Senior Research Nurse

St George'S University Hospitals Nhs Foundation Trust

Tooting

On-site

GBP 58,000 - 65,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in London seeks an experienced nurse to co-ordinate and manage the UKDTN research portfolio. You will deliver early-phase mild cognitive impairment and dementia studies, guide a multidisciplinary team, and advocate for patients within Good Clinical Practice guidelines.

The role requires autonomous trial management, strong communication with patients and teams, and commitment to local and national targets.

Qualifications

Nurse must have current UK professional registration (NMC PIN).
Postgraduate qualification in speciality or clinical research.
Teaching or assessing qualification or equivalent experience.
Experience in clinical trials and working with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

Act as a role model for excellence in clinical research delivery.
Autonomously manage caseloads of patients within a multidisciplinary team.
Maintain effective communication with patients, carers and professionals.
Collaborate with the Research Matron and Clinical Lead to provide a comprehensive trial service.
Follow Local Trust policies and procedures.
Engage with networks to share knowledge and support peers in trials.
Adhere to the NMC Code and maintain registration.
Ensure ongoing NMC registration.

Skills

Time management

Computer literacy

Communication skills

Autonomy

Leadership

Motivation to motivate others

Education

NMC PIN

Postgraduate qualification in speciality or clinical research

Teaching and assessing qualification or equivalent experience

Master's degree in the speciality (desirable)

Job description

Closing date: 09 November 2026

Job summary

The post holder will be responsible for the co-ordination and management of UKDTN research portfolio agreed at St George's University Hospitals Trust.

The post holder will work collaboratively with the research teams and wider multidisciplinary team in the management of their own caseload of clinical trials patients and be accountable for the achievement of local and national targets in relation to the service.

This role will focus on delivery of early phase mild cognitive impairment and dementia clinical studies and supporting development of an increasing portfolio in this specialty.

The post holder will be involved in ensuring that any research undertaken safeguards the well-being of the patient and is conducted within Good Clinical Practice Guidelines for research.

The post holder will have the skills to lead by example as an expert practitioner providing organisation and leadership to the multi-professional team and supporting the patient throughout a clinical trial.

The post holder will also be expected to have sufficient skills to enable patients to make informed choices concerning their involvement in clinical trials by providing advice and information and acting as the patients advocate.

The post holder will also be accountable for achieving local and national targets related to the service.

Main duties of the job

Act as a role model for excellence in clinical research delivery.
Work with a high level of autonomy to manage his/her caseload of patients, whilst working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Maintain effective communication with patients, carers and professionals to ensure service delivery.
Work closely with the Research Matron and Clinical Lead in the provision of a comprehensive clinical trial service.
Be aware of and work within Local Trust's policies and procedures.
Maintain links with other clinical trials professionals across local and national networks to share knowledge, skills and provide mutual support.
To act in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct for Nurses, Midwives and Health Visitors and to be accountable for own clinical practice and professional actions at all times.
Ensure continued and effective registration with the NMC.

About us

St George's, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals and Health Group cares for a population of four million people in South West London and North East Surrey. Our sites include St George's Hospital, one of 11 major trauma centres in the UK and the largest healthcare provider and major teaching hospital in the area; St Helier Hospital, home to the South West Thames Renal and Transplantation Unit and Queen Mary's Hospital for Children; and Epsom Hospital, home to the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC).

After years of collaboration, our two Trusts became a hospitals group in 2021. While remaining as two separate Trusts, being a hospitals group will help us to collaborate more closely on research, and the development, education, and training of our 17,000-strong workforce.

Details

Date posted: 26 October 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 7
Salary: £58,133 to £65,261 a year per annum inc of HCAS (pro rata)
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 36 months
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 200-N-8217438-JK-Y
Job locations: St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, NIHR Clinical Research Facility, Jenner Wing, Blackshaw Road, London, SW17 0RE

Essential experience

Experience of managing a complex clinical research workload in Neurology or other specialities at Band 6 or above
Knowledge and experience of handling complex relationships
Experience of collaborating with other agencies
Evidence of successfully working with and contributing to a multi-disciplinary team
Experience of developing others through CPD / PDR / clinical supervision
Experience of formal/ informal teaching of patients and Staff
Experience and evidence of using highly developed motivational and negotiation skills to affect change
Experience of explaining complex concepts to patients in a clear and simplified mannerExperience of acting as a patient advocate

Desirable experience

Experience of radiation protection procedures
Experience of phlebotomy

Essential skills

Ability to manage own and others' time, workload and caseload effectively
Computer literacy including e-mails, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and databases utilised in clinical research
Ability to use effective written and verbal skills to overcome barriers to communication
Ability to take initiative, and work autonomously
Committed to personal development
Highly motivated and able to motivate others
Able to communicate complex information effectively across disciplines and agencies

Essential knowledge

Working knowledge of legislation and guidelines relevant to clinical research
Working knowledge of current Health and Safety issues relevant to post

Essential other

Flexible attitude to ways and hours of working

Essential qualifications and training

Nurse - NMC PIN
Completed post graduate qualification in speciality or clinical research related field
Teaching and assessing qualification or equivalent relevant experience

Desirable qualifications

Completed Master's degree in the speciality or related field or willing to work towards

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact: Research Matron Asha Vikraman, Ashamole.vikraman@stgeorges.nhs.uk, 02087253412

Employer details