Clinical Research Nurse

Job description

About the role

Are you a registered nurse with a passion for clinical research and improving global health?

We are seeking a Clinical Research Nurse to join Professor Chris Chiu's internationally recognised Respiratory Virus Immunity Group, supporting pioneering studies that aim to improve our understanding of respiratory viral infections and accelerate the development of new vaccines and treatments.

In this exciting patient-facing role, you will recruit and support study participants, deliver clinical research procedures, and contribute to world-leading human infection challenge studies investigating viruses such as influenza, RSV and SARS-CoV-2.

What you would be doing

As a Clinical Research Nurse, you will play a key role in delivering innovative experimental medicine studies from participant recruitment through to study completion. You will:

• Recruit, screen and enrol volunteers into clinical research studies.
• Support participants throughout their study journey, providing clear information, guidance and reassurance.
• Undertake clinical research procedures including phlebotomy, microbiological sampling and support for specialist procedures.
• Monitor participants during outpatient visits and inpatient study periods, escalating concerns appropriately.
• Record and manage clinical and research data in accordance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), GDPR and research governance requirements.
• Work closely with research nurses, clinicians, laboratory scientists and project managers to ensure smooth and efficient study delivery.
• Contribute to the development of study processes, participant pathways and recruitment strategies.
• Help deliver internationally recognised human challenge studies that inform the development of future vaccines and treatments.

What we are looking for

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic nurse who is keen to develop their clinical research career within a supportive and collaborative team. You should have:

• Current NMC registration with at least two years' post-registration experience as an Adult Nurse in a relevant clinical specialty.
• Previous clinical research experience.
• Strong phlebotomy skills and confidence collecting clinical samples.
• A solid understanding of Good Clinical Practice (GCP), research governance and patient confidentiality.
• Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
• A patient-centred approach and commitment to delivering an excellent participant experience.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• The ability to work independently while contributing positively to a multidisciplinary team.
• Enthusiasm for learning new skills and contributing to cutting-edge clinical research.
• Flexibility to support occasional weekend study visits during inpatient study periods.

The role and encourage applications from those who meet the criteria.

What we can offer you

• The opportunity to work alongside Professor Chris Chiu and a leading multidisciplinary team undertaking globally recognised respiratory virus research.
• Exposure to unique human infection challenge studies and experimental medicine research.
• Comprehensive support and mentorship from experienced Band 7 and senior research nurses.
• Excellent opportunities to develop specialist clinical research skills and advance your career.
• Access to Imperial's extensive learning, development and wellbeing resources.
• Sector-leading salary and remuneration package, including generous annual leave and pension benefits.
• A welcoming, supportive and collaborative team environment dedicated to improving global health through research.
• Grow in your career with tailored training programmes for clinical staff including dedicated support with navigating your career and managing research as well as a transparent promotion process.
• Sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 41 days off a year and generous pension schemes).
• Be part of a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources designed to support your personal and professional wellbeing .

Further information

This is a full-time post (37 hours per week) based across Hammersmith Campus. Occasional work at other Imperial sites might include; St Mary's Campus, Charing Cross Campus and Chelsea and Westminster Hospital.

This role is offered on a fixed-term contract to 30 June 2028.

You will usually work Monday to Friday, 09:00-17:00, with some flexibility and occasional pre-agreed Work-From-Home days. During inpatient phases of studies, some pre-planned weekend working will be required as part of a rota system.

If you require any further details about the role, please contact: Lydia Slater: [email protected]