Research Nurse

We are seeking a well organised and enthusiastic research nurse to join a large visceral pain research project; UKRI APDP ADVANTAGE study - https://gtr.ukri.org/projects?ref=MR%2FW002426%2F1.

You will play a key role in the ADVANTAGE project and form part of the clinical research team for the project working in the Academic Anaesthetics Department within Addenbrookes hospital. There is also a second clinical team based in Edinburgh which you will work closely with throughout the project.

The post will involve ascertaining, consenting, testing, and managing research patients. Previous clinical research experience, training, and skills in consenting and venepuncture is essential. A background in pain research or in pain clinics would be beneficial as would experience of wearable devices and sensory/pain testing, however, further training can be offered to the right candidate.

Excellent communication and organisation skills are required as the successful applicant will be expected to liaise with participants, collaborators and other healthcare professionals and research teams across the country. Applicants should have experience of autonomously managing their own workload and a willingness to work well as part of a multidisciplinary team. Having an adaptable and flexible approach to working hours and duties is desirable as the requirements of this position are varied.

Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service check (enhanced with children and adults' barred lists). This appointment also requires NMC Registration, a Research Passport application and an Honorary Clinical Contract. Any offer of employment we make to you will be conditional upon the satisfactory completion of these checks, whether an outcome is satisfactory will be determined by the University. Applicants must be a Registered Nurse with current NMC registration.

The funds for these posts are available until 30th June 2026.

Informal enquiries can be made to Jason Crawte jc2231@cam.ac.uk

We welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for part-time working or other flexible working arrangements.

To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please click the 'Apply' button above. 

This is an integrated appointment between the University and the  relevant NHS Trust/Body ("NHS  Trust"). You will therefore also be  issued with an Honorary Research Contract by the NHS Trust. You  should be aware that if your contract with the NHS Trust is terminated your employment with the University will be terminated, and vice versa.

Closing date: 9th February 2025

Interviews: To be confirmed

Please ensure that you upload a covering letter and CV in the Upload section of the online application.  The covering letter should outline how you match the criteria for the post and why you are applying for this role. If you upload any additional documents which have not been requested, we will not be able to consider these as part of your application.

Please include details of your referees, including e-mail address and phone number, one of which must be your most recent line manager.

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The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

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