Research Nurse
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
London, NW1 2BU
Salary
£47,951 to £56,863
Contract
Fixed-Term
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
7 September 2026
7 days left
Job description
An exciting opportunity for a Research Nurse to join full time - UCLH/UCL Research & Development - Agile Research Delivery Team in supporting multiple...
The post holders will work in close collaboration with Principal Investigator and Research Support Staff, to ensure compliance with Trust Policy, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Human Tissue Act (HTA), and trial specific protocols.
As Research Nurse, you will play a key role in the successfully delivery of our clinical research within the research directorate division. You will provide specialist skills and knowledge to coordinate and manage clinical trials and be responsible to provide high-quality research. Your main responsibility will be ensuring the recruitment of patients, completion of trial related activities and reliable data collection as per protocol requirements in accordance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Research Governance and local Trust policies for research. You will be required to plan and manage your own workload effectively and demonstrate effective time management and prioritisation. A proactive, flexible and solution orientated approach is essential. The ability to work autonomously but in collaboration with others is essential. Strong communication and organisational skills are also essential. A flexible proactive working approach is a key element to this role.
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:o University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)o National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgeryo Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitalso University College Hospital Grafton Way Buildingo Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicineo University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centreo The Hospital for Tropical Diseaseso University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse Part 1,2 12
- Relevant post registration
- Teaching or mentor course
- Up to date GCP Training
Desirable
- Completed/working towards degree in the speciality or related fields
Experience
Essential
- Post registration nursing
- Clinical research experience
- Experience of formal/ informal teaching of patients and staff
- Experience in delivering evidence based-practice
- Experience of explaining complex concepts to patients in a clear and simplified manner
- Experience in study set-up (commercial and/or non-commercial)
- Experience of acting as a patient advocate
- Experience of phlebotomy, cannulation and management of central lines
- Experience in IMP administration
- Experience in caring of complex and acutely ill patients
- Knowledge of Trust research governance issues
Desirable
- Experience working across a range of disease areas, including endocrine and metabolic & diabetes, neurology, gastroenterology, and others
- Experience working as a preceptor/facilitator
- Previous experience in audit and evaluation
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Proven effectiveness as working as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Demonstrates evidence of professional development
- Proven knowledge of ICH GCP guidelines
- Proven ability to work effectively under pressure
- Computer literacy
Values
Essential
- Demonstrate ability to meet Trust Values of safety kindness, teamwork and improving
Communication
Essential
- Proven ability to communicate effectively in writing
- Proven ability to communicate effectively verbally
Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion:
Essential
- Demonstratable understanding of the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Ensure the risk of infection to self, colleagues, patients, relatives and visitors is minimised by::
Essential
- Be familiar with, and adhering to Trust policies and guidance on infection prevention and control.
- Completing all required training and education (both via e-learning and face to face) on infection prevention and control.
Specific Requirements
Essential
- Willingness to work flexible hours on occasion
Specific Requirements
Essential
- Willingness to work flexible hours on occasion
- Knowledge of key professional issues and NMC guidelines relating to professional practice
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Provenance
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First seen
25 August 2026
Last checked
27 August 2026
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