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University of Oxford

Centre for Human Genetics, Oxford Children’s Hospital, Headley Way, Oxford, OX3 9DU

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Research Nurse

19 May 2026, 12:00 midday

Location

Centre for Human Genetics, Oxford Children’s Hospital, Headley Way, Oxford, OX3 9DU

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Type

Full-time fixed-term until 31 March 2027

Required Qualifications

NMC registered qualified Nurse
Dip HE, BSc, BA or equivalent in nursing/relevant subject
Continuous professional/academic development in healthcare
Competent with confidential information

Research Areas

NIHR BioResource projects
Biomedical Research Centre
Participant recruitment and screening
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Research Nurse

We are seeking to appoint a Research Nurse who will be supporting the NIHR BioResource projects in the Oxford University Hospital Biomedical Research Centre. You will report to the NIHR BioResource Centre Coordinator and Research Lead for Oxford. This role is based on Old Road Campus, at the Oxford Children’s Hospital, and relevant community settings.

You will be responsible for recruiting and screening new participants in order to establish their eligibility and safety to enter the study and to register/randomise participants into studies. You will also facilitate the informed consent process and provide ongoing information, education and support to participants. Other duties will including co-ordinating the care of clinical study participants and collect blood and other samples as required by the study protocol. You will also need to ensure that study specific investigations are undertaken as required by the study protocol.

It is essential that you are a registered qualified Nurse (NMC registration) and hold a Dip HE, BSc, BA or equivalent in nursing or another relevant subject. You must have evidence of continuous professional/academic development in healthcare or community setting and you must be competent with working with confidential information.

Applications for this vacancy should be made online and you will need to upload a supporting statement and CV. Your supporting statement must explain how you meet each of the selection criteria for the post using examples of your skills and experience. Please restrict your documentation to your CV and supporting statement only. Any other documents will be requested at a later date.

This position is offered full time on a fixed term contract until 31 March 2027 and is funded by NIHR.

Only applications received before 12 midday on 19 May 2026 will be considered. Please quote 186265 on all correspondence.

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Frequently Asked Questions

🎓What are the essential qualifications for this Research Nurse role?

You must be a registered qualified Nurse with NMC registration and hold a Dip HE, BSc, BA or equivalent in nursing or a relevant subject. Evidence of continuous professional/academic development in healthcare or community settings is required, plus competence in handling confidential information. See nursing career paths for related advice.

🔬What are the main responsibilities of the Research Nurse?

Key duties include recruiting and screening participants for eligibility and safety, facilitating informed consent, providing ongoing support, coordinating clinical study care, collecting blood and samples, and ensuring study protocol investigations. Focus on NIHR BioResource projects. Explore research roles.

📝How do I apply for this Research Nurse position?

Apply online with a CV and supporting statement explaining how you meet each selection criteria using examples. Restrict to CV and statement only. Quote 186265 on all correspondence. Deadline: 12 midday, 19 May 2026. Tips in academic CV guide.

📅What is the contract type and duration for this role?

Full-time fixed-term contract until 31 March 2027, funded by NIHR. Based at Old Road Campus, Oxford Children’s Hospital and community settings. Check fixed-term roles for insights.

📍Where is the Research Nurse position located and who do I report to?

Location: Centre for Human Genetics, Oxford Children’s Hospital, Headley Way, Oxford, OX3 9DU, Old Road Campus and community settings. Report to NIHR BioResource Centre Coordinator and Research Lead for Oxford. Related: lab-based jobs.

🌍Does this Research Nurse job offer visa sponsorship?

No mention of visa sponsorship in the posting. UK roles typically require right-to-work eligibility. Review visa updates for international applicants.
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