Registered Nurse; Research

Registered Nurse (Research)

Closing date: 25 March 2026.

We are seeking a registered Research Nurse to join our clinical research team, supporting the safe and effective delivery of clinical research in line with Good Clinical Practice and the Research Governance Framework.

The post-holder will assist with all aspects of trial delivery, including recruitment, data collection, and participant care, ensuring the rights, safety and wellbeing of participants are prioritised. They will support recruitment targets and performance objectives, and help implement and monitor clinical trial requirements.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to high-quality research while providing a positive participant experience and ensuring that all procedures are conducted according to protocol.

The Research Nurse will work as part of the clinical research team to support the safe conduct of research in accordance with the Research Governance Framework and Good Clinical Practice guidelines and provide assurance that the rights, safety and well-being of trial participants are protected.

The post-holder will be responsible for the implementation and monitoring of the clinical requirements associated with research to ensure optimum delivery of clinical trials. S/he will ensure that all research procedures are conducted according to study protocols and will be accountable for the care of research participants with a focus on providing a quality experience.

The post-holder is responsible for his/her own workload for the screening, recruitment, consent, data collection and retention of patients into research studies. Workloads will be flexible and at times will involve cross divisional support of other research teams and a flexible approach to work. On occasion the post-holder will deputise for the band 6 senior research nurse.

Monday to Friday, 8–4.

1st April 2026.

Emma Reid,

The salary advertised for this position reflects the Agenda for Change 2026-7 rates, inclusive of a 3.3% pay award implemented from April 2026. If you join before this date, remuneration will be based on the 2025-6 pay bandings (Pay scales for 2025/26 | NHS Employers).

The Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford).

Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people's own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world‑class care to our local communities.

It's never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you’ll help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we’ll help you get there.

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