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Research Nurse / Clinical Studies Officer

Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership Trust
Coventry, CV2 2TE Posted 24 September 2026 Apply by 8 October 2026
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Salary for this role£32,073 – £39,043 a year
Health and Care route minimum£25,000 a year
Pay basisNational pay scales (NHS bands)

This occupation falls under the Health and Care Worker route. Salaries set by national pay scales (NHS bands) at or above the relevant band rate typically meet the occupation's requirement.

Closest occupation match: SOC 2237, Other registered nursing professionals. Pay for this occupation is set by national pay scales (NHS bands), so no single Home Office going rate applies.

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Role description

Job summary

The Research Nurse / Clinical Studies Officer is a key member of the Research Team, supporting the delivery of NIHR Portfolio and commercial research studies across Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership Trust. The role involves facilitating the safe, effective and compliant conduct of research, working collaboratively with patients, clinical teams and study partners to promote participation in research and contribute to the generation of high-quality evidence that improves patient care and services. The post holder supports research activities across a range of specialties, including mental health, dementia, learning disabilities and children's services, ensuring studies are delivered in accordance with regulatory, ethical and governance requirements.

Main duties of the job

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Research Team and contribute to the delivery of research that makes a real difference to patient care. The post holder will work with a wide range of patients, service users, clinicians and external partners to support research studies from set-up through to completion. The role is central to ensuring that people have opportunities to participate in research and that studies are delivered to a high standard, helping to generate evidence that improves services and outcomes across the Trust.

About us

At Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership NHS Trust (CWPT), we deliver a wide range of physical, mental health, learning disability and autism services, and are proud to serve communities across Coventry, Warwickshire and beyond.

We put 'people at our heart'; this ethos is at the centre of everything we do and how we do it. We care for our staff and colleagues as much as they care for others and offer a wide range of benefits and development opportunities.

  • generous annual leave entitlement which increases during your time with us
  • excellent learning and development opportunities, including apprenticeship frameworks, distance learning, internal training, coaching and mentoring, and much more
  • salary sacrifice schemes for lease car/ vehicle, Cycle to Work, home and electronics, gym membership and more
  • discounts with a range of retailers, restaurants and entertainment venues through our Employee Assistance Programme and NHS discount schemes
  • wellbeing support, including an in-house counselling service, external helpline and more
  • staff networks and support group

We're always on the lookout for people who share our passion for improving the lives and wellbeing of people in our community, as well as our values of compassion, collaboration, excellence, integrity and respect.

Details

Date posted

24 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

444-8314916-CORP

Job locations

Caludon Centre

Coventry

CV2 2TE

United Kingdom


Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will be a key member of the Research Team, supporting the delivery of a diverse portfolio of research studies across Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership NHS Trust. Working across a range of specialties, including mental health, dementia, learning disabilities and children's services, they will contribute to the successful delivery of research that improves patient care, service development and clinical practice.

Working closely with patients, service users, carers, clinical teams and external partners, the post holder will help facilitate research activity across the Trust and promote opportunities for participation in research. They will act as an advocate for research, supporting the Trust's commitment to providing access to high-quality research.

The role requires the ability to develop positive working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, including clinicians, academics, study sponsors and Regional Research Delivery Network colleagues. The post holder will be expected to work both independently and collaboratively, demonstrating excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills to support the effective delivery of research studies and achievement of agreed objectives.

The post holder will contribute to all stages of the research pathway, ensuring that studies are delivered in accordance with approved protocols, regulatory requirements, Good Clinical Practice and Trust policies. They will maintain a focus on participant safety, experience and wellbeing while supporting the collection of high-quality research data and the successful delivery of study outcomes.

As a valued member of the Research Team, the post holder will contribute to the continued growth and development of research across the organisation. They will support the sharing of knowledge and best practice, contribute to service improvement initiatives and help embed a positive culture of research and evidence-based practice throughout the Trust.

The post holder will be expected to manage a varied workload, prioritise competing demands and exercise sound professional judgement within their level of responsibility. They will uphold the highest standards of professionalism, confidentiality and research governance at all times, acting as an ambassador for research within the Trust and the wider healthcare community.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Degree level qualification in a relevant subject e.g. psychology, social sciences, etc., or health professional qualification (nursing or other allied health professional) OR Evidence of equivalent level of ability / experience

Experience

Essential

  • Experience in mental health/ nursing/social care/psychology practice
  • Experience in clinical research

Other

Essential

  • Able and willing to travel independently across the Trust

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership Trust

Address

Caludon Centre

Coventry

CV2 2TE

United Kingdom


Employer's website

https://www.covwarkpt.nhs.uk/

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