Research Nurse | University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

University College London Hospital; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS trust in London is seeking an enthusiastic Senior Research Nurse to oversee respiratory trials focused on interstitial lung disease. The ideal candidate will be a UK-registered nurse with 2+ years of clinical research experience. Strong communication and organisational skills, combined with a flexible approach, are essential. This fixed-term contract covers maternity leave. Join a top NHS trust known for its commitment to patient care and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Support from a dedicated team of respiratory consultants and nurses

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in clinical research.
• Knowledge of interstitial lung disease is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee respiratory trials focusing on interstitial lung disease.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to manage patient care.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Flexible working approach

Education

UK-registered nurse

Job description

We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly motivated senior research nurse to oversee respiratory trials, with a focus on interstitial lung disease. The successful applicant will work on a variety of studies and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to manage the care of patients enrolled in these trials.

The ideal candidate will be a UK-registered nurse with a minimum of 2 years’ experience in clinical research and some knowledge of interstitial lung disease. Strong communication and organisational skills are essential, along with a flexible working approach.

The successful candidate will be supported by a dedicated team of respiratory consultants and nurses. This is a fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave.

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services to local, national, and international patients. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.

We operate across eight sites:

1. University College Hospital (including the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)
2. National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
3. Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals
4. University College Hospital Grafton Way Building
5. Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine
6. University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
7. The Hospital for Tropical Diseases
8. University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street

We are dedicated to diagnosing and treating complex illnesses, specialising in women’s health, cancer, infections, neurological, gastrointestinal, and oral diseases. Our world-class support services include critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine, and pathology.

For more details about the role and the full Person Specification, please refer to the attached Job Description.

Join us and be part of the best NHS trust to work for in England, according to staff surveys. UCLH has consistently been rated as a top place to work, with a high percentage of staff recommending us.

We support flexible working arrangements. For more information, visit: Flexible working.

Discover why UCLH is a great place to work: Why Choose UCLH.

This advert closes on Wednesday, 6 August 2025.