• Job Description

  Req#: C9309-25-0184?language=en&page=780&sort=publicationDateDesc

  Job summary

  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 month the first instance.

  Do you want to provide exceptional care and be involved in providing state-of the art treatments to patients? We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and highly motivated Research Nurse (CRP) to become part of the team at UCLH. Octopus 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 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 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 successfully 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 to provide 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 orientated approach is essential. The ability to work autonomously but in collaboration with others is essential. Strong communication and organisational skills are also essential. A flexible proactive working approach is a key element to this role.

  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

  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.

  Date posted

  19 February 2025

  Pay scheme

  Agenda for change

  Band

  Band 6

  Salary

  £44,806 to £53,134 a year Per annum inclusive of HCAS

  Contract

  Fixed term

  Duration

  12 months

  Working pattern

  Full-time

  Reference number

  309-UCLH-5897

  Job locations

  National Hospital for Neurology & Neurosurgery, UCLH

  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.

  To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?

  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.

  To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?

  Person Specification

  Knowledge and Qualifications

  Essential

  • Registered Nurse Part 1,2 12 or Clinical Research Practitioner applicants:
  • GCP Training

  Desirable

  • Registration on the Academy for Healthcare Science Clinical Research Practitioner Accredited Register
  • Relevant post registration
  • Completed/working towards degree in the speciality or related fields Up to date

  Experience

  Essential

  • Clinical trials experience
  • For Clinical Trial Practitioner applicants
  • Experience of formal/ informal teaching of patients and staff

  Desirable

  • For Research Nurse applicants

  Experience

  Essential

  • Experience of explaining complex concepts to patients in a clear and simplified manner
  • Experience of phlebotomy, cannulation and management of central lines

  Desirable

  • Experience of working with Multiple Sclerosis patients
  • Experience of acting as a patient advocate
  • Knowledge of Trust research governance issues

  Skills and Abilities

  Essential

  • Proven ability to work effectively under pressure

  Communication

  Essential

  • Proven ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally

  Ensure the risk of infection to self, colleagues, patients, relatives and visitors is minimised by:

  Essential

  • Being familiar with, and adhering to Trust policies and guidance on infection prevention and control.
  • Completing all required training and education (both via e-learning and face to face) on infection prevention and control.
  • Including infection prevention and control as an integral part of your continuous personal/professional development and included in your annual appraisal
  • Taking personal responsibility so far as is reasonably practicable, in helping ensure that effective prevention and control of health care associated infections is embedded into everyday practice and applied consistently.

  Specific Requirements

  Essential

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

  Person Specification

  Knowledge and Qualifications

  Essential

  • Registered Nurse Part 1,2 12 or Clinical Research Practitioner applicants:
  • GCP Training

  Desirable

  • Registration on the Academy for Healthcare Science Clinical Research Practitioner Accredited Register
  • Relevant post registration
  • Completed/working towards degree in the speciality or related fields Up to date

  Experience

  Essential

  • Clinical trials experience
  • For Clinical Trial Practitioner applicants
  • Experience of formal/ informal teaching of patients and staff

  Desirable

  • For Research Nurse applicants

  Experience

  Essential

  • Experience of explaining complex concepts to patients in a clear and simplified manner
  • Experience of phlebotomy, cannulation and management of central lines

  Desirable

  • Experience of working with Multiple Sclerosis patients
  • Experience of acting as a patient advocate
  • Knowledge of Trust research governance issues

  Skills and Abilities

  Essential

  • Proven ability to work effectively under pressure

  Communication

  Essential

  • Proven ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally

  Ensure the risk of infection to self, colleagues, patients, relatives and visitors is minimised by:

  Essential

  • Being familiar with, and adhering to Trust policies and guidance on infection prevention and control.
  • Completing all required training and education (both via e-learning and face to face) on infection prevention and control.
  • Including infection prevention and control as an integral part of your continuous personal/professional development and included in your annual appraisal
  • Taking personal responsibility so far as is reasonably practicable, in helping ensure that effective prevention and control of health care associated infections is embedded into everyday practice and applied consistently.

  Specific Requirements

  Essential

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

  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, UCLH

  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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