About You
We are looking for someone who is flexible, highly motivated and enthusiastic about developing their skills and knowledge. You will have an interest in clinical research and evidence-based practice, together with strong IT and communication skills. Our focus is on ensuring that patients have access to high-quality research opportunities and are supported throughout their research journey. You will be encouraged and supported to develop new skills relevant to the delivery of clinical trials, which may include:
- Obtaining informed consent from participants.
- Undertaking clinical assessments and research-specific rating scales.
- Cannulation and other clinical procedures.
- Administering clinical trial medications.
- Collecting and managing research data.
- Supporting the safe and effective delivery of clinical trials in accordance with study protocols.
We provide a comprehensive induction programme for all new starters joining Research and Development. You will also be supported by an approachable and accessible management team, with opportunities for ongoing learning, development and career progression.
Join Our Growing Research Team
We have an exciting opportunity for a registered Nurse, Midwife or Allied Health Professional (AHP) to join the Rosemoor Clinical Research Team, based at North Devon District Hospital. We support a diverse portfolio of research studies and clinical trials, recruiting participants across a wide range of clinical specialties. These currently include Oncology, Critical Care, Musculoskeletal, Emergency Care, Dementia, Neurodegeneration, Ageing, Surgery, Gastroenterology, Paediatrics, Reproductive Health and Therapy Services. As a Research Nurse/Practitioner, you will play a key role in recruiting and supporting research participants across our portfolio. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams and services across North Devon District Hospital, the wider Trust and our community services.
This will include working alongside Nurse Specialists, Advanced Clinical Practitioners, Medical Staff and Allied Health Professionals. The role requires a flexible and adaptable approach, together with the ability to problem-solve and respond to the needs of patients, their carers and families, clinical teams and study sponsors, while ensuring that research is delivered in accordance with study protocols and regulatory requirements.
Our portfolio is varied and includes studies delivered in both acute hospital and community settings. The role will involve recruitment to research studies, as well as participant follow-up appointments, across these settings. Day-to-day, the Rosemoor Clinical Research Team is based in the Ladywell Unit at North Devon District Hospital in Barnstaple. You will work closely with other Research Nurses, Assistant Practitioners, Administrators and clinical teams, as well as the wider Research and Development Team.
Working Pattern
30 hours, 8am - 4pm 4 days per week or shorter days over 5 days.
Interview Date
Friday 27th November 2026
Contact
For further information please contact: Maria Dark, Lead AHP/Research Team Lead, on 01271 311889 or [email protected]
As an inclusive employer, 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 believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.
Benefits
We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.
Looking after you is important to us. We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.
Salary is not the only financial benefit.
You will also have access to other benefits including:
- 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.
- National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
- Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter Car lease schemes.
- The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
- Cycle to work scheme
- If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.
- You’ll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.
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