Senior Research Nurse - Site Manager

The Senior 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 study operations. 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 clinical expertise, 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 where required. 

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

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

• Oversee scheduling of study visits, staff rotas, and site logistics to ensure smooth and efficient site operation. 
• Deliver and/or facilitate protocol and site training for site staff. 

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

• Monitor and maintain high standards of participant care, infection control, and data integrity throughout the study. 

• Attend and participate in site initiation visits, monitoring visits, and audits. 

• Contribute to internal performance reporting and participate in 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 if required. 

• 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!