Job Description

Job number

MED05382

Faculties

Faculty of Medicine

Departments

Department of Brain Sciences

Salary or Salary range

46,614 - 54,917 per annum

Location/campus

Hammersmith Campus - On site only

Contract type work pattern

Part time - Fixed term

Posting End Date

20 Oct 2025

About the role

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We are looking for a neonatal nurse with a strong interest in clinical research to join Imperial's Department of Brain Sciences in a key role that provides support for a multi-national clinical trial. The Centre for Perinatal Neuroscience has an international reputation for research in perinatal neurology and brain imaging. You would be working in the centre on the COMET trial, led by Professor Sudhin Thayyil, which is an NIHR funded trial investigating whole-body hypothermia as a therapy for babies with mild hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy.

What you would be doing

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As a COMET research nurse, you will take a leading role in the management of care pathways for recruiting patients into the study. You will provide in-depth knowledge on aspects pertinent to acquiring and maintaining informed consent. You will work collaboratively with the research team and the wider multidisciplinary team and act as an expert resource for staff, researchers, research participants and patients. You will lead on the development and updating of local policies and procedures and contribute to the development of national policies. You will lead on the training and supervision of staff and researchers at various national and international recruiting sites.

What we are looking for

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You should be a registered neonatal/paediatric nurse (RSCN/RNC) and have experience of working in tertiary neonatal units. You should have a good knowledge of NHS and NIHR research processes and ICH GCP. You should have good negotiating skills and the ability to work independently and a changing environment. Experience of working on clinical trials and their associated regulatory processes, is desirable, but not essential.

What we can offer you

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You will be working in a Department that fosters the highest standards of scientific integrity and for maintaining a collegial, diverse and inclusive working environment. For more details of our support for staff, see our webpages. As an organisation, Imperial will offer:


The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to use science for humanity. Benefit from a sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 39 days' annual leave and generous pension schemes). Access to a range of workplace benefits including a flexible working policy from day one, generous family leave packages, on-site leisure facilities and cycle-to-work scheme. Interest-free season ticket loan schemes for travel. Be part of a diverse, inclusive and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources to support your personal and professional wellbeing.

Further information

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This is a part-time fixed term role based at our Hammersmith Campus.



If you require any further details about the role, please contact Sudhin Thayyil (s.thayyil@imperial.ac.uk).

Available documents

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Please note that job descriptions are not exhaustive, and you may be asked to take on additional duties that align with the key responsibilities mentioned above.

We reserve the right to close the advert prior to the closing date stated should we receive a high volume of applications. It is therefore advisable that you submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.



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About Imperial

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As a member of our vibrant community of 22,000 students and 8,000 staff, you'll collaborate with passionate minds across nine London campuses and a global network.



This is your chance to help shape the future. We hope you'll join us at Imperial College London.


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Our Culture

We work towards equality of opportunity, to eliminating discrimination, and to creating an inclusive working environment for all. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries, and are committed to employing a team that has diverse skills, experiences and abilities. You can read more about our commitment on our webpages.



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