Motor Neuron Disease Association Senior Research Nurse

NHS; Southampton; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare facility in Southampton is looking for a Senior Research Nurse to oversee Motor Neuron Disease clinical trials. The role requires excellent communication skills and experience in research nursing. You'll manage trial participants, provide leadership to the trials team, and ensure high-quality coordinated care for MND patients. Ideal candidates will have a relevant nursing qualification, teaching experience, and a strong clinical research background. The position offers a competitive salary between £47,810 and £54,710 pro rata.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with relevant experience in teaching and mentorship.
• Clinical research expertise in working with patients and managing clinical trials.
• Knowledge of Research Governance Framework and Good Clinical Practice.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate MND clinical trials and recruit participants.
• Provide high-quality research care for MND patients and support caregivers.
• Lead and educate the trials team and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Registered Nurse on relevant part of the professional register (NMC)

Teaching and mentorship

Clinical Research experience

Budgetary control

Education

Post Graduate Degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Motor Neuron Disease Association Senior Research Nurse

Closing date is 04 January 2026

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for the detailed job description of the role.

Applicants who have applied for this vacancy within the past six months and were either unsuccessful or not shortlisted for interview should not reapply.

Main duties of the job

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the motor neuron disease (MND) clinical research delivery locally and regionally.

We are seeking a dynamic, enthusiastic, organised and experienced senior research nurse with excellent communication skills to help develop and maintain a growing portfolio of MND clinical trials, as well as to support the systems, procedures and teams associated with their delivery. The post is to start as soon as possible for [4 years] in the first instance.

About us

University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.

Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.

At UHS we're committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.

At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We're committed to creating an anti‑racist, anti‑discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.

Job responsibilities

The MND Association Senior Research Nurse is an experienced Research Nurse with experience of working with patients and participants with MND.

The post holder will maintain an effective working relationship with the MND Association and NIHR Regional Research Delivery Networks by maintaining regular contact with the MND Association Lead Research Nurse and will be part of the Research Delivery Team here in Southampton, ensuring oversight of the MND clinical trials portfolio locally and managing overall recruitment to the portfolio within a regional, collaborative strategy.

Working in partnership with the MND Association Lead Research Nurse, UHS Senior Research Nurses and Matrons, the MND Association and NIHR Regional Research Delivery Networks, the Head of Nursing and R&D infrastructure, the post holder will be responsible for providing high‑quality coordinated research care for individuals diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease (MND) and their caregivers, guided by a Care & Research Centre/Network consultant neurologist with specialised expertise in MND.

The MND Association Senior Research Nurse will also be responsible for providing leadership, support, training, and education for the trials team, supported by the senior nursing and management teams and Principal Investigators. The post holder will also be responsible for directly managing patients on clinical trials.

Person specification

Qualifications, knowledge and experience

• Registered Nurse on relevant part of the professional register (NMC)
• Experience of teaching and mentorship
• Educated to Post Graduate Degree level or equivalent experience
• Recognised qualification in teaching and mentorship
• Recent experience of working with patients at a senior level
• Clinical Research experience
• Relevant speciality experience
• Recent NHS experience or equivalent Knowledge of Research Governance Framework (RGF), International Conference on Harmonisation/Good Clinical Practice
• Research coordinator experience
• Experience of budgetary control

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 Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

£47,810 to £54,710 a year per annum, pro rata