Description
We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly motivated Research Nurse to join our dynamic team in the UCL Centre for Clinical Research in Infection and Sexual Health. The post holder will work collaboratively with Principal Investigators, co-investigators, and all staff involved with clinical research across the Centre and affiliated NHS Trusts.
The successful candidate will ensure oversight of studies, conduct risk assessments, contribute to education, training, and clinical management within the clinical research team, and support nurse revalidation. Research nurses are responsible for the oversight of a portfolio of studies, leading in all communication to support recruitment, the reporting of clinical events, the collection of quality-controlled data, and effective communication with external sponsors.
The role is full-time (36.5 hours per week) and is available immediately for 12 months in the first instance. The salary range is £43,981 to £54,019 per annum, including London Allowance, depending on experience.
Key responsibilities:
- Oversight of studies
- Conduct risk assessments
- Contribute to education, training, and clinical management
- Support nurse revalidation
- Lead communication for study recruitment and data collection
- Ensure effective communication with external sponsors
Requirements:
- Current professional registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
- Evidence of commitment to continuous professional development
- Good Clinical Practice training or commitment to undertake this on appointment
- Experience of clinical research/clinical trials and/or gathering and analysing research data
- Knowledge of sexual health, infectious diseases, and blood-borne virus infection
- Understanding of data protection and confidentiality issues
Desirable qualifications and experience:
- First degree or working towards a degree
- Research or postgraduate qualification
- Non-medical prescribing qualification
- Experience of working in infectious disease, sexual health, HIV, and/or related specialties