This is an exciting opportunity to join EMS Healthcare as a Senior Research Nurse – Site Manager and take a pivotal leadership role in the delivery of an obesity-focused clinical research study on the Wirral. Working under the direction of the Clinical Research & Delivery Manager, you will lead the on-site operational delivery of the study, managing staff, participants, and day-to-day research activities within EMS Healthcare’s well-established research infrastructure.
This is a full-time, Monday to Friday, permanent position offering a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact on high-quality clinical research. 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 leadership, guidance, and support to the on-site research team.
The role is ideally suited to a confident, proactive, and experienced Senior Research Nurse with strong clinical expertise, excellent leadership skills, and a clear commitment to delivering high-quality research in line with ICH-GCP, study protocols, and EMS Healthcare standards. You will have the opportunity to manage and develop a small team while contributing meaningfully to research that can improve patient outcomes in the field of obesity.
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.
Benefits
* 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 – the choice is yours!
* Healthshield
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Tech Scheme
* Electric Car Scheme
* Subsidised company events and gatherings
* A gift for your birthday
* Wellbeing support from our qualified Mental Health First Aiders, as well as via our health scheme
If you want to join us as our Senior Clinical Research Nurse – click apply now!
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