Clinical Research Nurse / Clinical Research practitioner

NHS; London; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity exists for a Clinical Research Nurse/Practitioner within the Neurology Research team at St George's Hospital. You will coordinate clinical trials, support patient care, and contribute to high-quality research. Ideal candidates should have experience in clinical research and sound knowledge in neurology. The role requires collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to ensure participant safety and welfare.

Qualifications

• Experience in clinical research with a focus on neurology.
• Minimum 6 months research experience.
• Understanding of Mental Health, Neurology, or Palliative Care.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage clinical research portfolio at St George's Hospital.
• Work collaboratively with research teams to manage clinical trials.
• Provide advice and information to patients about participation.

Skills

Clinical research

Neurology

Data collection

Patient advocacy

Team collaboration

Education

Nursing qualification

Job description

Go back St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Clinical Research Nurse / Clinical Research Practitioner

The closing date is 03 July 2025

• This is an exciting opportunity for a nurse or practitioner with experience in clinical research to join our Neurology Research team.
• The clinical research nurse/practitioner will play a key role in the delivery of clinical research at St. George's Hospital, developing and creating robust systems and processes to enable clinical research to run smoothly, efficiently, and whilst ensuring the highest standards are maintained.
• The post holder will mainly be responsible for the trial portfolio; other neurology specialties may be included according to service needs.
• This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic and supportive team to further develop and deliver high-quality research in Neurology.
• Previous experience in this specialty will be valuable to the applicant.
• The post holder will have their own caseload of studies to coordinate, with support from senior staff.
• This role involves liaising with Principal Investigators and other multidisciplinary team members to provide high-quality data collection and clinical care, ensuring participant safety and welfare.
• We welcome informal visits or inquiries regarding the post.

Main Duties of the Job

• The post holder will coordinate and manage an agreed clinical research portfolio at St George's Hospital.
• Work collaboratively with research teams and the wider multidisciplinary team to manage their own caseload of clinical trials patients and achieve local and national targets.
• Responsibilities include study setup, identifying suitable patients via MDTs and screening notes, data collection, interviews, supporting and monitoring patients, and data entry.
• The post holder should have sufficient skills to enable patients to make informed decisions about participation in clinical trials by providing advice, information, and acting as an advocate.
• Willingness to move across different clinical specialties within their qualifications and where needed is required.
• Please note the advert may close early if the applicant cap is reached.

About Us

St George's, Epsom, and St Helier University Hospitals and Health Group serve a population of four million in South West London and North East Surrey. Our sites include St George's Hospital, a major trauma centre and the largest healthcare provider in the area; St Helier Hospital, home to the South West Thames Renal and Transplantation Unit; and Queen Mary's Hospital for Children; and Epsom Hospital, home to the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC).

Since forming a hospitals group in 2021, our two Trusts collaborate more closely on research, education, and workforce development.

Job Responsibilities

Please refer to the attached document for detailed role and person specifications.

Person Specification

Research Experience

• Understanding of or experience in Mental Health, Neurology, Neuroscience, or Palliative Care.
• Minimum 6 months research experience in any setting.
• Working towards or currently involved in research activities.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This role is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A DBS check will be required to screen for previous convictions.

Employer

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Salary: £44,806 to £53,134 per annum, including HCAS (pro-rata).