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Band 5 or 6 Research Nurse – Diabetes – 21.6 hrs as per RWW 01/04/2026 0.6 WTE. Fixed Term for 1 year.
We are looking to recruit a nurse to an exciting and challenging research post that will be based within the department of diabetes clinical trials. We welcome interest from general nurses with a special interest in advancing diabetic research or an experienced research nurse who wishes to develop in another field. The post will allow you to develop the skills required to deliver exceptional clinical and research care to participants/patients involved in research studies.
Responsibilities
* Assist in the delivery of direct and indirect care of those participating in research, including recruitment, monitoring of study patients, and collection of accurate, confidential data.
* Perform duties and responsibilities specific to the project, as directed by the Principal Investigator and/or Senior Research Nurse.
Qualifications
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
* Flexible yet organised approach.
* A keen desire to learn.
* Ability to manage a caseload of patients and volunteers.
Where a potential candidate does not meet some of the essential skills for a Band 6 position, they may be offered the position at a Band 5. This is a fixed‑term contract but may have potential for extension depending on future funding.
Those interested in applying are strongly encouraged to contact Sally Galt or Amy Nicol (01224 768059) to find out more about this opportunity.
Additional Information for Candidates
As from 1/4/26, the Agenda for Change full‑time working week will be reducing from 37 to 36 hours per week. Part‑time hours will be reduced pro‑rata. However, there will be a corresponding increase in the hourly rate so that pay will not be affected.
Accessibility
As a disability confident employer we are committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are inclusive and accessible to all. If you need us to make any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting our recruitment team at the earliest opportunity. Email us at gram.recruitment@nhs.scot.
* Please note – if this post operates within Aberdeen City Low Emission Zone, you will be responsible for all costs associated with entering.
NHS Grampian forms one of the fourteen regional health boards of NHS Scotland and is responsible for providing health and social care services to a population of over 500,000 people living in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire and Moray. As a board we strive to ensure the environment is conducive to nurturing a positive culture, supported and delivered through our NHS and Social Care values.
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