department, Maternity, and Paediatrics. As the population of our city and surrounding areas continues to grow rapidly, we are expanding and enhancing our facilities to meet rising demand and improve access to care for all our communities.
We are also proud to offer a growing portfolio of specialist services. In January 2025, we opened our state-of-the-art Radiotherapy Centre, bringing advanced cancer treatment closer to home. Our services also include neonatology, specialist surgical care, and a wide range of diagnostics, supported by the new Community Diagnostic Centre at Whitehouse Health Centre. We have just opened the Oak Wards - a new ward block featuring two 24-bed wards.
Further investment is underway, including the recently approved Women and Children’s Centre, set to open by 2030.
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For further details / informal visits contact:
Name: Claire Chisenga
Job title: Senior Research Practitioner
Email address: claire.chama-hall@mkuh.nhs.uk
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