Senior Divisional Research Nurse

Overview

Are you an enthusiastic and compassionate individual, looking to lead a clinical research delivery team? We are looking for an individual with appropriate knowledge, skills and experience to join and lead our Neurosciences research team, within the Division of Medicine.We are offering a great opportunity to lead clinical research trial delivery in one of the most dynamic and well-respected Academic Health Science Centres within the UK. This post offers a unique opportunity for an individual who would like to further develop their career within the area of clinical research and leadership, and gain valuable experience in clinical trial operations, from setup through to conclusion in the specialty of Neurology, including Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson\''s Disease and MND.The Senior Divisional Research Nurse will be responsible for overseeing a team of four clinical research nurses and a clinical research assistant, and ensuring the smooth running of participant recruitment and visits for studies adopted by National Institute of Health Research (NIHR) and commercial trials.Using initiative and strategy, the team leader will manage day-to-day activities, link with multidisciplinary clinical teams and other researchers in the neurosciences research department, and work with the Lead Research Nurse for Neurosciences, achieving outcomes, participant recruitment and positive team culture, to continue the successes of the team.Responsibilities

Takes an active lead in the setting up, coordination and management of clinical research studies.Demonstrates a detailed knowledge and understanding of different research designs and methodologies and the regulatory and legal frameworks related to clinical research studies.Provides comprehensive advice and guidance on matters relating to research ethics and governance.To advise staff and researchers, acting as a knowledgeable resource on matters relating to clinical practice and research, promoting an active and effective research culture.To co-ordinate the care of your own caseload of clinical research study participants.To contribute to the development of research protocols.To assist in the process of gaining local regulatory committee approval (ethics and RandD approval).Continue your own professional development keeping updated with current practice.Leads on the professional and educational development of staff.Coordinate own portfolio of clinical studies.Qualifications and Requirements

EssentialRegistered NurseDesirablePostgraduate qualificationSkills / AbilitiesLeadership skillsAbility to work as part of a teamProven teaching and assessing skillsAbility to apply current research to practiceAble to manage difficult situations effectivelyAble to prioritise and meet deadlinesAble to use own initiativeDemonstrates an awareness of the wider NHS service developmentsExcellent level of English language demonstrated through effective written and verbal communication skills.Demonstrate the ability to compile complex written informationAbility to create and use a database and spreadsheet applicationsExperiencePrevious research experienceExperience of supervision of junior staffFor specialist areas able to demonstrate specialist knowledge of patient groupKnowledge of research and auditEvidence of continuing professional developmentAbility to practice within the scope of the NMC Code of Professional Conduct.Ability to demonstrate application of the NHS Plan to own sphere of practice.DesirablePost registration teaching or mentorship qualificationExperience of supporting the set-up of new research studiesDetails

Date posted: 03 September 2025Pay scheme: Agenda for changeBand: Band 7Salary: £56,276 to £63,176 a year pa inclusiveContract: PermanentWorking pattern: Full-timeReference number: 290-MIC-1786Job locations: Charing Cross Hospital, Fulham Palace Road, London, W6 8RFAbout us and Benefits

At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You\''ll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Optional benefits include Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities. We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview.Additional information

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service may be required. Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information see the UK Visas and Immigration website. Applicants must have current UK professional registration. See NHS Careers website for ..... full job details .....