• Job Description

  Req#: C9309-25-0829?language=en&page=18&sort=publicationDateDesc

  Job summary

  Applications are invited for a Research Associate or Nurse at the Department of Clinical Neuroscience, working under the supervision of Professor Huw Morris. The post holder will work as part of a multidisciplinary research team and will contribute to the continued success of three research projects into Parkinson's disease and Atypical Parkinsonism Syndromes.

  The position is based at The National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery (NHNN). The post holder will play an important role in recruitment, liaising with participants and the organisation of study logistics, administration of neuropsychological tests and assisting in the collection patient blood and spinal fluid samples.

  Main duties of the job

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  The post is available immediately and is funded by the NIHR clinical research network for 12 months in the first instance.

  We are keen to hear from enthusiastic Research Associates or Nurses who are keen to develop their research career, with a particular interest in neurodegeneration and neurogenetics.

  NHNN is a national and international leading centre of research, working collaboratively to expedite the translation of new insights from basic disease mechanisms into experimental medicine studies, clinical trials, treatments and rehabilitation techniques for the benefit of people with neurological disorders.

  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:

  • University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)

  • National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery

  • Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals

  • University College Hospital Grafton Way Building

  • Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine

  • University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre

  • The Hospital for Tropical Diseases

  • University College Hospital 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

  22 August 2025

  Pay scheme

  Agenda for change

  Band

  Band 5

  Salary

  £37,259 to £45,356 a year Per annum inclusive of HCAS

  Contract

  Fixed term

  Duration

  12 months

  Working pattern

  Full-time

  Reference number

  309-UCLH-6741

  Job locations

  National Hospital for Neurology & 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.

  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.

  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.

  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.

  Person Specification

  Knowledge and Qualifications

  Essential

  • Educated to degree or an equivalent relevant experience, e.g. Psychologist, Neuropsychologist, Genetic Counsellor, Allied Healthcare professional

  Desirable

  • Completed/working towards degree in the speciality or related field
  • Proven knowledge of GCP guidelines

  Experience

  Essential

  • Experience in delivering evidence based practice
  • Experience of explaining complex concepts to patients in a clear and simplified manner
  • Experience of acting as a patient advocate
  • Previous experience in audit and evaluation

  Desirable

  • Experience of formal/informal teaching of patients and staff
  • Experience of genetics and/or neurology
  • Experience of phlebotomy, cannulation and management of central lines
  • Experience of administrating neuropsychological/cognitive assessments
  • Clinical research experience
  • Experience of working in the NHS

  Skills and Abilities

  Essential

  • Able to work autonomously with minimal supervision
  • Ability to take charge and delegate duties
  • Able to work across organisational and professional boundaries
  • Computer literacy

  Communication

  Essential

  • Proven ability to communicate effectively in writing
  • Proven ability to communicate effectively verbally

  Personal and People Development

  Essential

  • Ability to work effectively under pressure

  Specific Requirements

  Essential

  • Awareness of appropriate health and safety legislation
  • Understanding the implications of Equal Opportunities in practice

  Person Specification

  Knowledge and Qualifications

  Essential

  • Educated to degree or an equivalent relevant experience, e.g. Psychologist, Neuropsychologist, Genetic Counsellor, Allied Healthcare professional

  Desirable

  • Completed/working towards degree in the speciality or related field
  • Proven knowledge of GCP guidelines

  Experience

  Essential

  • Experience in delivering evidence based practice
  • Experience of explaining complex concepts to patients in a clear and simplified manner
  • Experience of acting as a patient advocate
  • Previous experience in audit and evaluation

  Desirable

  • Experience of formal/informal teaching of patients and staff
  • Experience of genetics and/or neurology
  • Experience of phlebotomy, cannulation and management of central lines
  • Experience of administrating neuropsychological/cognitive assessments
  • Clinical research experience
  • Experience of working in the NHS

  Skills and Abilities

  Essential

  • Able to work autonomously with minimal supervision
  • Ability to take charge and delegate duties
  • Able to work across organisational and professional boundaries
  • Computer literacy

  Communication

  Essential

  • Proven ability to communicate effectively in writing
  • Proven ability to communicate effectively verbally

  Personal and People Development

  Essential

  • Ability to work effectively under pressure

  Specific Requirements

  Essential

  • Awareness of appropriate health and safety legislation
  • Understanding the implications of Equal Opportunities in practice

  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).

  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).

  Employer details

  Employer name

  University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

  Address

  National Hospital for Neurology & 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 & Neurosurgery

  Queen Square

  London

  WC1N 3BG

  
  

  Employer's website

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

• About the company

  National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.

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