Clinical Autonomic Scientist/Researcher
The closing date is 02 June 2026.
We are pleased to invite applicants for a 3‑year fixed‑term post as a Clinical Autonomic Scientist/Researcher. This post is intended for an autonomic fellow with neurology training. The successful applicant will support the nationally and internationally recognised Autonomic Unit at the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, contributing to the translation of autonomic research into clinical practice and to the provision of diagnostic tests and novel treatments.
Main duties of the job
The team has developed additional patient pathways, including autonomic assessment, rehabilitation and immunotherapy for autoimmune autonomic ganglionopathy, as well as an autonomic adolescent service and new diagnostic assessment for postganglionic sudomotor dysfunction. The expanded spectrum of patients necessitates a senior specialist in autonomic neurology to lead assessment and treatment of patients with autonomic failure.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
- BSc in life sciences or equivalent
- Familiar with decontamination procedures for bodily fluids and potentially infectious materials
Experience
- Experience of performing autonomic investigations
- Ability to write and speak clearly and concisely in English
- Experience of working in a research‑based environment, either laboratory or clinically based
- Basic life support and automated external defibrillator training
Skills and Abilities
- Able to concentrate for prolonged periods during testing, data analysis and handling of blood samples while coping with unpredictable interruptions
- Willingness to accept responsibility
- Effective prioritisation and time‑management skills
- Ability to make sensible judgments involving facts/situations that may require analysis and interpretation
- Objective view and good teamwork
- Competence in office computer software (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
Values
- Demonstrate ability to meet Trust values of safety, kindness, teamwork and improvement
Communication
- High level of written and oral communication, including attention to detail
- Understanding of the Data Protection Act and ability to maintain confidentiality
- Use of influencing and persuasive skills
- Professional and effective handling of difficult, distressed or anxious individuals
Personal and People Development
- Enabling people to learn new skills and information
- Self‑directed study without a structured timetable
- Learning new skills
Responsibilities towards promoting Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
- Demonstrated understanding of Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion and knowledge of NHS obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and the Public Sector Equality Duties
Infection Control
- Familiar with and adheres to Trust policies and guidance on infection prevention and control
- Completes required training and education on infection prevention and control
- Integrates infection prevention and control into continuous professional development and annual appraisal
- Takes personal responsibility as reasonably possible
Specific Requirements
- Able to stand for much of the day
- Tolerant of hot, occasionally smelly environments
- Ability to move cartons, some large, occasionally heavy (limited requirement)
- Assistance with transfer of immobile/impaired people
- Willing to learn phlebotomy skills, including cannulation
- Dexterity and good hand‑eye coordination for accuracy, above‑average keyboard skills, handling of blood/plasma, phlebotomy, delicate and expensive electronic equipment
- Fit to perform full duties of the post, as determined through occupational health, with reasonable aids provided where possible
- Understanding and commitment to the needs of the Autonomic Unit service
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Contract and Compensation
Fixed term (3 years), Full‑time. Salary: £47,951 to £56,863 per annum inclusive of HCAS.
Location
National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, UCLH.
Reference Number
309-UCLH-7902
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