Senior Research Nurse - Site Manager

TheSenior Research Nurse - Site Manager will play a pivotal leadership role in the on-site delivery of clinical research, with responsibility for the day-to-day management of staff, participants, and studyoperations.Working under the direction of the Clinical Research & Delivery Manager, you will lead the operational delivery of an obesity-focused research study within EMS Healthcare's research infrastructure.

This senior role requires strong clinicalexpertise, effective leadership, and a clear commitment to delivering high-quality research in line with ICH-GCP, study protocols, and EMS Healthcare standards. You will act as the primary point of contact for site-level matters, ensuring participant safety, regulatory compliance, and the smooth running of research activities, while providing clear leadership and support to the on-site research team.

The successful candidate will be a confident, proactive, and experienced Senior Research Nurse, with the ability to manage and develop a small team and deliver high-quality care within a community-based research setting on the Wirral.

Main Duties

• Lead the day-to-day running of the mobile clinical site, ensuring study delivery meets agreed timelines, quality, and regulatory standards.

• Supervise and support a team of research nurses and site coordinators, fostering a positive team environment and encouraging professional development.

• Act as the senior on-site clinician, providing direct care and support to study participants whererequired.

• Coordinate andmaintainall site documentation, logs, and essential files in line with GCP and EMS SOPs.

• Act asprimaryliaison for on-site operational matters, escalating issues as required to the Clinical Research & Delivery Manager.

• Oversee scheduling of study visits, staffrotas, and sitelogisticsto ensure smooth and efficient site operation.
• Deliver and/orfacilitateprotocol and site training for site staff.

• Support recruitment and retention strategies to ensure enrolment targets are met.

• Monitor andmaintainhigh standardsof participant care, infection control, and data integrity throughout the study.

• Attend andparticipatein site initiation visits, monitoring visits, and audits.

• Contribute to internal performance reporting andparticipatein team planning meetings.

Experience- Essential

• Registered Nurse with active NMC pin.

• Minimum 2 years' experience in clinical research nursing.

• Experience supervising or mentoring staff.

• Experience delivering clinical trials in commercial, NHS, or academic settings.

• Strong understanding of ICH-GCP and clinical trial governance.

• Able to work independently, with strong problem-solving and time management skills.

• Comfortable working in a mobile or non-hospital research setting.

Experience - Preferable

• Experience delivering obesity, metabolic, or lifestyle intervention trials.

• Experience working on mobile units or in community-based settings.

• Experience managing or coordinating clinical rotas and staff schedules.

• Familiarity with electronic data capture systems and clinical trial management systems.

Key Skills

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.

• Clear, effective communication (verbal and written).

• High attention to detail and clinical accuracy.

• Organised and adaptable to changing priorities.

• Commitment to participant safety, experience, and study integrity.

Other Requirements

• Full UK residency and a valid driving licence.

• Ability to travel within Greater Manchester and surrounding areas ifrequired.

• Willingness to work flexibly, including occasional early starts or late finishes.

You work hard for us; we work hard for you. It is that simple. And we know, it sounds too good to be true (we hear that a lot). But trust us, this could be the best decision you make.

• Bank holidays, plus 25 days annual leave, increasing to 28 after 5 years
• Buy & Sell Holidays
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave

• 1 Occasion Day each year; this could be your child's first day of school, their nativity play, or your own birthday - the choice is yours!

• Healthshield
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Tech Scheme
• Electric Car Scheme

• Subsidised company events and gatherings
• Well being support from our qualified Mental Health First Aiders, as well as via our health scheme

If you want to join us as our Research Nurse - click apply now!