Research Nurse / Clinical Trial Practitioner (NHS AfC: Band 6) - Neurology - University College[...]

Research Nurse / Clinical Trial Practitioner

NHS AfC: Band 6

Main area: Neurology

Grade: NHS AfC: Band 6

Contract: Fixed term: 12 months (FIXED FUNDING)

Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week

Job ref: 309-UCLH-5897

Site: National Hospital for Neurology & Neurosurgery, UCLH

Town: London

Salary: £44,806 - £53,134 Per annum inclusive of HCAS

Salary period: Yearly

Closing: 04/03/2025 23:59

Job overview

An exciting opportunity for a Research Nurse or Clinical Research Practitioner (CRP) to join full time - UCLH/UCL Queens Square Multiple Sclerosis Centre in supporting the Octopus MS for 12 months in the first instance.

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and highly motivated Research Nurse (CRP) to become part of the team at UCLH. The Octopus trial is a first-of-its-kind clinical trial for progressive MS which is looking to test potential treatments up to three times faster than normal. We are looking for an individual with excellent communication and organisational skills with attention to detail.

The post holder will be supported by the Research Manager and the Senior Research Nurse within the unit, and the role is ideal for highly motivated individuals who are keen to develop their career in Clinical Research Nursing/Clinical Trials. The post holders will work in close collaboration with the Principal Investigator and Research Support Staff, to ensure compliance with Trust Policy, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Human Tissue Act (HTA), and trial specific protocols.

Main duties of the job

You will play a key role in the successful delivery of the Octopus trial. You will provide specialist skills and knowledge to coordinate and manage the day-to-day activities in Octopus and be responsible for providing high-quality research. Your main responsibility will be ensuring the recruitment of patients, completion of trial-related activities, and reliable data collection as per protocol requirements in accordance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Research Governance, and local Trust policies for research. You will be required to plan and manage your own workload effectively and demonstrate effective time management and prioritisation. A proactive, flexible, and solution-oriented approach is essential.

The post is based at The National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, with links to the Department of Neuroinflammation at UCL Queen Square Institute of Neurology. It is part of a well-established multi-disciplinary clinical and research team at Queen Square Multiple Sclerosis Centre.

Closing date for applications: 2 weeks from publication

Working for our organisation

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.

Person specification

Knowledge and Qualifications

• Registered Nurse Part 1,2 12 or Clinical Research Practitioner applicants
• GCP Training
• Registration on the Academy for Healthcare Science Clinical Research Practitioner Accredited Register
• Completed/working towards a degree in the specialty or related fields

Experience

• Clinical trials experience
• Experience of formal/informal teaching of patients and staff
• Experience of explaining complex concepts to patients in a clear and simplified manner
• Experience of phlebotomy, cannulation, and management of central lines
• Experience of working with Multiple Sclerosis patients
• Experience of acting as a patient advocate
• Knowledge of Trust research governance issues

Skills and Abilities

• Proven ability to work effectively under pressure
• Proven ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally

Specific Requirements

• Willingness to work flexible hours on occasion
• Knowledge of key professional issues and NMC guidelines relating to professional practice

At UCLH, we have a real ‘One Team’ ethos, and our values – safety, kindness, teamwork and improving, are central to the way we work. This is supported by our staff, who voted us as the #1 NHS Acute Trust to work for in the whole of England.

UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff and has a dedicated policy which allows staff to apply for flexible working right from the beginning of employment.

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