Job summary We would like to invite you to apply for this fantastic opportunity to join our excellent research team at Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHSTrust. As an expert in research, the Lead Research Nurse (Commercial) will contribute to the development of the Trust's strategic approach to research delivery. Working with key stakeholders on a national, regional and local basis, the post holder will provide professional leadership, expertise and will lead the Trust's research delivery workforce. We are looking for applicants with experience of working in commercial research, who will develop the strategic direction for research delivery and will be responsible for ensuring a well-trained and competent workforce to facilitate delivery of the Trust Research Strategy and NIHR High Level Objectives. You will be in contact with a broad professional group, as well as members of the public and research sponsors. High level of communication skills are essential and time management skills. All work will be carried out in accordance with ICH-GCP, the General Data Protection Regulation and Research Governance Policy, as well as local Standard Operating Procedures and policies. The work requires initiative, accuracy and attention to detail. Main duties of the job The post holder will be responsible for raising the profile of the research delivery workforce within and outside the Trust and supporting the implementation of the Trust's Research Strategy. This includes leading delivery of the Commercial Research Delivery Centre at MYTT and initiating, developing and leading other strategic initiatives focused on commercial research activity. The post holder will play a key role in the development and implementation of a model to increase clinical trial activity particularly commercially sponsored trials within the Trust. About us We are an acute and community trust caring for over half a million people in Wakefield and Kirklees. Our 10,000 staff work in patients homes, the community, and our three hospitals in Pontefract, Dewsbury, and Pinderfields (Wakefield). We prioritise our people and values so we can deliver the best possible care to patients. Our team is friendly, passionate, and innovative, always seeking better ways to work. We support work-life balance and foster a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone belongs. Our staff networks offer safe spaces to share ideas and concerns so we can increase awareness and appreciation of equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and especially encourage members of the LGBTQ community, ethnic minority groups, and people with disabilities or neurodivergence to apply, as they are currently underrepresented in the Trust. If you value caring, high standards, improvement, and respect, join the MY team to make a difference every day. Application guidance: We understand that more applicants are using AI technology to help with their applications. While these tools can be useful, they cannot fully capture your skills, knowledge, and experience. Its important that you personalise your application. Relying solely on AI is not recommended, as it may reduce your chances of success. Our screening process is thorough, so if you have used AI, please make sure to disclose this on your application form. Date posted 26 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8a Salary £53,755 to £60,504 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working Reference number C9377-CORP1052 Job locations Pinderfields Hospital Aberford Road Wakefield West Yorkshire WF1 4DG Job description Job responsibilities Lead in the promotion of increased and high quality clinical research activity, particularly commercially sponsored clinical research. Develop and implement strategies for trial set up and recruiting patients to clinical trials and support less experienced teams to implement such strategies. Lead teams responsible for the delivery of trials. Be responsible for ensuring that practice within research adheres to governance/ Data Protection (GDPR)/Confidentiality/Caldicott principles and Human Research Authority (HRA) & NIHR approval processes for studies. Be responsible for developing, setting and monitoring research related core standards of care across the research delivery service. Provides highly specialised advice in relation to research to patients, carers, and a wide range of health care professionals involved in the research process. Ensure participant care is delivered according to the Trust policies, procedures, study protocols, the Research Governance Framework and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) regulations. Act as an expert resource in relation to clinical research study delivery, research governance and study management for Principle Investigators (PI)s, CRN/Ms, non-registered research staff and clinical staff. Be responsible for the effective management of the research delivery workforce, facilitating a flexible model to ensure the timely, effective running of clinical research studies to ensure delivery of the NIHR high level objectives. Ensure systems are in place to develop and maintain clinical competencies. Work with the RM&S Manager and broader team to ensure that studies commence on time, achieve their contractual requirements including patient recruitment and support performance management. Ensure the effective use of Trust resources in the planning and delivery of studies. Maintain a visible presence across the team and the wider organisation. Using expert knowledge, practice & critical judgement skills continually seek to identify areas of current clinical research nurse/midwifery practices that could be adapted or modified to improve study delivery and participant engagement. Ensure that good practice is shared and disseminated. Support and work collaboratively with Head of Research in developing Patient and Public engagement strategies, ensuring that patient, carer and the general public voice is included across the spectrum of research. Ensure clinical and non-clinical incidents are reported in accordance with Trust policy and agree and implement actions in response to these. Demonstrate own personal development with self-directed learning and identifying and accessing internal and external development opportunities. Provide detailed and transparent reports of workload, outcomes, and recommendations for future developments within research delivery. Job description Job responsibilities Lead in the promotion of increased and high quality clinical research activity, particularly commercially sponsored clinical research. Develop and implement strategies for trial set up and recruiting patients to clinical trials and support less experienced teams to implement such strategies. Lead teams responsible for the delivery of trials. Be responsible for ensuring that practice within research adheres to governance/ Data Protection (GDPR)/Confidentiality/Caldicott principles and Human Research Authority (HRA) & NIHR approval processes for studies. Be responsible for developing, setting and monitoring research related core standards of care across the research delivery service. Provides highly specialised advice in relation to research to patients, carers, and a wide range of health care professionals involved in the research process. Ensure participant care is delivered according to the Trust policies, procedures, study protocols, the Research Governance Framework and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) regulations. Act as an expert resource in relation to clinical research study delivery, research governance and study management for Principle Investigators (PI)s, CRN/Ms, non-registered research staff and clinical staff. Be responsible for the effective management of the research delivery workforce, facilitating a flexible model to ensure the timely, effective running of clinical research studies to ensure delivery of the NIHR high level objectives. Ensure systems are in place to develop and maintain clinical competencies. Work with the RM&S Manager and broader team to ensure that studies commence on time, achieve their contractual requirements including patient recruitment and support performance management. Ensure the effective use of Trust resources in the planning and delivery of studies. Maintain a visible presence across the team and the wider organisation. Using expert knowledge, practice & critical judgement skills continually seek to identify areas of current clinical research nurse/midwifery practices that could be adapted or modified to improve study delivery and participant engagement. Ensure that good practice is shared and disseminated. Support and work collaboratively with Head of Research in developing Patient and Public engagement strategies, ensuring that patient, carer and the general public voice is included across the spectrum of research. Ensure clinical and non-clinical incidents are reported in accordance with Trust policy and agree and implement actions in response to these. Demonstrate own personal development with self-directed learning and identifying and accessing internal and external development opportunities. Provide detailed and transparent reports of workload, outcomes, and recommendations for future developments within research delivery. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse (level 1 or level 2)/ Midwife Demonstrable evidence of working at degree level Recent and relevant continuous professional development Good Clinical Practice (GCP) current certificate Desirable Masters level qualification Evidence of a research qualification Leadership qualification Experience Essential Significant experience of working within an NHS clinical research setting at a senior level Experience of working on a significant number of commercial portfolio research studies across more than one clinical specialty. Experience of managing staff Project management Service development Experience of working autonomously Evidence of multi-disciplinary team working Taking informed consent within a research trial Acting as Principle Investigator in a research trial Delivering international multi site randomised control trials Set up and delivery of nurse led research studies Experience of working within MHRA requirements for CTIMPs Understanding of the requirements of and compliance with UK Policy Framework for Health and Care Research Studies Desirable Experience of conducting own research Experience of working with more than one health care provider (eg NHS Trust) in partnership to deliver a clinical trial Experience of incident investigation and root cause analysis Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse (level 1 or level 2)/ Midwife Demonstrable evidence of working at degree level Recent and relevant continuous professional development Good Clinical Practice (GCP) current certificate Desirable Masters level qualification Evidence of a research qualification Leadership qualification Experience Essential Significant experience of working within an NHS clinical research setting at a senior level Experience of working on a significant number of commercial portfolio research studies across more than one clinical specialty. Experience of managing staff Project management Service development Experience of working autonomously Evidence of multi-disciplinary team working Taking informed consent within a research trial Acting as Principle Investigator in a research trial Delivering international multi site randomised control trials Set up and delivery of nurse led research studies Experience of working within MHRA requirements for CTIMPs Understanding of the requirements of and compliance with UK Policy Framework for Health and Care Research Studies Desirable Experience of conducting own research Experience of working with more than one health care provider (eg NHS Trust) in partnership to deliver a clinical trial Experience of incident investigation and root cause analysis Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust Address Pinderfields Hospital Aberford Road Wakefield West Yorkshire WF1 4DG Employer's website https://www.midyorks.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)