Job summary
The Research Fellow
will come from either gastroenterology or general surgery
(GI interest) background and gain experience in
many areas of research and in endoscopy practice. The endoscopy unit has an
international reputation for research and innovation in endoscopy delivering
the largest endoscopy trials in the world. It offers bowel cancer screening and
regional services including double balloon enteroscopy, video capsule endoscopy
and trans nasal endoscopy.
Main duties of the job
Support the COLOSPEED studies including COLOCOHORT. Responsibility
for study related medical support within own expertise
and in consultation with study Principle Investigators (PIs). Assist in the development of study protocols,
grant applications and publications as directed by supervisor. Ensure studies
are delivered in accordance with good clinical practice and study protocols.
Liaison with the wider hospital
teams such as laboratories, radiology, endoscopy, critical care, pain team, infection
control, palliative care and oncology. Assist in the training
and development of medical and nursing staff
on study requirements.
Participate in research
meetings. Take part in other responsibilities deemed responsible by their supervisor
About us
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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.
We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via the Trust's Flexible Working Policy.
The Trust employs around 8,300 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements. The Trust will not accept applications which are found to be AI generated.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE
This
post will be based at South Tyneside District Hospital and Newcastle University
and will be integral to the COLOSPEED research studies.. The post holder will be supervised by
Professor Colin Rees Dr Laura Neilson, with additional academic supervision
from Professor Linda Sharp.
The
Research Fellow will come from either gastroenterology or general surgery (GI
interest) background and gain experience in many areas of research and in
endoscopy practice. The endoscopy unit has an international reputation for
research and innovation in endoscopy delivering the largest endoscopy trials in
the world. It offers bowel cancer screening and regional services including
double balloon enteroscopy, video capsule endoscopy and trans nasal endoscopy.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE
This
post will be based at South Tyneside District Hospital and Newcastle University
and will be integral to the COLOSPEED research studies.. The post holder will be supervised by
Professor Colin Rees Dr Laura Neilson, with additional academic supervision
from Professor Linda Sharp.
The
Research Fellow will come from either gastroenterology or general surgery (GI
interest) background and gain experience in many areas of research and in
endoscopy practice. The endoscopy unit has an international reputation for
research and innovation in endoscopy delivering the largest endoscopy trials in
the world. It offers bowel cancer screening and regional services including
double balloon enteroscopy, video capsule endoscopy and trans nasal endoscopy.
Person Specification
Personality and Disposition
Essential
- Commitment to good multidisciplinary team working and relationships
- Commitment to training and continuing medical education (CME)
- Good leadership skills
- Enthusiasm and ability to work under pressure
- Supportive and tolerant
- Caring attitude to patients
- Awareness of own limitations
Experience
Essential
- Competent to work without direct supervision
- Understanding of clinical governance and a readiness to accept and acknowledge the responsibilities it implies
- Evidence of clinical audit/service improvement
- Evidence of research activity publications, projects
- Flexibility to respond to changing service needs
Desirable
- 12 months experience in gastroenterology or GI surgery speciality
Qualifications
Essential
- MB ChB or equivalent
- MRCP/MRCS or equivalent
- Full or limited GMC registration
Desirable
- Demonstrate breadth of experience and awareness in and outside speciality/medicine
- GCP Training
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Good basic general medical knowledge with competence in management of routine and emergency general medical patients
- Appropriate defined level of clinical knowledge and clinical competence
- Shows awareness of own limitations
- Good knowledge of research landscape and role of LCRN and NIHR
Desirable
- IT skills
- Teaching skills
- Knowledge of current national agendas affecting the NHS and the implications involved
Person Specification
Personality and Disposition
Essential
- Commitment to good multidisciplinary team working and relationships
- Commitment to training and continuing medical education (CME)
- Good leadership skills
- Enthusiasm and ability to work under pressure
- Supportive and tolerant
- Caring attitude to patients
- Awareness of own limitations
Experience
Essential
- Competent to work without direct supervision
- Understanding of clinical governance and a readiness to accept and acknowledge the responsibilities it implies
- Evidence of clinical audit/service improvement
- Evidence of research activity publications, projects
- Flexibility to respond to changing service needs
Desirable
- 12 months experience in gastroenterology or GI surgery speciality
Qualifications
Essential
- MB ChB or equivalent
- MRCP/MRCS or equivalent
- Full or limited GMC registration
Desirable
- Demonstrate breadth of experience and awareness in and outside speciality/medicine
- GCP Training
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Good basic general medical knowledge with competence in management of routine and emergency general medical patients
- Appropriate defined level of clinical knowledge and clinical competence
- Shows awareness of own limitations
- Good knowledge of research landscape and role of LCRN and NIHR
Desirable
- IT skills
- Teaching skills
- Knowledge of current national agendas affecting the NHS and the implications involved
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).
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).
Employer details
Employer name
South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust
Address
South Tyneside Nhs Foundation Trust
Harton Lane
South Shields
Tyne And Wear
NE34 0PL
Employer's website
https://www.stsft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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