Lead Nurse - Research and Development

Opportunity for Lead Research Nurse

A leadership opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, and motivated experienced Research Nurse with a passion for operational delivery of clinical research to join our growing Research and Development team at Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. The research delivery team deliver high quality research across a diverse portfolio of clinical trials. The successful candidate will work closely with the research Matron to lead the growth of the portfolio of studies and further development of the team, working together with the clinical teams to embed research, increasing opportunities for our patients.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a positive research culture, raise the profile of research within the Trust, and support the team to meet ambitious recruitment and delivery targets. We are committed to supporting your professional development and offer a range of training and mentorship opportunities. Flexible working arrangements can be considered.

• Act as Lead Nurse for Research and Development, leading and managing the research delivery team, ensuring effective operational delivery of a broad and varied portfolio of clinical trials in full compliance with study protocols, Good Clinical Practice, and all relevant legislation.
• Coordinate allocation of studies and workforce planning to maintain the right skill mix, while providing day‑day guidance, mentorship, and supervision to the research delivery team.
• Offer expert advice to staff, patients, and external partners, and play a key role in promoting research activity across the Trust, contributing to local and national strategies to achieve ambitious recruitment and delivery targets.
• Ensure robust governance systems are in place, champion quality assurance and patient safety, and maintain accurate documentation and reporting throughout all stages of research delivery.
• Deputise for the Matron when required, represent the Trust at internal and external meetings, and actively support the development and implementation of departmental strategies, policies, and service improvements.

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust, currently rated Good by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and achieving significant progress in the delivery of our strategic objectives, including our ambition to be the best Place to Work. We scored best in the country in the most recent NHS Staff Survey for teamwork, compassionate leadership, and supporting work/life balance.

In 2024's survey, the Trust also scored above average in every theme of the NHS People Promise. We are proud of the commitment of our colleagues to ensuring a strong and sustainable future and our organisation is highly valued by our local communities. There has never been a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. It is moving at pace and a we can do this attitude is evident right through the organisation.

Barnsley Hospital NHS FT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants.

For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link on the right hand side of the advert to check your eligibility, please note that band 2 and 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship. The cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles will only be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction.