Clinical Research Practitioner

Job summary
Are you passionate about clinical research and improving the lives of people affected by dementia? Do you enjoy working with patients and the public, building relationships, and being part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team?

We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated Clinical Research Practitioner to join the internationally renowned Dementia Research Centre (DRC) Clinical Trials Team at University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, based at the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery (NHNN).

The DRC is internationally recognised for delivering pioneering dementia research, with an extensive portfolio of commercial and academic clinical trials across Alzheimer's disease, frontotemporal dementia and other neurodegenerative disorders. Our studies include early-phase first-in-human therapies, disease-modifying treatments and prevention trials, offering participants access to some of the most innovative research in the field.

We are looking for a proactive, organised and compassionate individual with excellent communication and interpersonal skills who enjoys working directly with patients and their families. The successful candidate will be able to manage a varied workload, work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and demonstrate a keen interest in clinical research.

This vacancy may close before the current listed closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application.

Main duties of the job
The primary focus of this role is participant recruitment and clinical trial delivery. You will play an important role in identifying and recruiting participants into research studies by responding to enquiries, attending cognitive clinics, undertaking pre-screening activities and supporting the informed consent process.

Working closely with clinicians, research nurses and the wider multidisciplinary team, you will coordinate study visits, perform study procedures appropriate to your training, collect high-quality research data and ensure studies are delivered safely and efficiently in accordance with study protocols and Good Clinical Practice (ICH-GCP).

The successful candidate will build positive relationships with research participants and their families, contribute to the smooth running of a varied portfolio of clinical trials, and help ensure an excellent participant experience throughout their research journey.

About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.

We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:o University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)o National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgeryo Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitalso University College Hospital Grafton Way Buildingo Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicineo University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centreo The Hospital for Tropical Diseaseso University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street

We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.

We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.

Details
Date posted: 11 August 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 5
Salary: £38,488 to £46,852 a year
Per annum inclusive of HCAS
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 12 months
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 309-UCLH-8339
Job locations: National Hospital for Neurology & Neurosurgery, Queen Square, London, WC1N 3BG, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.

Please note, due to anticipated high volumes of applications, this vacancy may close earlier than the listed closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application

Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*

* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.

UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working .

To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?

Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential

• Degree in science or health-related discipline relevant to the speciality (e.g. psychology, neuroscience, nursing)
• Knowledge of Research Governance Framework, EU Clinical Trials Directives, Data Protection Act
• Knowledge of ICH/GCP guidelines

Desirable

• Knowledge of research design and methods

Experience
Essential

• Experience of working in a healthcare setting or research environment including clinical trials
• Experience of working as part of a team and collaboratively across multi professional teams
• Experience in obtaining vital signs and/or ECG collection
• Experience of database management

Desirable

• Experience of processing biological samples
• Experience of collecting blood samples via venepuncture.
• Experience of working with people with dementia
• Experience of explaining complex concepts to patients/study participants in a clear and simplified manner
• Experience of conducting cognitive rating scales (e.g. MMSE, RBANS, CDR)
• Experience of consenting participants for research studies

Skills and Abilities
Essential

• IT proficiency in excel, word, email and web-based applications
• Meticulous and accurate approach to work with attention to detail
• Excellent organisation and time management skills with proven ability to prioritise own workload
• Able to remain calm when under pressure and in stressful situations

Values
Essential

• Demonstrate ability to meet Trust Values of safety, kindness, teamwork and improving
• Enthusiasm for learning, new ideas and continuing professional development

Communication
Essential

• Communicates with patients and carers in an empathetic manner
• Excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to develop and maintain constructive relationships with
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively, verbally, in writing and electronically, adapting style to suit diverse audiences including patients, relatives and colleagues.

Personal and People Development
Essential

• Demonstrates enthusiastic nature
• Interest in dementia research and a commitment to supporting high quality research
• Able to work flexibly

Specific Requirements
Desirable

• Experience of using research related database/network including EDGE, Clinical Governance and CPMS.
• Experience of using Electronic Health Record System (EHRS) e.g. EPIC

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).

Employer details
Employer name: University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address: National Hospital for Neurology & Neurosurgery, Queen Square, London, WC1N 3BG, United Kingdom
Employer's website: (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Dementia Lead Research Nurse, Sittana Abdelmagid, View email address on meeveem.com

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.