Clinical Research Nurse
Imperial College London
London, W12 0NN
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117
Contract
Fixed-Term
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
3 September 2026
3 days left
Job description
Are you a registered nurse with a passion for clinical research and improving global health? We are seeking a Clinical Research Nurse to join Professo...
As a Clinical Research Nurse, you will play a key role in delivering innovative experimental medicine studies from participant recruitment through to study completion. You will:
- Recruit, screen and enrol volunteers into clinical research studies.
- Support participants throughout their study journey, providing clear information, guidance and reassurance.
- Undertake clinical research procedures including phlebotomy, microbiological sampling and support for specialist procedures.
- Monitor participants during outpatient visits and inpatient study periods, escalating concerns appropriately.
- Record and manage clinical and research data in accordance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), GDPR and research governance requirements.
- Work closely with research nurses, clinicians, laboratory scientists and project managers to ensure smooth and efficient study delivery.
- Contribute to the development of study processes, participant pathways and recruitment strategies.
- Help deliver internationally recognised human challenge studies that inform the development of future vaccines and treatments.
Direct Clinical & Participant Care
- Support
smooth study delivery: recruit, screen and enrol participants into clinical
studies within Professor Chius study portfolio.
-
Act as a
primary point of contact for study participants, providing clear guidance,
support, and reassurance throughout their enrolment.
- Take
detailed clinical histories and collect highquality samples following
enrolment including phlebotomy, microbiological sampling from various
participant sites, and assist with surgical/dermatological procedures.
- Guide
participants through study procedures, ensuring excellent communication and
participant experience.
- Monitor
participants during study visits and inpatient stays, ensuring their wellbeing
and quickly escalating concerns to study physicians.
- Identify
record, and report adverse events promptly to maintain participant safety.
- Prepare
for and undertake clinical study visits within the Imperial College Research
Facility (ICRF).
Participant Recruitment & Study Delivery
- Recruit
screen, and enrol volunteers, ensuring all inclusion/exclusion criteria are
met.
- Explain
study procedures clearly, ensuring participants feel informed, comfortable, and
valued.
- Support
volunteers through every stage of the study journeyfrom first contact to
followup.
Clinical Data & Documentation
- Maintain
accurate, timely, and highquality clinical documentation in medical/research
notes.
- Enter
and manage clinical data and case report forms in line with GCP, GDPR, and data
protection standards.
- Help
maintain secure storage and backup of participant information in line with
College, Sponsor and NHS policies.
Operational & Team Support
- Work
closely with the Senior Research Nurse and Project Manager(s) to ensure smooth
day-to-day running of the research delivery, including development and
refinement of study processes, SOPs and participant-focused pathways.
- Contribute
to recruitment progress of participants, including recruitment strategies and
communication with participants.
- Collaborate
with the multidisciplinary team within Professor Chius group and provide
support to colleagues when needed.
- Work
closely with the laboratory team to ensure high quality samples are collected
and analysed as part of the study protocols.
Training & Professional Development
- Keep
up to date with clinical research standards, respiratory infection knowledge,
and national regulations.
- Attend
training, team meetings, and professional development opportunities.
- Maintain
NMC registration and uphold all aspects of the Code of Professional Conduct.
- Additional Duties:
- Carry
out administrative tasks appropriate for a Band 6 role.
- Adhere
to College and NHS policies and always maintain patient confidentiality.
- As
an Agenda for Change post, continue NHS career and pension progression while
holding an honorary clinical contract aligned to your experience.
Welcome to Imperial, a
global top ten university where scientific imagination leads to world-changing
impact.
Join us and be part of
something bigger. From global health to climate change, AI to business
leadership, we navigate some of the worlds toughest challenges. Whatever your
role, your contribution will have a lasting impact.
As a member of our vibrant
community of 22,000 students and 8,000 staff, youll collaborate with
passionate minds across nine London campuses and a global network.
This
is your chance to help shape the future. We hope youll join us at Imperial.
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Adult Nurse (NMC with a minimum 2-year post experience in relevant area).
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of up-to-date professional development.
- Independently able to collect blood and other samples such as nasal swabs.
Desirable
- Previous clinical research experience.
- Experience handling, storing, or processing human/microbiological samples.
- Experience using electronic databases/eCRFs.
- Experience in assisting with bronchoscopy procedures.
- Experience in managing a patient with an infection.
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
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First seen
8 August 2026
Last checked
10 August 2026
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