Research Associate

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK healthcare institution in London is seeking a Research Associate or Nurse to join their multidisciplinary research team. This role focuses on ongoing studies related to Parkinson's disease, involving participant recruitment and neuropsychological test administration. Ideal candidates are passionate about neurodegeneration and have relevant qualifications. This position offers immediate start for a 12-month funded contract.

Qualifications

• Educated to degree or an equivalent relevant experience, e.g. Psychologist, Neuropsychologist, Genetic Counsellor, Allied Healthcare professional.
• Proven knowledge of GCP guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Recruitment and liaising with participants for research.
• Organising study logistics and administering neuropsychological tests.

Skills

Communication

Autonomy

Computer literacy

Education

Degree or equivalent relevant experience

Job description

Overview

Job summary
Applications are invited for a Research Associate or Nurse at the Department of Clinical Neuroscience, working under the supervision of Professor Huw Morris. The post holder will work as part of a multidisciplinary research team and will contribute to the continued success of three research projects into Parkinson's disease and Atypical Parkinsonism Syndromes. The position is based at The National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery (NHNN). The post holder will play an important role in recruitment, liaising with participants and the organisation of study logistics, administration of neuropsychological tests and assisting in the collection patient blood and spinal fluid samples.

The post is available immediately and is funded by the NIHR clinical research network for 12 months in the first instance. We are keen to hear from enthusiastic Research Associates or Nurses who are keen to develop their research career, with a particular interest in neurodegeneration and neurogenetics.

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 and specialise in women’s health, cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease with world-class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology. UCLH is committed to sustainability and has pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, with direct emissions net zero by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Responsibilities include recruitment, liaising with participants, organising study logistics, administering neuropsychological tests and assisting in the collection of patient blood and spinal fluid samples. The post holder will work as part of a multidisciplinary research team on Parkinson’s disease and Atypical Parkinsonism Syndromes projects.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to degree or an equivalent relevant experience, e.g. Psychologist, Neuropsychologist, Genetic Counsellor, Allied Healthcare professional

Desirable

• Completed/working towards degree in the speciality or related field
• Proven knowledge of GCP guidelines

Experience

Essential

• Experience in delivering evidence based practice
• Experience of explaining complex concepts to patients in a clear and simplified manner
• Experience of acting as a patient advocate
• Previous experience in audit and evaluation

Desirable

• Experience of formal/informal teaching of patients and staff
• Experience of genetics and/or neurology
• Experience of phlebotomy, cannulation and management of central lines
• Experience of administering neuropsychological/cognitive assessments
• Clinical research experience
• Experience of working in the NHS

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Able to work autonomously with minimal supervision
• Ability to take charge and delegate duties
• Able to work across organisational and professional boundaries
• Computer literacy

Communication

Essential

• Proven ability to communicate effectively in writing
• Proven ability to communicate effectively verbally

Personal and People Development

Essential

• Ability to work effectively under pressure

Specific Requirements

Essential

• Awareness of appropriate health and safety legislation
• Understanding the implications of Equal Opportunities in practice

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement.

Employer details

Employer name: University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address: National Hospital for Neurology & Neurosurgery, Queen Square, London, WC1N 3BG