Job summary
The postholder will be supported by a Lead Research Nurse, a Senior Research Nurse, Research Nurses, as well as Neurology Consultants. The post holder should be competent in performing general physical and neurological examination, and have a reasonable understanding of Parkinson's and Multiple Sclerosis disease, and other neurological conditions. The ability to perform lumbar punctures unsupervised, EDSS and MDS-UPDRS ratings would be highly desirable. The post holder should have knowledge and understanding of ICH-Good Clinical Practice, aware of the importance of adhering to these principles whilst conducting research.
The successful candidate shall be provided with training as appropriate for a particular study but will also need to be well organised, show attention to detail, and function in a dynamic team environment as well as develop strong working relationships with the study investigators, the commercial CRO and the industrial sponsor.
Please make sure you are available on the day to attend the interview in-person.
Expected Interview Date: 13th May 2026
Main duties of the job
Working alongside the consultants, nursing staff, technicians and academics, the post holder will:
- Help with participant screening and recruitment
- Consent patients
- Monitor, report and review for serious adverse events and patient safety
- Perform physical and neurological examinations on patients
- Lead the clinical aspects of the study and oversee scheduled study visits
- Uphold Good Clinical Practice principles
- Liaise with clinical teams, promoting research and its integration across the Trust
This post is 0.4 WTE, working two days a week onsite with the Neurosciences Research Delivery Team. The two days will likely be fixed, with flexibility appreciated.
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care. Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career. Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We encourage staff to have the Covid vaccination to protect themselves, patients, other colleagues as well as the wider community. Please note it is an operational requirement to comply with infection prevention and control procedures within the Trust such as lateral flow testing, handwashing and the wearing of masks, according to the procedures in place at any time or location.
As part of our continued response to Covid19 we are still conducting the majority of our interviews virtually.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part-time or job share. Please talk to us at interview.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Working alongside the consultants, nursing staff, technicians and academics, the post holder will:
Working alongside the consultants, nursing staff, technicians and academics, the post holder will:
- Help with participant screening and recruitment
- Consent patients
- Monitor, report and review for serious adverse events and patient safety
- Perform physical and neurological examinations on patients
- Lead the clinical aspects of the study and oversee scheduled study visits
- Uphold Good Clinical Practice principles
- Liaise with clinical teams, promoting research and its integration across the Trust
Job description
Job responsibilities
Working alongside the consultants, nursing staff, technicians and academics, the post holder will:
Working alongside the consultants, nursing staff, technicians and academics, the post holder will:
- Help with participant screening and recruitment
- Consent patients
- Monitor, report and review for serious adverse events and patient safety
- Perform physical and neurological examinations on patients
- Lead the clinical aspects of the study and oversee scheduled study visits
- Uphold Good Clinical Practice principles
- Liaise with clinical teams, promoting research and its integration across the Trust
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
- On GMC registered/ licensed Medical Practitioner
Desirable
- MRCP member or equivalent
Clinical skills
Essential
- Competence in general physical examination
- Competence in neurological examination
- Ability to perform lumbar punctures unsupervised
- Understanding of Parkinson's Disease and Multiple Sclerosis
Desirable
- Ability to perform cannulation and venepuncture unsupervised
Relevant experience in specialty/Sub specialty
Essential
- Experience relevant to neuroscience, including Parkinson's Disease and/or Multiple Sclerosis clinical care or research
Desirable
- Teaching experience / qualification
- Clinical research experience
- GCP (R3) certificate
Team work
Essential
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
Probity
Essential
- Honesty, integrity, appreciation of ethical dilemmas.
- Must be able to demonstrate and model the key Trust values of kind, collaborative, expert and aspirational.
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
- On GMC registered/ licensed Medical Practitioner
Desirable
- MRCP member or equivalent
Clinical skills
Essential
- Competence in general physical examination
- Competence in neurological examination
- Ability to perform lumbar punctures unsupervised
- Understanding of Parkinson's Disease and Multiple Sclerosis
Desirable
- Ability to perform cannulation and venepuncture unsupervised
Relevant experience in specialty/Sub specialty
Essential
- Experience relevant to neuroscience, including Parkinson's Disease and/or Multiple Sclerosis clinical care or research
Desirable
- Teaching experience / qualification
- Clinical research experience
- GCP (R3) certificate
Team work
Essential
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
Probity
Essential
- Honesty, integrity, appreciation of ethical dilemmas.
- Must be able to demonstrate and model the key Trust values of kind, collaborative, expert and aspirational.
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.
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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.
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
