Senior Research Nurse: Clinical Trials Delivery

NHS Lothian seeks a Senior Research Nurse to deliver dementia and neurodegenerative disease clinical trials in Edinburgh.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Band 6 Senior Research Nurse to join the Neuroprogressive and Dementia Network (NDN) team within NHS Lothian.

Based at the Western General Hospital in Edinburgh, you will become part of a dedicated and highly skilled research delivery team at the forefront of groundbreaking clinical research. This role offers a unique chance to contribute to studies that have the potential to transform the lives of people living with neurodegenerative conditions and shape the future of patient care.

The team coordinates and delivers an exciting and diverse portfolio of clinical trials, both commercial and academic, across a wide range of neurological conditions, including Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease, Dementia with Lewy Bodies, Progressive Supranuclear Palsy, Mild Cognitive Impairment, Vascular Dementia, and Huntington’s disease.

Further information on the Lothian NDN team is available on our website: https://services.nhslothian.scot/neuroprogressiveanddementianetwork/

Why Join Us?

• Be part of pioneering research that is changing the future of dementia and neurodegenerative disease care.
• Work alongside expert multidisciplinary teams and the wider NRS Neuroprogressive & Dementia Network in Scotland
• This post offers an excellent opportunity to develop new clinical skills and gain experience in the management and delivery of clinical trials.

For further information on what is included in the role and what skills/experience are being looked for, please view the job advert via the NHS Scotland Jobs website. If after reading this information you have any questions, please contact:

Jessica Crossan, Senior Clinical Studies Officer, 0131 537 2409, Jessica.crossan@nhs.scot

Ruth Moss, Clinical Nurse Manager, 0131 537 4065, ruth.moss@nhs.scot