Professor of Nursing

NHS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK seeks a qualified candidate to lead clinical research among a diverse team of healthcare professionals. The ideal applicant will have a PhD in a health-related field, full NMC registration, and a strong track record in clinical research, including leading research programmes and mentoring others. This full-time role offers a competitive salary of £94,829 per year, excellent career growth opportunities, and a supportive work environment. The position is based at Hammersmith Hospital and St Mary’s / Charing Cross Hospital.

Benefits

41 days off a year

Generous pension schemes

Tailored training programmes

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead and support clinical research among multi-disciplinary teams including NMAHPP staff.
• Develop a nationally leading research programme with synergy to departmental and BRC activities.
• Actively lead undergraduate and postgraduate education.

Job description

Job Summary

The applicant will lead their own clinical research and support and lead clinical research among 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.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support clinical research among multi‑disciplinary teams including NMAHPP staff.
• Develop a nationally leading research programme with synergy to departmental and BRC activities.
• Actively lead undergraduate and postgraduate education, particularly the iBSc in Anaesthesia & Critical Care and the new MRes in Perioperative & Critical Care (starting 2026).
• Maintain an inclusive, flexible working environment in partnership with the line manager.

Qualifications

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

Experience

• International reputation and expertise in clinical research.
• Track record of attracting substantial research funding.
• Evidence of contribution to colleague development through coaching and mentoring.
• Capability to act as a role model in research, teaching and management among clinical researchers.
• Extensive experience leading design of research programmes.
• Excellent research record with international publications.
• Experience training undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• Supervision experience for higher degrees (PhD).

Benefits

• Career growth with tailored training programmes for clinical staff, including dedicated support for career navigation and research management, and a transparent promotion process.
• Sector‑leading salary (£94,829 per year) and remuneration package, including 41 days off a year and generous pension schemes.
• Inclusive, collaborative work culture with staff networks and resources supporting professional and personal wellbeing.

Contact

To inquire about the role, 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]).

Additional Information

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

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Employer: Imperial College London, Du Cane Road, London, W12 0NN.