Senior Research Sister/Charge Nurse | University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 02 September 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £47,810 to £54,710 per annum, pro rata |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 02 October 2025 |
| Location: | Southampton, SO16 6YD |
| Company: | University Hospital Southampton NHS FT |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 7455617/188-THQ020925 |
Summary
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for the detailed job description of the role.
Research is a rewarding and patient centred career!
The research conducted at UHS focuses on the health and well-being of our patients and their families, significantly contributing to the future progress of healthcare for all patients. This exciting opportunity is ideal for individuals with a passion for clinical research who thrive in a fast-paced, patient-focused environment.
We can truly make a difference to an individual’s care and experience within UHS, and we strive to ensure that research is considered as a treatment option for all eligible patients. By working closely with clinical teams and integrating research into clinical pathways, the opportunities for both research and our team are expanding.
University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.
Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.
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At UHSwe’re committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.
At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We’re committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.
We currently have a vacancy within the Clinical Research Facility for a Band 7 Senior Research Sister in the adult team.
This is a pivotal role where you will oversee the management of the diverse portfolio of research studies, including neuro degenerative studies, complex CTIMPS and phase 1 studies requiring overnight stays to ensure optimal delivery of studies in the adult portfolio.
The post holder will provide professional, operational, and clinical leadership and management of research staff and members of the multi-disciplinary team, acting as a role model, providing specialist clinical and research advice with responsibility for clinical service, delivery staff, and research governance issues.
Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the ‘Job Description and Main Responsibilities’ section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.
This advert closes on Sunday 21 Sep 2025