Professor of Nursing

NHS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in the UK seeks a Clinical Professor in Nursing to lead innovative clinical research and contribute to education. Candidates should have a PhD in a health-related field, full NMC registration, and a proven track record in clinical research and funding. This full-time position offers competitive benefits, including 41 days off a year and a commitment to career development in a collaborative work culture.

Benefits

41 days off a year

Generous pension schemes

Tailored training programmes

Qualifications

• International reputation and expertise in clinical research.
• Track record in attracting research funding.
• Experience training undergraduate and postgraduate students.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinical research and support staff in various disciplines.
• Develop a leading program of research within the department.
• Mentor colleagues and contribute to continuous improvement.

Skills

Clinical research

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Communication

Education

PhD in a health-related field

Full NMC registration

Job description

The applicant will lead their own clinical research and support and lead clinical research amongst Nurses, Midwives, Allied Health Professionals, Healthcare Scientists, Pharmacy staff and Psychologists (NMAHPP) at Imperial. The applicant is expected to develop a nationally leading programme of research that will have excellent synergy with existing activities within the Department and wider imperial infrastructure, particularly the imperial BRC.

Main duties of the job

• Collaborative and able to build and sustain effective working relationships, both internally and externally.
• Appropriate level of clinical knowledge.
• Understanding of clinical risk management.
• Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, patients, relatives, GPs (General Practitioners), nurses, students and other agencies.
• Caring attitude to patients.

About us

The Department of Surgery and Cancer, led by Professor George Hanna, is one of the largest Surgical Departments in the UK with a reputation for excellence and a vibrant and international working community. It hosts around 1000 staff and students, and is organised into three Divisions: Surgery, Cancer and APMIC (Anaesthetics, Pain Medicine, and Intensive Care) which are further divided into sections and centres across multiple campuses including Hammersmith, St. Mary’s, Chelsea & Westminster and Charing Cross Hospitals and Imperial's South Kensington campus. The Department also has a number of staff based overseas. It is highly multidisciplinary and includes numerous internationally renowned academic and clinical foci such as surgical technology development, discovery biochemistry, cancer biology and medicine, critical care and pain management, and patient safety and engagement. Its overarching mission is to innovate, develop and apply new translational technologies, approaches and models to enhance medical and surgical diagnostics, clinical decision‑making and patient stratification to better inform health policy decisions and government policy.

Job responsibilities

The Department of Surgery and Cancer at Imperial College London seeks to appoint a Clinical Professor in Nursing, offering an outstanding opportunity to join a world‑leading team whose interdisciplinary research ranks it as one of the premier academic departments of surgery worldwide. The post is full‑time and will hold an honorary clinical contract with Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust.

What you would be doing:

• Lead your own clinical research and offer support to clinical research amongst Nurses, Midwives, Allied Health Professionals, Healthcare Scientists, Pharmacy staff and Psychologists (NMAHPP) at Imperial.
• Develop a nationally leading programme of research that synergises with existing activities within the Department and the wider Imperial infrastructure, particularly the Imperial BRC.

What we are looking for:

• Proven track record of high‑quality publications and ability to work across disciplines and specialities.
• Active role in leading undergraduate and postgraduate education, particularly the iBSc in Anaesthesia & Critical Care and the new MRes in Perioperative & Critical Care starting in 2026.
• A commitment to continuous improvement, equity in opportunity, and a flexible working environment that supports staff to achieve their potential.

Qualifications

• PhD in a health‑related field or equivalent E
• Full NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council) registration E

Experience

• An international reputation and expertise in the field of clinical research E
• A sustained track record in attracting high levels of research funding E
• Evidence of contribution to the development and performance of colleagues through coaching and mentoring E
• Experience and capability to act as a role model in research, teaching and management amongst clinical researchers E
• Extensive experience in leading the design of research programmes E
• Excellent record of research, evidenced by a portfolio of publications confirming international standing E
• Experience of training undergraduate and postgraduate students E
• Experience of supervision of higher degrees (PhD) E

What we can offer you

• Grow in your career with tailored training programmes for clinical staff, dedicated support for navigating your career and managing research, and a transparent promotion process.
• Sector‑leading salary and remuneration package (including 41 days off a year and generous pension schemes).
• Be part of a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources designed to support your personal and professional wellbeing.

Further information

This role is full‑time, open‑ended and you will be based at Hammersmith Hospital (main campus) and St Mary’s / Charing Cross Hospital depending on clinical subspecialisation.

If you require any further details about the role, please contact Professor George Hanna, Head, Department of Surgery and Cancer at Imperial College London ([e-mail]) or Professor Mark Thursz, Director of the NIHR Imperial BRC at Imperial College London ([e-mail]).

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.