Clinical Research Matron
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Brixton, SW9 8RR
Salary
£66,274 to £73,496
Contract
Fixed-Term
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
8 September 2026
8 days left
Job description
This key role will provide professional nursing leadership and management of the research teams comprising of research nurses, Practitioners, data man...
To have overall responsibility for and provide leadership to RDU 1 and RDU 9, working to bring together the appropriate composition of research support for projects that enhance the clinical service at Kings College Hospital.
To write maintain and implement operational policies and procedures (SOPs) within the unit.
To develop operational systems to ensure that clinical research is facilitated to the highest ethical and regulatory standards.
Lead on ensuring all Governance standards are met, any issues addressed and governance standards are embedded in the department culture.
The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. In June 2026, we launched our new strategy for 2026-31. Our vision is to transform healthcare, and we have agreed six strategic ambitions to help us improve care for patients, and the working lives of our staff.
Our six strategic ambitions are deliveringhigh-quality patient care; creating a great place to work; leading pioneering research, innovation and education; building strong and successful partnerships; providing timely and efficient care; and ensuring long-term financial sustainability.
We have also agreed four new organisational values - Caring, Collaborative, Inclusive, Innovative - and these underpin everything we do, and how our teams interact with the patients under our care.
We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.
King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC Level 1 Registered General Nurse.
- Master's degree or equivalent senior level research experience.
- Evidence of continuous personal, professional & academic development
Desirable
- PRINCE 2 or other recognised project management qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of leading research training, support and supervision.
- Prior experience of research studies with minimal supervision.
- Substantial post registration experience within the relevant setting.
- Knowledge and experience of handling complex relationships.
Knowledge
Essential
- In depth Knowledge of ICH-GCP.
- Understanding of mechanisms for licensing of products.
- Understanding of Regulatory requirements pertaining to trials.
Desirable
- Knowledge of project management methodology.
- Able to develop business and development plans.
- Report writing and presentational skills.
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
25 August 2026
Last checked
27 August 2026
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