Clinical Research Nurse/Practitioner | Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

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 on 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.

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 specialty dependant on workload demands and departmental needs, work collaboratively with other members of the research team to ensure sufficient cover and support across studies.

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 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.

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.

Delivery of the service level agreement with the East of England Regional Research Delivery Network (EoE RRDN) is an essential component of this role.

Main duties and responsibilities include:

• Using in-depth knowledge of trial protocols and their application in practice, research methodology and an in-depth working knowledge of local, national and international research regulation requirements to implement, develop and facilitate the smooth running of clinical trials.
• Review each trial protocol to identify resource implications for Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
• Ensure all regulatory approvals are in place prior to commencement of study, e.g. research ethics committee and Trust R&D permission.
• Promote trial involvement throughout the clinical and patient communities; explain trials including complex trials in an unbiased sensitive way to emotive patients.
• Liaise and discuss trials including complex trial issues, with members of the MDT before, during and after the clinical trial.
• Attend the trial investigator/research nurse/practitioner meetings and conferences when required.
• Maintain awareness of current advances in medical treatments, research, and nursing practice and use this specialised knowledge to develop and maintain high standards of care for patients.
• Participate in the preparation and delivery of research education and training programmes to all relevant healthcare staff.
• Support, supervise and manage student placements, shadowing opportunities and junior members of the team.
• Act in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Practice for Nurses, Midwives and Health Visitors and Scope of Professional Practice.
• Maintain registration on the Clinical Research Practitioner directory and awareness of, and involvement in CRP initiatives.
• Maintain one's own professional development, maintaining a contemporary personal portfolio.
• Ability to work independently and be accountable for own professional actions.
• Self-manage all work areas and workload, seeking managerial supervision as required.
• Maintain own time schedule and ensure that all timelines are adhered to.
• Co-ordinate all aspects of conducting a clinical trial and research project ensuring that trial participants are fully informed of what is required.

This advert closes on Thursday 10 Sep 2026.