Clinical Research Nurse for Neonatology

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

Job summary

A leading NHS trust in London is seeking a Clinical Research Nurse for Neonatology. The role involves coordinating research studies focused on neonatal health, requiring a motivated nurse with experience in paediatrics and a passion for clinical research. Full training will be provided, and candidates should possess strong communication and organisational skills.

Qualifications

• Registered Paediatric Nurse with neonatology experience.
• At least two years of post-registration experience.
• Evidence of GCP qualification or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver NIHR portfolio-adopted research studies.
• Demonstrate clinical ability to provide high quality patient care.
• Support the induction and training of new staff.

Skills

Organisational skills

Project management skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Registered Paediatric Nurse

First degree or working towards a degree

ICH Good Clinical Practice (GCP) qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Go back University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Clinical Research Nurse for Neonatology

The closing date is 06 June 2025

We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic research nurse with a clinical background in neonatology and a strong interest in research to join our friendly team at UCLH.

In this role, you will coordinate and deliver NIHR portfolio-adopted research studies focused on neonatal and child health. While previous research experience is desirable, it is not essential - as full training will be provided. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.

Main duties of the job

Applicants must meet the essential criteria outlined in the Person Specification and align with the Trust's vision and values. Ideally, candidates will have at least two years of post-registration experience and a genuine passion for clinical research.

If you're a proactive and enthusiastic professional with an interest in advancing neonatal care through research, we welcome your application.

About us

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:

University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)

National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery

Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals

University College Hospital Grafton Way Building

Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine

University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre

The Hospital for Tropical Diseases

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.

Job responsibilities

For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.

Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*

* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.

UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working.

To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?

Person Specification

Knowledge and Qualifications

• Registered Paedriatric Nurse with Neonatology experience with evidence of continuing professional development.
• First degree or working towards a degree
• Evidence of ICH Good Clinical Practice (GCP) qualification or willingness to obtain
• Knowledge of the role of a Research Nurse
• Knowledge and understanding of evidence-based practice
• Understanding of professional and current issues in neonatology and clinical research
• Knowledge of current WHR studies running within UCLH
• Understanding of data protection and confidentiality issues
• Fetal medicine, early pregnancy or gynaecology experience

Experience

• Evidence of working as Paediatric Nurse in the NHS
• 2 years post registration and clinical experience
• Exposure to research delivery within their clinical setting.
• Demonstrate clinical ability to provide high quality patient care

Skills and Abilities

• Strong organisational and project management skills
• Proven ability to work under own initiative and manage own workload.
• High level of administrative skills & computer literacy to include use of Microsoft Office suit.
• Curiosity & detail orientated with a high level of accuracy.
• Demonstratable problem-solving skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

Communication

• Demonstrate ability to effectively and appropriately communicate with advanced written and oral communication skills
• Excellent computer literacy including experience of Microsoft programmes including Word, Excel and Teams

Personal and People Development

• Awareness of responsibility to develop and sustain own knowledge, clinical skills and professional awareness in accordance with NMC requirements
• Experience of supporting the induction, orientation and training of new midwifery or research staff and students

Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion

• Demonstratable understanding of the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion and/or Knowledge of the NHS obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and the Public Sector Equality Duties

Ensure the risk of infection to self, colleagues, patients, relatives and visitors is minimised by:

• Being 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.
• Including infection prevention and control as an integral part of your continuous personal/professional development and included in your annual appraisal
• Taking personal responsibility so far as is reasonably practicable, in helping ensure that effective prevention and control of health care associated infections is embedded into everyday practice and applied consistently.

Specific Requirements

• Flexible approach to working

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing, University College London Hospital

£44,806 to £53,134 a yearper annum of inclusive HCAS

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

309-UCLH-6347

Job locations

Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing, University College London Hospital