Job summary
The Trust has a reputation for award-winning research and innovation. Last year our research teams recruited over 16,000 participants into clinical trials and this effort led to PHU being ranked the top recruiting large acute trusts.
We are seeking self-motivated and driven individual to join our cohort of research fellows with a special interest in Colorectal surgery.
We have a strong, successful track record of delivering research studies and have supported MRes/MD/PhD research fellows with an aim for them to achieve their higher degrees and peer reviewed publications. We undertake numerous local and national research studies, and the fellow will have the opportunity to contribute to these.
It is anticipated that the successful candidate will achieve publications in peer reviewed journals and presentations at national and international meetings. In addition, they will conduct multi-centre portfolio studies and unique original research as part of the project. You will work closely with the lead clinicians in robotic surgery and wider team of trial staff to set up, deliver and develop research studies. As part of our University Hospital partnership, we also work closely with University of Portsmouth Colleagues and members of the public to co-produce grant applications and study protocols.
Main duties of the job
This is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious trainee surgeon to gain experience of delivering clinical research under the supervision of Prof Jim Khan (specialist colorectal surgeon with comprehensive training in general, colorectal, robotic and laparoscopic surgery) and team.
This will be for a full-time fixed term post for 12 months
About us
Here at Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust, we are proud to provide expert, compassionate care for our local population. We are ranked as the third in the country for research, embedding education and training across the organisation. Our main hub is the Queen Alexandra Hospital, which is one of the largest hospitals on the south coast employing over 8,700 staff.
Our patients come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes our hospital stronger. If you share our values and our enthusiasm for getting it right for patients, colleagues, and our community, you will find a home at Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious trainee surgeon to gain experience of delivering clinical research under the supervision of Prof Jim Khan (specialist colorectal surgeon with comprehensive training in general, colorectal, robotic and laparoscopic surgery) and team.
This will be for a full-time fixed term post for 12 months
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious trainee surgeon to gain experience of delivering clinical research under the supervision of Prof Jim Khan (specialist colorectal surgeon with comprehensive training in general, colorectal, robotic and laparoscopic surgery) and team.
This will be for a full-time fixed term post for 12 months
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- An interest in clinical research
- Demonstration of enthusiasm and interest in a career in a surgical specialty
- The ability to interact well intellectually and personally with colleagues and patients
- The ability to communicate with patients clearly
- The ability to complete work on time and work to deadlines
- Self-motivation, initiative and the ability to work both independently and as part of a busy team
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Evidence of prioritising and organisational skills and the ability to meet tight deadlines
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills including presentation and report writing skills
Qualifications
Essential
- A GMC registered medical practitioner
- Surgical trainee
- Data analytics and experience of working with data cohorts and language models
Desirable
- Full Membership of the Royal College of Surgeons
- A specialist training number
- Considering registration for higher degree
- Good Clinical Practice certificate
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- An interest in clinical research
- Demonstration of enthusiasm and interest in a career in a surgical specialty
- The ability to interact well intellectually and personally with colleagues and patients
- The ability to communicate with patients clearly
- The ability to complete work on time and work to deadlines
- Self-motivation, initiative and the ability to work both independently and as part of a busy team
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Evidence of prioritising and organisational skills and the ability to meet tight deadlines
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills including presentation and report writing skills
Qualifications
Essential
- A GMC registered medical practitioner
- Surgical trainee
- Data analytics and experience of working with data cohorts and language models
Desirable
- Full Membership of the Royal College of Surgeons
- A specialist training number
- Considering registration for higher degree
- Good Clinical Practice certificate
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.
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
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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.
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).
