Senior Lead Research Nurse

NHS; London; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading NHS trust as a Senior Lead Research Nurse at the UCL Queen Square Movement Disorders Centre. This role involves coordinating clinical trials, managing a dynamic research team, and contributing to groundbreaking investigations in neurodegenerative diseases. Ideal for an experienced nurse passionate about patient-centered care and innovative research.

Qualifications

• Significant post-registration nursing experience.
• Experience with neurology and neurodegenerative patients.
• Experience in Parkinson's and Movement Disorders Clinical Trials.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate clinical trials and manage a multidisciplinary research team.
• Oversee patient recruitment and ensure high-quality care during trials.
• Collaborate with investigators and maintain high standards of documentation.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Patient Care

Clinical Research

Team Management

Education

Registered Nurse Part 1, 2, 12

GCP Certification

MDS-UPDRS Certification

Job description

Job summary

Are you passionate about pioneering research and shaping the future of Parkinson's and movement disorders care? Join us at the UCL Queen Square Movement Disorders Centre as a Senior Lead Research Nurse. In this vital leadership role, you'll coordinate clinical trials, research registry, observational study and Patient and public involvement and engagement. An excellent opportunity to manage a dynamic research team at a world-renowned Movement Disorders centre. You'll play a key role in supporting principle investigators in groundbreaking investigations into neurodegenerative diseases while ensuring compassionate, patient-centred care. Ideal for an experienced Parkinsons research nurse with a strong background in clinical research, this role offers the opportunity to influence innovative treatment pathways, engage with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to internationally recognised studies. If you're ready to lead, inspire, and advance research in a supportive and forward-thinking environment, we want to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

o Coordinate a portfolio of early and late phase, national and international clinical trials in Parkinson's and movement disorders. o Lead and manage a multidisciplinary research team, including Band 6 and 7 staff and research assistants. o Oversee patient recruitment, informed consent, and the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care during clinical trials. o Collaborate closely with investigators, clinical teams, sponsors, and service departments (e.g. imaging, pharmacy, nuclear medicine). o Ensure all research activities are conducted in line with GCP, regulatory guidelines, and local SOPs. o Administer clinical rating scales to trial participants, including MDS-UPDRS, MOCA, CSSR, anxiety and depression scales, and other relevant Parkinson's assessment tools. o Experienced in collecting skin biopsy samples and handling biological samples including blood, urine, saliva, and stool, in accordance with study protocols. o Monitor trial progress, manage resources, and support clinical and operational delivery of studies. o Provide clear, compassionate communication and education to patients and their families about study participation. o Support Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement (PPIE) events and develop educational materials for participants. o Maintain high standards of documentation, data accuracy, and protocol adherence across all studies. o Act as a key liaison between the research team, NHS Trust departments, and external stakeholders.

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:

o University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing) o National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery o Royal National Throat, Nose and Ear Hospital o Eastman Dental Hospital o Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine o University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre o The Hospital for Tropical Diseases o University College Hospitals at Westmoreland Street

We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.

We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040

Details Date posted

21 May 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£54,320 to £60,981 a year Per Annum Inclusive of HCAS

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

34 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

309-UCLH-6291

Job locations

National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery

Queen Square

London

WC1N 3BG

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.

This vacancy may close before the current listed closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application.

Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*

UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust*In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row.

UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.

To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?

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.

This vacancy may close before the current listed closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application.

Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*

UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust*In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row.

UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.

To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?

Person Specification Knowledge and Qualifications Essential

• Registered Nurse Part 1, 2, 12
• GCP
• MDS - UPDRS certificate with sufficient rater experience for clinical trials

Experience Essential

• Significant period of post registration nursing experience.
• Experience of working with neurology and neurodegenerative patients
• Demonstrates significant experience working in Parkinson's and Movement Disorders Clinical Trials.
• Experience in facilitating PPI events.
• Experience of formal/ informal teaching of patients and staff
• Demonstrates significant experience in administering MOCA, CSSR and other neurological rating scale
• Proven sufficient experience in handling out of hours emergency calls for trial patients.
• Experience of phlebotomy, cannulation, and management of central lines
• Experience of administration of investigational drugs

Skills and Abilities Essential

• Demonstrates ability to take charge and delegate duties.
• Demonstrates evidence of professional development.
• Proven knowledge of ICH GCP guidelines.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively verbally.
• Proven ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Computer literacy.

Communication Essential

• Able to communicate accurately and effectively with patients and colleagues, verbally and in writing.
• Able to deal with the public in person and on the phone.
• Able to support and reassure patients/carers in distress.
• Understands importance of maintaining confidentiality.

Person Specification Knowledge and Qualifications Essential

• Registered Nurse Part 1, 2, 12
• GCP
• MDS - UPDRS certificate with sufficient rater experience for clinical trials

Experience Essential

• Significant period of post registration nursing experience.
• Experience of working with neurology and neurodegenerative patients
• Demonstrates significant experience working in Parkinson's and Movement Disorders Clinical Trials.
• Experience in facilitating PPI events.
• Experience of formal/ informal teaching of patients and staff
• Demonstrates significant experience in administering MOCA, CSSR and other neurological rating scale
• Proven sufficient experience in handling out of hours emergency calls for trial patients.
• Experience of phlebotomy, cannulation, and management of central lines
• Experience of administration of investigational drugs

Skills and Abilities Essential

• Demonstrates ability to take charge and delegate duties.
• Demonstrates evidence of professional development.
• Proven knowledge of ICH GCP guidelines.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively verbally.
• Proven ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Computer literacy.

Communication Essential

• Able to communicate accurately and effectively with patients and colleagues, verbally and in writing.
• Able to deal with the public in person and on the phone.
• Able to support and reassure patients/carers in distress.
• Understands importance of maintaining confidentiality.

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 UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information 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 UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details Employer name

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery

Queen Square

London

WC1N 3BG

Employer's website

https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery

Queen Square

London

WC1N 3BG

Employer's website

https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)