Motor Neurone Disease Association Senior Research Nurse
The closing date is 26 October 2025
Job summary
This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route however sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds (£25000), and any role-specific criteria.
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust, is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us, expanding our current Motor Neurone Disease (MND) Clinical Tral portfolio both locally and regionally.
We are seeking a dynamic, enthusiastic, organised and experienced clinical research nurse with excellent communication skills to help develop and maintain a growing portfolio of MND clinical trials.
Main duties of the job
Has the knowledge and expertise to be responsible for the planning and coordinating of clinical research trials within the specialty of Motor Neurone Disease (MND).
To support, deliver and lead a senior research nurse service within the Sussex MND Network catchment area.
To lead on the delivery of the MND research nurse service objectives, as agreed with the MND Association
The post holder will manage and oversee a portfolio of clinical research studies, liaising with Chief and Principal Investigators.
Shares responsibility for development and management of the service.
Provide professional nursing leadership and support at departmental level and to clinical research nurses across divisions and collaborate with the senior nurse managers to enhance nursing practice and strategy.
About us
At UHSussex (UHSx), diversity is our strength, & we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness & experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, & can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) & a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients & staff with the same compassion & empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above & beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our candidate information pack & wellbeing programme,for staff which is extensive & designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching & training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us & throughout your career we will help you to grow & develop.We hope that in choosing UHSx you are choosing a long & happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make & feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application & the start of your journey with UHSx.
Candidate Information Pack: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/
Details
Date posted
07 October 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£47,810 to £54,710 a year per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
24 months
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
279- 7441778-OCT25
Job locations
Royal Sussex County Hospital
Eastern Road
Brighton
BN2 5BE
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
Address
Royal Sussex County Hospital
Eastern Road
Brighton
BN2 5BE
Employer's website
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