Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Senior Clinical Research Nurse
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Senior Clinical Research Nurse Post - Band 6
Greater Manchester - Commercial Research Delivery Centre (GMCRDC)
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the UK, employing over 20,000 staff.
We are responsible for running a family of 10 hospitals across seven separate sites, providing a wide range of services from comprehensive local general hospital care through to highly specialised regional and national services.
We are the main provider of hospital care to approximately 750,000 people in Manchester and Trafford and the single biggest provider of specialized services in the North West of England. We are also the lead provider for a significant number of specialized services including Breast Care, Vascular, Cardiac, Respiratory, Urology Cancer, Pediatrics, Women’s Services, Ophthalmology, Genomic Medicine and infectious diseases.
Our vision is to improve the health and quality of life of our diverse population by building an organization 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
We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual who is capable of contributing to the development of research within our GM-CRDC Research Team.
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The Greater Manchester Clinical Research Delivery Centre (GM CRDC) is a collaborative infrastructure supporting the rapid delivery of early-phase and commercial clinical trials across Greater Manchester. Hosted by Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), it enables innovative research to improve patient outcomes.
This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic research environment, develop advanced clinical research skills, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary network. The team delivers large-scale vaccine trials and a wide portfolio of commercial studies across GM CRDC partners.
The post requires cross-site working within MFT and flexibility to travel across GM CRDC partner organisations.
You will take a proactive approach in managing clinical research studies including developing study procedures and practice, gaining consent and approvals and recruiting patients, alongside clinical duties including providing the highest quality patient care and collecting and processing samples.
Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe – a great place to shape your career.
With a workforce of over 30,000 colleagues, we work together to deliver exceptional care to more than 1 million people every year.
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Behind every patient cared for are people like you - keeping services running smoothly, supporting clinical teams, and helping create safe, welcoming environments for patients and our people alike.
At MFT, we believe in the power of teamwork, respect, and inclusion. Our People Plan reflects our commitment to making MFT a place where everyone feels they belong, where your ideas are heard, and your contribution is truly valued. Join us and work smarter with our digital technology and thrive in a collaborative culture that empowers you to deliver your best to ensure that your work behind the scenes creates seamless, high-quality care and exceptional patient outcomes.
Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow, we offer clear pathways for development and a culture that supports your wellbeing, ambition, and success. Everything you do makes a real difference to the lives of others.
At MFT, your role matters, your impact is real, and you’re part of something bigger from day one.
For further details / informal visits contact:
- Name: Sandhya Eapen
- Job title: Research Nurse Manager
- Email address: sandhya.eapen@mft.nhs.uk
- Telephone number: 0161 701 4738
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