Cardiovascular Research Nurse
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Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust Cardiovascular Research Nurse
The closing date is 19 November 2026
Job summary
We are looking to recruit a Band 5 Vascular Research Nurse to join the dynamic Peart Rose Research Team. The Team manages the delivery of a wide variety of studies within the Cardiovascular Directorate; coordinating research trials across three acute hospital sites (Hammersmith Hospital, St Mary's Hospital and Charing Cross Hospital). Much of the role will be conducted at St Marys and Charing Cross Hospital sites; however, flexibility with time and adaptability to work in different environments especially across three sites may be necessary to meet study requirements.
The post holder will support the coordination and management of vascular research projects
The main focus of the role will be in supporting the delivery and development of the research portfolio through identification of suitable participants, co-ordination, recruitment, performance and maintenance of study documentation as well as administration of Investigational Medicinal Products as appropriate. This role requires the successful candidate to be patient facing, including taking consent and samples from patients.
Main duties of the job
- To facilitate efficient, safe and participant-focused research across Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust.
- To contribute to the management of the local portfolio of clinical research studies.
- To work according to the principles of Good Clinical Practice & research governance standards for clinical research studies.
- To establish excellent working relationships with Clinical Trials Units and clinical research study personnel to ensure the smooth running of research studies, and to be the first point of contact for your research studies.
- To input into the feasibility and set-up processes for new studies, including patient target setting.
- To organise/attend site selection meetings, site initiation meetings and other relevant meetings.
- To recognise if the design of studies conflicts with regulatory frameworks and legal requirements and to act on concerns raised.
- To ensure that the clinical study protocols you are working on are adhered to and that research does not deviate from them.
- To identify and help recruit patients eligible to enter clinical research studies.
- To seek and participate in informed consent processes prior to any research-related procedure, in accordance with the study protocol and local procedures.
- To register/randomise patients into research studies.
- To identify barriers to recruitment to research studies and ensure that the Team Leader is aware of them, and to support and develop action plans and strategies to overcome these barriers as required.
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 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. .
Details
Date posted
05 November 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year pa inclusive
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
290-CR-2122
Job locations
Charing Cross Hospital
Fulham Palace Road
London
W6 8RF
United Kingdom
Job description
Job 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 overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Job description
Job 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 overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- NMC registration for nurses
- Post Registration Clinical Experience
Desirable
- Evidence of continuous personal and academic development
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working within NHS environment and with service users
- Proven participation in the consent process for patients entering clinical trials
Desirable
- Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
- Knowledge of National Institute of Health Research (NIHR), its values, aims and structure
Skills/Knowledge/Abilities
Essential
- Understanding of Research Governance Procedures/ICH-GCP, and the EU Clinical Trials Directive
- Understanding of clinical research methodology
- Understanding of medical terminology, particularly in cardiovascular medicine, and ability to interpret patient records, and extract clinical data
- Proven ability to manage processes, quality, and productivity
- Phlebotomy/Cannulation skills
Desirable
- Venepuncture and/or cannulation skills
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- NMC registration for nurses
- Post Registration Clinical Experience
Desirable
- Evidence of continuous personal and academic development
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working within NHS environment and with service users
- Proven participation in the consent process for patients entering clinical trials
Desirable
- Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
- Knowledge of National Institute of Health Research (NIHR), its values, aims and structure
Skills/Knowledge/Abilities
Essential
- Understanding of Research Governance Procedures/ICH-GCP, and the EU Clinical Trials Directive
- Understanding of clinical research methodology
- Understanding of medical terminology, particularly in cardiovascular medicine, and ability to interpret patient records, and extract clinical data
- Proven ability to manage processes, quality, and productivity
- Phlebotomy/Cannulation skills
Desirable
- Venepuncture and/or cannulation skills
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).
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.
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
Address
Charing Cross Hospital
Fulham Palace Road
London
W6 8RF
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.imperial.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
Address
Charing Cross Hospital
Fulham Palace Road
London
W6 8RF
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.imperial.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Senior Clinical Research Nurse Team Lead
Sean Connarty
02033117364
Details
Date posted
05 November 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year pa inclusive
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
290-CR-2122
Job locations
Charing Cross Hospital
Fulham Palace Road
London
W6 8RF
United Kingdom
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