Job summary
- Main area
- Neurology Research ACCT
- Grade
- Band 6
- Contract
- 12 months (Fixed term)
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week
- Job ref
- 259-7205624GSS
- Employer
- Barts Health NHS Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Royal London Hospital
- Town
- London
- Salary
- £44,806 - £53,134 per annum inc
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 26/05/2025 23:59
Employer heading

Research Nurse
Band 6
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain’s leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
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Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 research nurse on the fast-paced, innovative Neurology Day Unit at a leading teaching hospital in East London. We are looking for enthusiastic individuals with experience working in research, who are willing to gain and develop knowledge on different neurological conditions, in particular multiple sclerosis. We seek someone who will complement and encourage the existing team.
The post-holder will support the clinical trials manager in the smooth running of clinical trial activity on the unit, taking a leading role in clinical research involving a wide portfolio of trials and studies, both interventional and observational. The post holder will provide support to members of the team and carries responsibility for the assessment of care needs, the development, implementation and evaluation of care and setting standards for patients participating in research.
The post holder will be responsible for managing their own workload under supervision from the clinical trials manager and matron. The post holder will work within a team which will consist of neurologists, junior staff nurses and Healthcare Support workers.
Main duties of the job
This research nurse position offers the opportunity for a motivated nurse to work as part of a supportive team to deliver clinical trials to patients with neurological conditions in a thriving London hospital. The role will involve supporting patients throughout their clinical trial journey, from recruitment up until trial completion. The role will require effective communication with various internal and external clinical and research contacts.
Working for our organisation
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain’s leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Registered nurse with current professional registration.
- ICH GCP training.
Desirable criteria
- Postgraduate qualification.
Experience
Essential criteria
- Post registration experience.
- Experience caring for patients participating in clinical trials.
- Experience performing venepuncture, cannulation, ECGs and vital observations
- Experience of working independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Desirable criteria
- Safety reporting for clinical trials.
Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Ongoing interest in continuing professional development (CPD).
- Knowledge of the UK Policy Framework for Health and Social Care research.
- Understanding of GDPR legislation.
Desirable criteria
- Knowledge of research design and methodology.
- Awareness of own training and development needs.
Skills
Essential criteria
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with patients and colleagues.
- Proficient in use of electronic medical records.
- Meticulous documentation.
- Ability to use electronic data capture system(s) for timely clinical trial data entry and query resolution.
- Proficient in use of Microsoft applications.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills.
Desirable criteria
- Ability to process biological samples including centrifugation
- Certified IATA training for handling biological samples.
Other
Essential criteria
- Ability and willingness to work flexibly on a portfolio of neurology studies.
- Ability to meet deadlines.
- Team player with ability to work on own initiative.
- Advise and support new and existing staff.
- Maintain the health and safety of patients and staff, ensuring that any accident/incident is reported promptly in the correct manner.
- Motivation to improve patients’ quality of life through delivering research.
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Kimberley Allen-Philbey
- Job title
- Research Trials Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
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